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The bright, vivid colors in this original abstract flower painting include yellow, green, blue, red, purple, white and multicolors.\n\u003cp\u003eThe weather in Toronto was still freezing and feeling like winter so I painted multicolor flowers and grass in bright, bold colors. Keep reading to learn more about the inspiration and painting process for Yellow Abstract Marks 1 Painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that the \"RachaelGrad.com\" writing on the art is only for sharing the image here and does not appear on the original painting. The artwork is signed on the back. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eInspiration for Yellow Abstract Marks 1 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePainting\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Abstract Flower Marks Painting Series started on the first day of Spring, March 20, 2019. 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Painted in the cold Toronto spring when I was dreaming of colorful flowers and warmer weather. The bright, vivid colors in this original abstract flower painting include green, blue, red, purple, white and multicolors.\n\u003cp\u003eThe weather in Toronto was still freezing and feeling like winter so I painted multicolor flowers and grass in bright, bold colors. Keep reading to learn more about the inspiration and painting process for Blue Circle Abstract Marks Painting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that the \"RachaelGrad.com\" writing on the art is only for sharing the image here and does not appear on the original painting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eInspiration for Blue Circle Abstract Marks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePainting\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Abstract Flower Marks Painting Series started on the first day of Spring, March 20, 2019. 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For shipping options, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eplease \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact-me\" title=\"Contact Me\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad Art \u0026 Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30344133967936,"sku":"","price":440.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/Yellow_Purple_Abstract_Flowers_painting_by_Toronto_Artist_Rachael_Grad_2019_24_x_18_Acrylic_on_Canvas.jpg?v=1778678033"},{"product_id":"yellow-abstract-marks-2-painting","title":"Yellow Abstract Marks 2 Painting","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYellow Abstract Marks 2 Painting, 2019, 18” x 18”, Acrylic on Canvas Painting by artist Rachael Grad. Painted in the cold Toronto spring when I was dreaming of colorful flowers and warmer weather. 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Painted in the cold Toronto spring when I was dreaming of colorful flowers and warmer weather. The bright, vivid colors in this original abstract flower painting include white, green, blue, red, purple, and multicolors.\n\u003cp\u003eThe weather in Toronto was still freezing and feeling like winter so I painted multicolor flowers and grass in bright, bold colors. Keep reading to learn more about the inspiration and painting process for Blue White Abstract Marks Painting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that the \"RachaelGrad.com\" writing on the art is only for sharing the image here and does not appear on the original painting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eInspiration for Blue White Abstract Marks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePainting\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Abstract Flower Marks Painting Series started on the first day of Spring, March 20, 2019. 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Original acrylic paint on canvas painting measuring 18\" x 24\" by Artist Rachael Grad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted over many sessions with my fingers, traditional brushes and palette knives! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that the \"RachaelGrad.com\" writing on the art is only for sharing the image here and does not appear on the original painting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eINSPIRATION FOR YELLOW MULTICOLOR ABSTRACT MARKS \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePAINTING\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Abstract Flower Marks Painting Series started on the first day of Spring, March 20, 2019. In Toronto that day it was still freezing cold but the sun was shining, and the ice and snow was melting. 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Painting with acrylic paint on highest quality canvas board measuring 16\" x 12\" (40.64 cm x 30.48 cm). \u003cspan\u003eFor this painting, I set up a diorama scene incorporating my original travel photographs from 2019, used palette paper, and painting scraps in the background and on the walls and floor, along with dollhouse furniture from my childhood. The objects and elements are personal ones that I either created, captured or experienced. Pieces of the dollhouse furniture were made by me in my teens so the objects and images in this diorama and painting are very personal ones. Included toys are a miniature rocking horse, ladder, chair, mirror and day bed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiorama Scenes for Painting at Home \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original painting was created from observation of the diorama, slowly building up thin layers of paint on wood panel. 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I started the initial painting with a 3’ x 4’ canvas, then added two 2’ x 4’ canvases to each side to construct a tryptic. My intention was to further grow the image in size and abstraction. This large artwork uses a multicoloured palette based on the numerous bright children’s toys that fill my home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI drew several different compositional sketches with pencil before adding the two side canvas panels to make the artwork a triptych. As I worked on these paintings, which are my largest combined composition to date, I felt compelled to paint quickly and in loose gestural marks with huge brushes in order to tackle this big project. These paintings transform memories of a room’s interior though the use of abstract marks of colour. 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Over the years, I have tried to accept that children thrive on creative art projects, so I have started incorporating them into certain projects, both for family fun and for school (theirs and mine!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo express motherhood in body and gesture, I used a small toy train with six wheels to make fluid marks across a large 36” x 36” watercolour paper. I tested various brush strokes and differing marks with the toy train, including quick pushing of the train to letting it move on its own across the page. I decided on a sweeping arm motion as my one mark. I found the rolling motion to be a more satisfying way of using the train, as compared to dabbing it like a stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chosen rolling motion required loading up significant water and pigment for each mark run. In order for the paint colour to show up on the paper, I had to heavily press down on the toy train during the entire rolling mark movement. Though I heavily pressed into the train for the duration of the motion, I was usually unable to equally apply the paint throughout the same mark. I made the large arm movements both while standing over the paper and also while sitting or kneeling beside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mark making proved to be unexpectedly tiring for my arm and back. Ironically, working in this way caused the same physical exhaustion, aches and pains as those I experienced after childbirth, as a mother to a newborn. I had to work in short bursts and take many breaks while creating this painting. Resting alone and respite from one’s own kids is also highly recommended when mothering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRead about my first \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting, which was sold to a New York art collector, in this Blog Post: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThis abstract Motherhood \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHit Me Like a Train \u003c\/span\u003epainting was exhibited in:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2022, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Booth A-24, July 15th to 17th, 2022 in Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42342912688366,"sku":"","price":1525.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/products\/MotherhoodHitMeLIkeaTrain_Cross-Country_2_January72022.jpg?v=1642497556"},{"product_id":"painting-motherhood-hit-me-like-a-train-grey-line-4","title":"Painting - Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Grey Line #4","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Grey Line #4, 2021, Ink on Paper, 14\" x 11.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eGrey Line\u003c\/em\u003e abstract painting series is part of my\u003cem\u003e Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train\u003c\/em\u003e Series. This original artwork is painted with black ink on heavy weight watercolor paper. Instead of paint brushes, I use toy trains to make grey marks on the white page. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note that this artwork on paper is sold matted and shipped unframed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRead more about the Inspiration and Background Story of the Abstract Painting \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ein this Blog Post: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42344201519342,"sku":"","price":200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/products\/MotherhoodHitMeLIkeaTrain_GreyLine4_14x11_january172022.jpg?v=1642448251"},{"product_id":"painting-motherhood-hit-me-like-a-train-grey-line-1","title":"Painting - Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Grey Line #1","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Grey Line #1, 2021, Ink on Paper, 14\" x 11.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eGrey Line\u003c\/em\u003e abstract painting series is part of my\u003cem\u003e Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train\u003c\/em\u003e Series. This original artwork is painted with black ink on heavy weight watercolor paper. Instead of paint brushes, I use toy trains to make grey marks on the white page. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note that this artwork on paper is sold matted and shipped unframed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRead more about the Inspiration and Background Story of the Abstract Painting \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ein this Blog Post: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42344215150830,"sku":"","price":200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/products\/MotherhoodHitMeLIkeaTrain_GreyLine1_14x11_december262021.jpg?v=1642447933"},{"product_id":"painting-motherhood-hit-me-like-a-train-grey-line-5","title":"Painting - Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Grey Line #5","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Grey Line #5, 2021, Ink on Paper, 14\" x 11.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eGrey Line\u003c\/em\u003e abstract painting series is part of my\u003cem\u003e Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train\u003c\/em\u003e Series. This original artwork is painted with black ink on heavy weight watercolor paper. Instead of paint brushes, I use toy trains to make grey marks on the white page. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note that this artwork on paper is matted and framed in a black frame and shipped framed. The matted size is 16\" x 20.\" The framed size is 17” x 21.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRead more about the Inspiration and Background Story of the Abstract Painting \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ein this Blog Post: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42344238121198,"sku":"","price":500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/products\/MotherhoodHitMeLIkeaTrain_GreyLine5_14x11_december262021.jpg?v=1642448429"},{"product_id":"painting-motherhood-hit-me-like-a-train-overnighter-3","title":"Painting - Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Overnighter #3","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Overnighter #3, 2021, Watercolor on Paper, 10\" x 10.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eOvernighter\u003c\/em\u003e abstract painting series is part of my\u003cem\u003e Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train\u003c\/em\u003e Series. This original artwork is painted with watercolor paint and metallics on black, heavyweight watercolor paper. Instead of paint brushes, I use toy trains to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecreate colorful lines and marks on the black page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Overnighter #3 painting has strong metallic silver, gold, yellow, pink, red and purple colours on a black background. The colourful painted lines are structural though sparse. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note that this artwork on paper is sold already framed and shipped framed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRead more about the Inspiration and Background Story of the Abstract Painting \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ein this Blog Post: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42344534049006,"sku":"","price":360.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/products\/MotherhoodTrain_overnighter_3_10x10_january172022.jpg?v=1642497577"},{"product_id":"painting-motherhood-hit-me-like-a-train-overnighter-6","title":"Painting - Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Overnighter #6","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Overnighter #6, 2021, Watercolor on Paper, 10\" x 10.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eOvernighter\u003c\/em\u003e abstract painting series is part of my\u003cem\u003e Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train\u003c\/em\u003e Series. This original artwork is painted with watercolor paint and metallics on black, heavyweight watercolor paper. Instead of paint brushes, I use toy trains to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecreate colorful lines and marks on the black page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eParenting is 24-7 and requires countless all-nighters with babies and children. The Overnighter tonal paintings in my “Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train” series reflect the all-consuming, always-on-call role of motherhood. Many nights rocking newborn babies felt like I was on a never-ending train to nowhere. As a new parent I felt derailed as an artist, but always knowing there is a light at the end of the tunnel as the children grow. I eventually found a way to get back on track and set a new route.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eParenting is 24-7 and requires countless all-nighters with babies and children. The Overnighter tonal paintings in my “Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train” series reflect the all-consuming, always-on-call role of motherhood. Many nights rocking newborn babies felt like I was on a never-ending train to nowhere. As a new parent I felt derailed as an artist, but always knowing there is a light at the end of the tunnel as the children grow. I eventually found a way to get back on track and set a new route.\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOvernighter #6 has strong metallic purple, blue, orange, and yellow colours on a black background. The colourful painted lines create structure and depth on the surface. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that this artwork on paper is sold as is in a black frame and shipped framed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRead more about the Inspiration and Background Story of the Abstract Painting \u003cspan\u003ein this Blog Post: \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42347910267118,"sku":"","price":360.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/products\/MotherhoodTrain_overnighter_6_10x10_december292021.jpg?v=1642583908"},{"product_id":"painting-motherhood-hit-me-like-a-train-route-3","title":"Painting - Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Route #3","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Route #3, 2021, Watercolor on Paper, 11\" x 14.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe colourful abstract painting is part of my\u003cem\u003e Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train\u003c\/em\u003e Series. This original artwork is painted with watercolor heavyweight watercolor paper. Instead of paint brushes, I use toy trains to create \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003ecolourful marks and lines on the white surface. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor Route #3 has red, green, yellow, purple and multicolors on a white background. The colourful painted lines are layered and create structure and depth on the surface. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note that this original painted artwork on paper is framed. Delivery is free within the Greater Toronto area.  Other locations may incur additional shipping costs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRead more about the Inspiration and Background Story of the Abstract Painting \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ein this Blog Post: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42347965317358,"sku":"","price":350.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/products\/MotherhoodHitMeLIkeaTrain_Route_3_11x14_december262021.jpg?v=1642583920"},{"product_id":"dream-space-3","title":"Painting - Dream Space #3","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDream Space #3, acrylic on canvas, 36” x 24”, 2021\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis abstract painting is my second painting based on loose, gestural sketches of an abstracted interior expanded into a reimagined scene. This project involved recreating my memories of a New York City room in which I spent many hours. Years ago, I painted and sketched this space from life on many occasions, and so have vivid, though dreamlike, recollections of its changing light and atmosphere. My intention was to further grow the image in size and abstraction. This medium sized artwork uses a multicoloured palette based on the numerous bright children’s toys that fill my home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI drew several different compositional sketches with pencil before painting. As I worked on this painting, I felt compelled to paint quickly and in loose gestural marks with huge brushes in order to tackle this big project. The painting transforms memories of a room’s interior though the use of abstract marks of colour. I experimented with the remembered architectural forms, light, and feeling of that unique space. Over multiple studio sessions, I built up paint washes, bold brushstrokes, palette knife marks, and paint directly squeezed from the tube on the canvas. As I added layers and textures with paint, the image became more lively and abstracted. I worked to alter the colour saturation and vary the elements and depth of space in the paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original painting is signed on the back and was painted in 2021. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that the RachaelGrad.com writing is for web purposes only and is not on the actual painting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis original painting ships directly from my art studio in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI enjoy deconstructing then reinventing my own artworks that I have previously drawn or painted from life. The recollected image and emotional impressions guide me to form new ideas on canvas. Roughly basing compositions on my own observed paintings and drawings provides freedom to alter and enhance my memories for the creation of original work. Fast-drying acrylic paint allows me to build up thin layers and texture, and make adjustments more quickly than I would be able to with oils. This enables me to produce paintings by reinventing past places and remembered feelings associated with those spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42757778866414,"sku":"","price":1700.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/products\/RachaelGradDreamSpace3_2x4_31100a29-7572-4b8f-95af-72e08e9a59ce.jpg?v=1650187744"},{"product_id":"painting-mommy-mayhem-bunny-landscape-7","title":"Painting - Mommy Mayhem: Bunny Landscape #7","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMommy Mayhem: Bunny Landscape #7, 2022, Acrylic and Oil on Canvas, 36\" x 24\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003eThis abstract painting of a toy bunny rabbit in a landscape took over 3 years to complete. Thickly built up paint in red, yellow, purple, green, black, white, and blue multicolors completely covers the canvas. The surface texture is so thick that it has a sculptural quality. My abstracted bunny paintings are based on loose, gestural sketches of the same stuffed toy rabbits in different positions. I have painted and sketched these particular stuffed animals from life on many occasions so am familiar with their shapes and forms. I initially paint the forms of the toy bunny rabbits, then push the image further into abstraction. In the painting process, I work to alter the forms, light, colour saturation, and depth of space in the paintings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003eThe fast-drying acrylic paint allowed me to build up thin layers and texture, then I adjust luminous oil paint on top to bring out certain colours. Over multiple painting sessions I worked to create variety in the shapes, lines, planes and spatial depth. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003eThe bright and fun colours come from the overwhelming children’s toys that fill my home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original painting is signed on the back and was painted from 2019 to 2022. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"paragraph\"\u003eThis original painting ships directly from my art studio in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. \u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbstract Mommy Mayhem Bunny Painting was exhibited in:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eToronto Outdoor Art Fair, Booth A-24, July 15th to 17th, 2022 in Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGradEx 107, May 11 to 15, 2022, OCAD University, 100 McCaul Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 1W1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatch a Quick Video of Mommy Mayhem: Bunny Landscape #7\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/in4UgzMiE5M\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42947530064110,"sku":"","price":936.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/products\/AbstractToyBunnyTexturedPaintingbyTorontoArtistRachaelGradforGradEx.jpg?v=1652260728"},{"product_id":"painting-bunny-landscape-2-diptych","title":"Painting - Mommy Mayhem: Bunny Landscape #2 (Diptych)","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMommy Mayhem: Bunny Landscape #1 (Diptych), 2021, Acrylic and Oil on Two Cradled Gessobord Panels, 24\" x 36\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003eThis abstract painting of toy bunny rabbits in a landscape has multicolours including red, yellow, purple, green, black, white, and blue. My abstracted bunny paintings are based on loose, gestural sketches of the same stuffed toy rabbits in different positions. I have painted and sketched these particular stuffed animals from life on many occasions so am familiar with their shapes and forms. I initially paint the forms of the toy bunny rabbits, then push the image further into abstraction. In the painting process,I work to alter the forms, light, colour saturation, and depth of space in the paintings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003eThe fast-drying acrylic paint allowed me to build up thin layers and texture, and make adjustments more quickly than I would be able to with oils. Over multiple painting sessions I worked to create variety in the shapes, lines, planes and spatial depth. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003eThe bright and fun colours come from the overwhelming children’s toys that fill my home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original painting is signed on the back and was painted in 2021. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that the RachaelGrad.com writing is for web purposes only and is not on the actual painting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis original painting ships directly from my art studio in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42951804813550,"sku":"","price":836.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/products\/bunnylandscapes2diptychbyrachaelgradforgradex.jpg?v=1652260733"},{"product_id":"fine-art-print-motherhood-hit-me-like-a-train-cross-country-2","title":"Fine Art Print - Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Cross-Country #2","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eCross-Country #2\u003c\/em\u003e, 2021-22, a limited edition fine art print of a Watercolour on Paper, 36\" x 36\" large abstract painting. The abstract painting was commissioned by RBC (Royal Bank of Canada) for a limited edition fine art print for its corporate collection of fine artwork. Two fine art prints are in the prestigious RBC art collection. One Artist Proof of this series is available for purchase. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note that this artwork on paper is not framed. Framing is available for an additional fee. Delivery is free within the Greater Toronto area.  Other locations may incur additional shipping costs. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Inspiration and Background Story of the Abstract Painting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRolling a toy train across my artwork is a not so subtle metaphor for being a mother and artist. Motherhood hit me like a train. My art completely changed course when I became a mother. Toys have taken over my home and my artwork and they are always in mind and in my way. So for this artwork I tried to reverse the ubiquitous toy train and turn it into a paintbrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy children often join in on my painting and drawing, and other artwork. Usually I do not appreciate this overtaking or co-collaboration in my art. Over the years, I have tried to accept that children thrive on creative art projects, so I have started incorporating them into certain projects, both for family fun and for school (theirs and mine!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo express motherhood in body and gesture, I used a small toy train with six wheels to make fluid marks across a large 36” x 36” watercolour paper. I tested various brush strokes and differing marks with the toy train, including quick pushing of the train to letting it move on its own across the page. I decided on a sweeping arm motion as my one mark. I found the rolling motion to be a more satisfying way of using the train, as compared to dabbing it like a stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chosen rolling motion required loading up significant water and pigment for each mark run. In order for the paint colour to show up on the paper, I had to heavily press down on the toy train during the entire rolling mark movement. Though I heavily pressed into the train for the duration of the motion, I was usually unable to equally apply the paint throughout the same mark. I made the large arm movements both while standing over the paper and also while sitting or kneeling beside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mark making proved to be unexpectedly tiring for my arm and back. Ironically, working in this way caused the same physical exhaustion, aches and pains as those I experienced after childbirth, as a mother to a newborn. I had to work in short bursts and take many breaks while creating this painting. Resting alone and respite from one’s own kids is also highly recommended when mothering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRead about my first \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting, which was sold to a New York art collector, in this Blog Post: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThis abstract toy elephant painting was exhibited in:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2022, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair, Booth A-24, July 15th to 17th, 2022 in Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44239351906542,"sku":"","price":900.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/RachaelGrad_MotherhoodHitMeLikeaTrain_Cross-Country_2_2021_36_X36_WatercolouronPaper.jpg?v=1716390416"},{"product_id":"painting-after-the-plague-party-2-levels","title":"Painting: After the Plague Party, 2 Levels","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eAfter the Plague Party: 2 Levels\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a medium size painting measuring 30\" x 22\" and is made with ink on archival, acid-free paper. This artwork is sold unframed. Framing and\/or matting is available for an additional fee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the After the Plague Party Painting Series \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter the Plague Party\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e series looks back to past artwork to find a way forward after the COVID-19 pandemic. The first painting in the series was inspired by \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Marriage Feast at Cana\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (1562–1563) by\u003cstrong\u003e Paolo Veronese\u003c\/strong\u003e and other monumental art that were commissioned after historic and memorable plagues. This painting is loosely based on \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Allegory of Good Government\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(1339) by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmbrogio Lorenzetti.\u003c\/b\u003e To form a new composition, I loosely painted from both personal and historical sources. As I paint, I change the figures, add animals, my children’s toys, and imaginary creatures instead of Renaissance-clad people. The black ink on paper the brush marks are fluid and gestural.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original painting is signed on the front and created in 2023. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44260110532846,"sku":"After the Plague Party, painting","price":550.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/aftertheplagueparty2levelsbyRachaelGradjuly252023edited.jpg?v=1690399955"},{"product_id":"painting-after-the-plague-party-dancing-creatures","title":"Painting: After the Plague Party, Dancing Creatures","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eAfter the Plague Party: Dancing Creatures\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003emedium painting measures 30\" x 22\" and is made with ink on archival, acid-free paper. This artwork is sold unframed. Framing and\/or matting is available for an additional fee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the After the Plague Party Painting Series \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter the Plague Party\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e series looks back to past artwork to find a way forward after the COVID-19 pandemic. The first painting in the series was inspired by \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Marriage Feast at Cana\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (1562–1563) by\u003cstrong\u003e Paolo Veronese\u003c\/strong\u003e and other monumental art that were commissioned after historic and memorable plagues. This painting is loosely based on \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Allegory of Good Government\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(1339) by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmbrogio Lorenzetti.\u003c\/b\u003e To form a new composition, I loosely painted from both personal and historical sources. As I paint, I change the figures, add animals, my children’s toys, and imaginary creatures instead of Renaissance-clad people. The black ink on paper the brush marks are fluid and gestural.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original painting is signed on the front and created in 2023. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44260137205998,"sku":"After the Plague Party, painting","price":550.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/aftertheplaguepartydancingcreaturesforPartialsmall.jpg?v=1690449551"},{"product_id":"painting-after-the-plague-party-crowd-layers","title":"Painting: After the Plague Party, Crowd Layers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eAfter the Plague Party: Crowd Layers\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003emedium painting measures 22\" x 30\" and is made with ink on archival, acid-free paper. This artwork is sold unframed. Framing and\/or matting is available for an additional fee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the After the Plague Party Painting Series \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter the Plague Party\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e series looks back to past artwork to find a way forward after the COVID-19 pandemic. The first painting in the series was inspired by \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Marriage Feast at Cana\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (1562–1563) by\u003cstrong\u003e Paolo Veronese\u003c\/strong\u003e and other monumental art that were commissioned after historic and memorable plagues. This painting is loosely based on \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Allegory of Good Government\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(1339) by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmbrogio Lorenzetti.\u003c\/b\u003e To form a new composition, I loosely painted from both personal and historical sources. As I paint, I change the figures, add animals, my children’s toys, and imaginary creatures instead of Renaissance-clad people. The black ink on paper the brush marks are fluid and gestural.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original painting is signed on the front and created in 2023. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44260144316654,"sku":"After the Plague Party, painting","price":550.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/aftertheplaguepartycrowdlayersbyartistrachaelgradeditedforPartialsmall.jpg?v=1690450127"},{"product_id":"painting-blue-abstract-marks-5","title":"Painting - Blue Abstract Marks 5","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBlue Abstract Marks 5 Painting, 2019, 18” x 18”, Acrylic on Canvas Painting by artist Rachael Grad. Painted in the cold Toronto spring when I was dreaming of colorful flowers and warmer weather. The bright, vivid colors in this original abstract painting include green, blue, red, purple, white and multicolors.\n\u003cp\u003eThe weather in Toronto was still freezing and feeling like winter so I painted multicolor flowers and grass in bright, bold colors. Keep reading to learn more about the inspiration and painting process for the Blue Abstract Marks 4 Painting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that the \"RachaelGrad.com\" writing on the art is only for sharing the image here and does not appear on the original painting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eInspiration for Blue Abstract Marks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePainting\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Abstract Flower and Grass Marks Painting Series started on the first day of Spring, March 20, 2019. In Toronto that day it was still freezing cold but the sun was shining, and the ice and snow was melting. When I looked outside my studio window, I could feel the start of spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI started painting imagined flowers and grasses of what I hoped would soon appear in Toronto. These paintings are very colorful and lively with lots of movement. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44262837453038,"sku":"","price":324.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/BlueAbstractMarks5painting_2019_RachaelGrad.jpg?v=1690622377"},{"product_id":"motherhood-hit-me-like-a-train-mid-line-1","title":"Painting: Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Mid-Line #1","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eMid-Line #1,\u003c\/em\u003e 2024, an original Watercolour on Paper measuring 30\" x 22.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that this artwork on paper is framed. The painting can be shipped framed or removed from the frame and shipped in a mailing tube. Delivery is free within the Greater Toronto area.  Other locations may incur additional shipping costs. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original painting was on view at the Gallery at the J in March 2024. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Inspiration and Background Story of the Abstract Painting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRolling a toy train across my artwork is a not so subtle metaphor for being a mother and artist. Motherhood hit me like a train. My art completely changed course when I became a mother. Toys have taken over my home and my artwork and they are always in mind and in my way. So for this artwork I tried to reverse the ubiquitous toy train and turn it into a paintbrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy children often join in on my painting and drawing, and other artwork. Usually I do not appreciate this overtaking or co-collaboration in my art. Over the years, I have tried to accept that children thrive on creative art projects, so I have started incorporating them into certain projects, both for family fun and for school (theirs and mine!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo express motherhood in body and gesture, I used a small toy train with six wheels to make fluid marks across watercolour paper. I tested various brush strokes and differing marks with the toy train, including quick pushing of the train to letting it move on its own across the page. I decided on a sweeping arm motion as my one mark. I found the rolling motion to be a more satisfying way of using the train, as compared to dabbing it like a stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chosen rolling motion required loading up significant water and pigment for each mark run. In order for the paint colour to show up on the paper, I had to heavily press down on the toy train during the entire rolling mark movement. Though I heavily pressed into the train for the duration of the motion, I was usually unable to equally apply the paint throughout the same mark. I made the large arm movements both while standing over the paper and also while sitting or kneeling beside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mark making proved to be unexpectedly tiring for my arm and back. Ironically, working in this way caused the same physical exhaustion, aches and pains as those I experienced after childbirth, as a mother to a newborn. I had to work in short bursts and take many breaks while creating this painting. Resting alone and respite from one’s own kids is also highly recommended when mothering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRead about my first \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting, which was sold to a New York art collector, in this Blog Post: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eArtwork from my \"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train\" painting series is in the permanent collections of the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), Bank of Montreal, Altree Developments and private collections in New York and Toronto. \u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44339116671214,"sku":null,"price":900.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/Motherhood_Hit_Me_Like_a_Train_Mid-Line_1_2024_by_artist_Rachael_Grad.jpg?v=1752148744"},{"product_id":"painting-after-the-plague-party-3-creatures","title":"Painting: After the Plague Party, 3 Creatures","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eAfter the Plague Party: 3 Creatures\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a medium size painting measuring 30\" x 22\" and is made with ink on archival, acid-free paper. This artwork is sold unframed. Framing and\/or matting is available for an additional fee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the After the Plague Party Painting Series \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter the Plague Party\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e series looks back to past artwork to find a way forward after the COVID-19 pandemic. The first painting in the series was inspired by \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Marriage Feast at Cana\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (1562–1563) by\u003cstrong\u003e Paolo Veronese\u003c\/strong\u003e and other monumental art that were commissioned after historic and memorable plagues. This painting is loosely based on \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Allegory of Good Government\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(1339) by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmbrogio Lorenzetti.\u003c\/b\u003e To form a new composition, I loosely painted from both personal and historical sources. As I paint, I change the figures, add animals, my children’s toys, and imaginary creatures instead of Renaissance-clad people. The black ink on paper the brush marks are fluid and gestural.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original painting is signed on the front and created in 2023. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44386608447726,"sku":"After the Plague Party, painting","price":550.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/AfterthePlagueParty3creatures30x22byRachaelGrad.jpg?v=1697793502"},{"product_id":"painting-after-the-plague-party-diagonal-crowd","title":"Painting: After the Plague Party, Diagonal Crowd","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eAfter the Plague Party: Diagonal Crowd\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003emedium painting measures 22\" x 30\" and is made with ink on archival, acid-free paper. This artwork is sold unframed. Framing and\/or matting is available for an additional fee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the After the Plague Party Painting Series \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter the Plague Party\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e series looks back to past artwork to find a way forward after the COVID-19 pandemic. The first painting in the series was inspired by \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Marriage Feast at Cana\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (1562–1563) by\u003cstrong\u003e Paolo Veronese\u003c\/strong\u003e and other monumental art that were commissioned after historic and memorable plagues. This painting is loosely based on \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Allegory of Good Government\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(1339) by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmbrogio Lorenzetti.\u003c\/b\u003e To form a new composition, I loosely painted from both personal and historical sources. As I paint, I change the figures, add animals, my children’s toys, and imaginary creatures instead of Renaissance-clad people. The black ink on paper the brush marks are fluid and gestural.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original painting is signed on the front and created in 2023. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44389636702446,"sku":"After the Plague Party, painting","price":550.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/AfterthePlaguePartydiagonalcrowd22x30byRachaelGrad.jpg?v=1697830741"},{"product_id":"painting-after-the-plague-party-circled","title":"Painting: After the Plague Party, Circled","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eAfter the Plague Party: Circled\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003emedium painting measures 22\" x 30\" and is made with ink on archival, acid-free paper. This artwork is sold unframed. Framing and\/or matting is available for an additional fee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the After the Plague Party Painting Series \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter the Plague Party\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e series looks back to past artwork to find a way forward after the COVID-19 pandemic. The first painting in the series was inspired by \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Marriage Feast at Cana\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (1562–1563) by\u003cstrong\u003e Paolo Veronese\u003c\/strong\u003e and other monumental art that were commissioned after historic and memorable plagues. This painting is loosely based on \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Allegory of Good Government\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(1339) by \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmbrogio Lorenzetti.\u003c\/b\u003e To form a new composition, I loosely painted from both personal and historical sources. As I paint, I change the figures, add animals, my children’s toys, and imaginary creatures instead of Renaissance-clad people. The black ink on paper the brush marks are fluid and gestural.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original painting is signed on the front and created in 2023. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44392890335470,"sku":"After the Plague Party, painting","price":550.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/AfterthePlaguePartycircledpainting30x22byRachaelGrad.jpg?v=1697920033"},{"product_id":"painting-motherhood-hit-me-like-a-train-early-morning","title":"Painting: Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Early Morning","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eEarly Morning,\u003c\/em\u003e 2024, an original Watercolour on Canvas measuring 24\" x 36\" x 1.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note that this painting on canvas is not framed. Framing is available for an additional fee. Delivery is free within the Greater Toronto area.  Other locations may incur additional shipping costs. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Inspiration and Background Story of the Abstract Painting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRolling a toy train across my artwork is a not so subtle metaphor for being a mother and artist. Motherhood hit me like a train. My art completely changed course when I became a mother. Toys have taken over my home and my artwork and they are always in mind and in my way. So for this artwork I tried to reverse the ubiquitous toy train and turn it into a paintbrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy children often join in on my painting and drawing, and other artwork. Usually I do not appreciate this overtaking or co-collaboration in my art. Over the years, I have tried to accept that children thrive on creative art projects, so I have started incorporating them into certain projects, both for family fun and for school (theirs and mine!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo express motherhood in body and gesture, I used a small toy train with six wheels to make fluid marks across a large 36” x 36” watercolour paper. I tested various brush strokes and differing marks with the toy train, including quick pushing of the train to letting it move on its own across the page. I decided on a sweeping arm motion as my one mark. I found the rolling motion to be a more satisfying way of using the train, as compared to dabbing it like a stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chosen rolling motion required loading up significant water and pigment for each mark run. In order for the paint colour to show up on the paper, I had to heavily press down on the toy train during the entire rolling mark movement. Though I heavily pressed into the train for the duration of the motion, I was usually unable to equally apply the paint throughout the same mark. I made the large arm movements both while standing over the paper and also while sitting or kneeling beside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mark making proved to be unexpectedly tiring for my arm and back. Ironically, working in this way caused the same physical exhaustion, aches and pains as those I experienced after childbirth, as a mother to a newborn. I had to work in short bursts and take many breaks while creating this painting. Resting alone and respite from one’s own kids is also highly recommended when mothering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRead about my first \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting, which was sold to a New York art collector, in this Blog Post: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44393506046190,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/RachaelGrad_MotherhoodHitMeLIkeaTrainEarlyMorning_2024_WatercolorandGroundonCanvas_24_x36_forwebsite.jpg?v=1716392036"},{"product_id":"painting-mommy-mayhem-bunny-landscape-in-greens","title":"Painting - Mommy Mayhem: Bunny Landscape in Greens","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal painting of an abstracted bunny and green landscape, by artist Toronto Rachael Grad. Painted with acrylic paint on highest quality 22\" x 30\" (55.28 cm x 76.2 cm) gessoed Arches paper. In this painting, I try to capture the bright colours and movements of a toy animal in space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI slowly built up thin layers of paint on gessoed paper in bright greens, yellows, oranges, and pinks. The original artwork is signed on the back and was painted in 2022-23. This original painting ships directly from my art studio in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its carefully applied layers of vibrant oil paint on top-quality gessoed paper, this one-of-a-kind painting captures the fun of an abstracted stuffed toy out in nature. Crafted with care and signed by the artist on the back, this lovely art piece adds a unique touch of artistic excellence to any home. A colourful abstract painting is the perfect addition to a child's or family room. And with direct shipping from the artist's studio in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, it's a truly special purchase for an art lover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Experience the beauty and vibrancy of a one-of-a-kind painting that captures the fun and movement of a toy bunny set in a lush green landscape. Crafted with care by artist Toronto Rachael Grad using vibrant acrylic paint on quality gessoed paper, this stunning art piece is a unique addition to any home and a must-have for art lovers. Give your space a touch of artistic excellence with this carefully layered and signed original painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad Art \u0026 Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45392816865518,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/2.RachaelGrad_MommyMayhemBunnyLandscapeinGreens_2022_OilonPaper_30_x22_forArtMur.jpg?v=1717592518"},{"product_id":"painting-mommy-mayhem-elephant-portrait-abstracted","title":"Painting - Mommy Mayhem: Elephant Portrait Abstracted","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an exclusive painting of a stuffed elephant, painted by artist Rachael Grad. The artwork features a toy elephant sitting on a mound, and was crafted using oil paint on premium 22\" x 30\" (55.28 cm x 76.2 cm) gessoed Arches paper. 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My goal with this piece was to capture the silly pose of the beloved stuffed animal, using careful layers of pink, green, orange, blue, purple, and grey paint colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lovely artwork is signed and was created in 2022. It will be shipped directly from my studio in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This one-of-a-kind painting, with its meticulous application of vibrant paint on high-quality paper, adds a touch of artistic excellence to any home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork is signed by the artist and available for direct shipping from my studio in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, making it the perfect addition for any art collector. With gestural brushstrokes and thoughtful layering, the unique painting captures the essence of a beloved stuffed elephant in an exclusive painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one-of-a-kind artwork was created with oil paint on premium gessoed paper, and signed by the artist. From its vibrant colour palette to its meticulous application, it's a sure way to add a touch of artistic excellence to any home. Available for direct shipping from the artist's studio in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, it's a great addition to an art collector's home or collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad Art \u0026 Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46011383906542,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/Mommy_Mayhem_abstract_painting_by_Torronto_Artist_Rachael_Grad.jpg?v=1734025077"},{"product_id":"painting-motherhood-hit-me-like-a-train-sleeper-line-6","title":"Painting - Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Sleeper Line #6","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSleeper Train 6, 2024, Watercolour and Ink on Paper, Framed at 28\" x 36.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eParenting is 24-7 and requires countless all-nighters with babies and children. The Sleeper Train tonal paintings in my “Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train” series reflect the all-consuming, always-on-call role of motherhood. Many nights rocking newborn babies felt like I was on a never-ending train to nowhere. As a new parent I felt derailed as an artist, but always knowing there is a light at the end of the tunnel as the children grow. I eventually found a way to get back on track and set a new route.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis original artwork is painted with black ink on heavy weight watercolor paper. Instead of paint brushes, I use toy trains to make black and grey lines on the white page. The line artwork is matted and framed in a black matt frame. Shown on view in Toronto in May 2024. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that this original painted artwork on paper is framed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein a 28” x 36” black matt frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivery is free within the Greater Toronto area. Other locations may incur additional shipping costs. The painting can be removed from the frame and shipped in a mailing tube. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRead more about the Inspiration and Background Story of the Abstract Painting \u003cspan\u003ein this Blog Post: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46019134521582,"sku":null,"price":900.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/Motherhood_Hit_Me_Like_a_Train_Sleeper_Train_6_abstract_painting_by_Rachael_Grad.jpg?v=1734289204"},{"product_id":"painting-motherhood-hit-me-like-a-train-diptych-rosie-coloured-windows","title":"Painting: Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train (Diptych), Rosie-Coloured Windows","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003e(Diptych): Rosie-Coloured Windows,\u003c\/em\u003e 2024, an original Watercolour on two Canvases, each measuring 24\" x 36\" x 1.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note that these paintings on canvas are not framed. Framing is available for an additional fee. Delivery is free within the Greater Toronto area. Other locations may incur additional shipping costs. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis original diptych, meaning two panel painting, was shown in March 2024 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Inspiration and Background Story of the Abstract Painting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRolling a toy train across my artwork is a not so subtle metaphor for being a mother and artist. Motherhood hit me like a train. My art completely changed course when I became a mother. Toys have taken over my home and my artwork and they are always in mind and in my way. So for this artwork I tried to reverse the ubiquitous toy train and turn it into a paintbrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy children often join in on my painting and drawing, and other artwork. Usually I do not appreciate this overtaking or co-collaboration in my art. Over the years, I have tried to accept that children thrive on creative art projects, so I have started incorporating them into certain projects, both for family fun and for school (theirs and mine!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo express motherhood in body and gesture, I used a small toy train with six wheels to make fluid marks across the canvas surface. I tested various brush strokes and differing marks with the toy train, including quick pushing of the train to letting it move on its own across the page. I decided on a sweeping arm motion as my one mark. I found the rolling motion to be a more satisfying way of using the train, as compared to dabbing it like a stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chosen rolling motion required loading up significant water and pigment for each mark run. In order for the paint colour to show up on the paper, I had to heavily press down on the toy train during the entire rolling mark movement. Though I heavily pressed into the train for the duration of the motion, I was usually unable to equally apply the paint throughout the same mark. I made the large arm movements both while standing over the paper and also while sitting or kneeling beside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mark making proved to be unexpectedly tiring for my arm and back. Ironically, working in this way caused the same physical exhaustion, aches and pains as those I experienced after childbirth, as a mother to a newborn. I had to work in short bursts and take many breaks while creating this painting. Resting alone and respite from one’s own kids is also highly recommended when mothering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRead about my first \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting, which was sold to a New York art collector, in this Blog Post: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46030620917998,"sku":null,"price":1600.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/Motherhood_Hit_Me_Like_a_Train_Diptych_painting_by_Rachael_Grad.jpg?v=1734962902"},{"product_id":"painting-mommy-mayhem-princess-belle-abstract","title":"Painting - Mommy Mayhem: Belle Abstracted #4","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThis artwork is an original painting of a Princess Belle stuffed toy by artist Rachael Grad. The painting was created with oil paint on the highest-quality 22\" x 30\" (55.28 cm x 76.2 cm) gessoed Arches paper. In this painting, I try to capture the Disney princess' pose. I slowly built up thin layers of paint on gessoed paper in bright yellows, browns, pinks, and greys. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDisney Princess Belle is a recurring character in my \"Mommy Mayhem\" abstract painting series. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe original artwork, signed on the back, was painted in 2024. It ships directly from my art studio in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWith its carefully applied layers of vibrant oil paint on top-quality gessoed paper, this one-of-a-kind painting captures the pose of a charming, beloved stuffed Disney princess toy. Crafted with care and signed by the artist on the back, this exquisite piece adds a unique touch of artistic excellence to any home. With direct shipping from the artist's studio in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, it's an exceptional purchase for any art lover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad Art \u0026 Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46030641725678,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/Mommy_Mayhem_Belle_Abstracted_painting_by_Rachael_Grad.jpg?v=1734966455"},{"product_id":"painting-tiger-mom","title":"Painting - Tiger Mom","description":"\u003cp\u003eEqual parts surreal and strange, \u003cem\u003eTiger Mom\u003c\/em\u003e is an original oil painting that reimagines the everyday with a vibrant, dreamlike twist. \u003cstrong\u003ePainted entirely from life\u003c\/strong\u003e, this piece captures a moment staged in a living room—complete with a live model and two life-sized, brightly coloured \u003cstrong\u003estuffed tigers\u003c\/strong\u003e. This original oil on canvas painting measures 24\" x 36.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRendered in rich, saturated hues of deep blue, bright orange, and warm magenta, the tigers lounge around the room with an uncanny presence, their plush forms blurring the line between wildness and whimsy. At the center, a composed figure anchors the scene, quietly evoking the spirit of a \u003cstrong\u003e“tiger mom”\u003c\/strong\u003e—a term often used to describe a fiercely devoted, protective, and determined mother. But here, the concept is softened, reframed, and made playful: strength without severity, protection without pressure. There are many types of mothers! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fact that the scene was painted from life lends it a tactile immediacy—you can almost feel the softness of the toys and the stillness of the space. The composition toys with expectations, asking viewers to reconsider what is real, what is symbolic, and where power truly lies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned by the artist on the back of the painting. A certificate of authenticity is included with the purchase of this original painting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis artwork is perfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArt lovers, parents, collectors, and anyone who appreciates work that blends humor, heart, and meaning. A perfect statement piece for living rooms, creative spaces, or anywhere a little wild magic is welcome.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVivid Companions\u003c\/em\u003e is a love letter to imagination, motherhood, and the wild beauty that lives inside the quietest corners of home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eArtist's Note:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"677\" data-start=\"307\"\u003eThis painting began with a quiet moment in the model's living room—and a pile of vividly coloured stuffed tigers. I arranged them around a seated figure, curious to see how the wild might behave when made soft. What emerged from that setup surprised me: a layered portrait not just of a room, but of a dynamic I’ve seen again and again—especially in women, especially in mothers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"985\" data-start=\"679\"\u003eThe term \u003cstrong data-end=\"703\" data-start=\"688\"\u003e“tiger mom”\u003c\/strong\u003e often conjures a strict, intense image. But here, I wanted to explore a more nuanced take: the protective energy, the watchfulness, the strength that doesn’t have to roar to be felt. The tigers are stand-ins for that strength—bold, slightly absurd, tender but unmistakably present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1320\" data-start=\"987\"\u003eEvery element in this piece was painted from life. That immediacy mattered to me. I wanted to honor the strange poetry of the scene as it unfolded in real time—the tension between the real and imagined, the animate and inanimate. The resulting work is both playful and contemplative, infused with quiet power and domestic surrealism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1469\" data-start=\"1322\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1340\" data-start=\"1322\"\u003eTiger Mom\u003c\/em\u003e is a reflection on motherhood, memory, and the unexpected ways we protect and express love. Thank you for spending time with this original artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad Art \u0026 Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46566707331310,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/TigerMom_2024_OilonCanvas_24_x36__RachaelGradforweb.jpg?v=1748371157"},{"product_id":"painting-motherhood-hit-me-like-a-train-sleeper-line-7","title":"Painting - Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train, Sleeper Line #7","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMotherhood Hit Me Like a Train,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSleeper Train 7, 2024, Watercolour and Ink on Paper, Framed at 28\" x 36.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eParenting is 24-7 and requires countless all-nighters with babies and children. The Sleeper Train tonal paintings in my “Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train” series reflect the all-consuming, always-on-call role of motherhood. Many nights rocking newborn babies felt like I was on a never-ending train to nowhere. As a new parent I felt derailed as an artist, but always knowing there is a light at the end of the tunnel as the children grow. I eventually found a way to get back on track and set a new route.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis original artwork is painted with black ink on heavy weight watercolor paper. Instead of paint brushes, I use toy trains to make black and grey lines on the white page. The line artwork is matted and framed in a black matt frame. Shown on view in Toronto in May 2024. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that this original painted artwork on paper is framed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein a 28” x 36” black matt frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivery is free within the Greater Toronto area. Other locations may incur additional shipping costs. The painting can be removed from the frame and shipped in a mailing tube. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRead more about the Inspiration and Background Story of the Abstract Painting \u003cspan\u003ein this Blog Post: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecently Sold \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.com\/blogs\/art-blog\/recently-sold-artwork\" title=\"Motherhood Hit Me Like a Train painting sold to a New York art collector\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePainting\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachael Grad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46744189567214,"sku":null,"price":900.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/files\/Motherhood_Hit_Me_Like_a_Train_Sleeper_Line_7_2024_edited.jpg?v=1752179590"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0209\/3858\/8224\/collections\/0b6126b21368d3c2ca6be67374d11dc6.jpg?v=1586165536","url":"https:\/\/rachaelgrad.myshopify.com\/en-ca\/collections\/original-paintings.oembed","provider":"Rachael Grad - Contemporary Artist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}