Rainey Olson - Romantic Impressionsim

Romantic Impressionist artist Rainey Olson is celebrated for her evocative windows, doors, and romantic landscapes that transport viewers into serene worlds of beauty and imagination.

Born in San Francisco, Rainey Olson now resides in the heart of Sonoma County’s Northern California Wine Country. Her passion for art began at a very young age. At just nine years old, after being gifted Jon Gnagy’s book on drawing, her desire to pursue a life in art intensified. While she painted independently for many years, it was her mentorship under Dutch-trained artist Andre Andreoli that truly shaped her artistic journey. Andreoli became both friend and mentor, guiding her for five years and encouraging her to develop her unique style.

Rainey found early inspiration in the works of Joseph William Turner, whose mastery of depth and color influenced her own approach to painting. The introduction to Impressionism deeply impacted her, blending her love of impressionistic light and color with the clarity of realism. She has long been drawn to the charm of doors and windows embraced by flowers, creating paintings that invite viewers into tranquil, dreamlike settings.

Her desire to convey beauty, peace, and a timeless sense of story is evident in every canvas. Each of her works encourages the viewer to pause, reflect, and step into a narrative of their own making.