With optimism and curiosity, Emma is always open to exploring new concepts of what art can be. Emma Rarick is a graduate of the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design obtaining a BFA in Illustration with a double minor in Humanities & Communication Design. Emma is an artist and art educator currently specializing in textile art, figure drawing, acrylic painting, portfolio development, fine arts, and illustration. Her practice is rooted in the exploration of love, body positivity, accessibility, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging movements. She has a strong foundation in traditional and non-traditional art making techniques, and an excitement for the growth that comes with creating something novel. Emma excels at promoting artists’ self-discovery to help guide them in finding their artistic voice while achieving their professional goals. She is eager to contribute to creative spaces that consistently nurture self-expression and the acceptance of creative minds. Emma leads her art practice with contemporary art instructional methods, flexibility, and her hope to foster an effective creative space. One that protects our safety in the sanctuary that is our art studio spaces and encourages positive growth mindsets to reach our maximum artistic potential.