Hi, I’m Rachael Renae!

I’m an artist, play enthusiast, and creativity facilitator based in Detroit, MI. I help creatives PRIORITIZE PLAY to overcome creative blocks, foster deeper connection, and confidently live big, juicy lives!

I formally trained and worked as a civil engineer for over a decade, and my creative work stems from the lived experience of ignoring my creativity to pursue societal expectations. As a self-taught visual artist, I now challenge those expectations. My colorful, approachable objects and experiences offer a gentle invitation to see personal growth as curiosity and play as a tool for exhuming a buried sense of self.

When I’m not facilitating creative workshops, talking on the Chaotic Creatives podcast, or in the studio making a papier-mâché project, I’m likely working on a quilt, gabbing with my pals over coffee, or binge-reading a fantasy romance book while cuddling my cats. 

My book Prioritize Play: Express Your Creativity, Boost Your Confidence, and Foster Deeper Connection released on June 9th, 2026! This book offers mindset shifts to see play in the everyday, guidance to help you find your version of play, strategies to overcome creative block, and exercises to release expectations on your creativity. It’s available as a paperback, e-book, and audiobook (narrated by me!)

SPEAKING + WORKSHOPS

I absolutely LOVE connecting with people in person. I’m an enthusiastic + engaging presenter and workshop facilitator, ready to challenge the audience to reflect on limiting beliefs around creativity and self-perception.

I have experience with interactive, creative workshops and formal, keynote-style talks, and I can cater my workshops to the audience — from beginner students to corporate creative teams in needs of a creative reset.

Reach out with details about your team or event + let’s brainstorm!

I’m Rachael Renae, and this is my pal Lauren Hom - a designer, muralist, and chef. Together we host the Chaotic Creatives Podcast — a show about embracing the chaos that comes with living a creative life.

We’re gab gals, and on our podcast, you’ll find conversations around creativity that range from challenges as creative business owners, parallels in our creative and dating lives, and exploration of creative practices.