Hi, I'm Rachel (Ray-Chill). I love ART and participate in a wide range of personal and commission work. 

Rachel Fortner Weinstein is a Southern California-based artist who transforms static spaces into immersive, sensory-driven narratives. Drawing inspiration from the natural world and the profound impact of civilization on our global environment, Rachel utilizes a diverse palette focused on upcycled and creatively sourced materials.

Her practice is rooted in the concept of “mindful whimsy,” exploring how art can alter a person’s perception of time and place. Whether through large-scale site-specific installs or intimate, tactile environments, her work seeks to bridge the gap between the physical world and the internal psychological landscape. Since establishing her practice in 2011, she has focused on the intersection of ecological stewardship and human play. Her art has been featured in solo exhibitions, film and streaming projects, and various community festivals and celebrations.

Ultimately, Weinstein views installation art as a collaborative act between the artist, location, and community. Each piece serves as a temporary container for reflection, challenging participants to reconsider their surroundings and their own place within them. By disrupting the familiar through repurposed materials and imaginative scale, she creates space for new dialogues to emerge within the contemporary landscape.