RachMarieStudio
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Hello! Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays! Here you'll find lovingly illustrated artwork and gifts that will make wonderful gifts or additions to your own collection. Inspired by my years spent studying theatre and writing in undergrad, my work is all about story telling. From custom portrait art to intricate architectural illustrations loaded with tiny detail, I aim for each piece to touch the heart and ignite the imagination.
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jillian on Dec 27, 2022
5 out of 5 starsRachel literally bent over backwards to get me all the info I needed and to get my mug to me in time for an event. SO friendly, communicative, and the mug came exactly as pictured (beautiful!!). Five stars is not enough! Perfect gift & such a thoughtful creator!
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Amanda on Dec 19, 2022
5 out of 5 starsFirst- let’s talk communication. I reached out to the shop simply asking for an expected shipping date. They got back to me super fast, so kind and follow up with 2 or 3 other messages letting me know what was happening with shipping . It just arrived and it’s SO cute I’m going back and getting one for myself. :) it’s so hard to find anything sickle cell anemia related and this was perfect!
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Ashley on Nov 3, 2022
5 out of 5 starsLove this mug. I work in immunology and hematology. I use it every day.
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Karen on Oct 22, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThe mugs are original and funny. This seller always has new ideas. These aren't the same old holiday tropes. The mug quality is great but the artwork really holds up as well. I have several of her mugs and not one is less than perfect.
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Melisse on Aug 11, 2022
5 out of 5 starsSuch a fun Halloween keepsake mug! Great shipping after order also!
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Colleen on Aug 3, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThis mug is exactly as pictured, very cute. Perfect gift for a retiring Medical Laboratory Scientist :)
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kalieghhuckey on Jul 27, 2022
5 out of 5 starsOrdered this as a gift for my mother-in-law. Rachel made sure I loved the custom dog portrait. She went above and beyond to make sure it was perfect! When one of my neighbors got my package and didn't return it to me, Rachel did everything she could to make the situation right and was SO kind and understanding through the entire process. I highly recommend her for all of your custom portrait needs!!
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kalieghhuckey on Jul 27, 2022
5 out of 5 starsBlown away by this item and the customer service received! Rachel is determined to make the custom portrait exactly what you want and better. She is also extremely kind and fun to work with. The mug is heavy-duty and large too, perfect for my coffee needs. :)
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️ Love getting to create more for future brides and remember happy times while crunching numbers and creating new one of a kind pieces!"
About RachMarieStudio
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The first Custom Wedding Guestbook I made, for our own wedding. It hangs in my office & makes me smile every day. -
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Outside of Illustrator, each portrait is hand painted with watercolor and gouache paint & scanned in high resolution. -
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When experimenting with a new style, my own pets are always my first subjects. ♥ -
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When I work in Illustrator, each piece of art is actually a mosaic of hundreds & hundreds of layered shapes. -
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Our own pet portrait mugs have a name pattern background of all the silly names we call them. I use them every day! ♥
Hi There! I'm Rachel.
I'm a midwestern, theatre grad, pet obsessed, animal loving, artist and designer living and creating in Central Illinois. Inspired by my years spent studying theatre and writing in undergrad, my work is all about story telling. From custom portrait art to intricate architectural illustrations loaded with tiny detail, I aim for each piece to touch the heart and ignite the imagination. That's why I always say, as cheesy as I know it is, that for me every project is a work of heart. (Don't worry, I'm judging me too.)
While creativity has been a lifetime constant for me, the true start of this little venture came about when I was searching for a truly unique Christmas gift for my husband when we were still dating. At that time, we had two dogs and a cat (Millie came into our lives soon after ♥), and neither one of us were very excited to get in front of a camera. Combine that with the near impossibility of getting all the fur kids in one frame with us (unless you are a miracle worker, in which case I salute you!), I knew that our best chance at a great family photo would have to be turning to illustration rather than photography. I was lucky enough to be able to commission our friend's son to create a truly stunning portrait for us, but It didn't take long after that for curiosity to take over; I wanted to be able to give other people this feeling, and let them have the truly unique experience of custom art.
Once I had the idea in my head, I was off to the races. It took months and months of practice to truly feel like I was accomplishing what I had set out to, and before I knew it I began offering the service to friends and family, and then opening up for commissions. After that, I branched out into other mediums, styles, and began incorporating fun gifts and mugs independent of portrait work.
All this to say, I have a ton of fun creating every piece that I'm lucky enough to create, but my big 'Why' is that through Rach Marie Studio I get to support my little family while providing totally unique gifts that create moments of true authentic connection for people in a world often wrought with disconnect. ♥
Shop members
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Rachel Lyle
Owner, Maker
Hi! I'm an artist, newlywed, full time weekday warrior, and recent MBA grad. What lights me up is a great cup of coffee, time with my two and four legged family, and getting to celebrate your love with colorful art that you can enjoy every day. ♥
Production partners
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Professional Printer
San Antonio, TX
This company prints my original artwork on quality paper to produce a high quality print
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Cup Printer
Phoenix, AZ
This professional printer allows me to provide high quality professional printing of my custom illustrated designs on high quality mugs.
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A Print Shop
Phoenix, AZ
This print shop allows me to provide high quality prints of my original illustrated work on high quality products like mugs, ornaments, and archival matte paper.
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Candle Printer
Phoenix, AZ
This company prints my designs on quality candles.
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Printer
Phoenix, AZ
This company prints my original custom design onto blank items like ornaments and pet tags.
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Shirt Printer
Charlotte, NC
This vendor prints my designs on quality garments
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Cancellations: not accepted
Please contact the seller if you have any problems with your order.
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Frequently asked questions
I have an unusual pet. Can I still get a custom portait?
Absolutely! One of my goals is to paint or illustrate every type of animal/pet there is. Whether your best friend is a pig, a hamster, a parrot, goldfish, iguana, horse, ostrich, or any other creature in the animal kingdom, I can't wait to work on your unique portrait!
Can you include my pet's paw print?
Yes, absolutely. If you send in a high quality scan or photo of your pet's paw print, I would love to include the print with your pet's portrait. There is never an extra charge for this. ❤
I ordered a custom piece from you a while ago, but I broke/lost it. Can you help?
These things happen! My policy is to hold on to clients' final files for one year. If it has been more than an year since you ordered your piece, there is still a good chance I'll have your files, but I can't make guarantees. Please message me and I'll be happy to assist you with ordering a replacement. All I'll ever charge is the cost of printing and shipping. ❤
What Can I Expect When I Order a Custom or Personalized Item?
1. After placing your order, I'll ask you for 1-3 quality photos of your portrait subject on the next business day. Feel free to send photos early if you're excited!
2. After photos are received, I'll get to work on your custom piece! This can take 1-2 weeks. If your piece is time sensitive, please message me. I will always work with your timeline if it is physically possible.
3. When initial art is finished, I will send you a proof & ask for any revisions or edits you'd like. We can tweak as many times as necessary until you love it!
4. Once you're totally satisfied, I'll submit your approved files for production.
5. You'll receive a tracking # as soon as it ships, and your piece will arrive safely packed & ready to gift. Thank you! ♥
Gift wrapping and packaging
While I don't offer paper gift wrapping, each item from Rach Marie Studio is treated like a gift, free of charge. Prices are never listed on the packing slip, and each mug and candle is placed in a cellophane bag, tied with ribbon, and placed in a white gift box. Even small items like bandanas will arrive in a cute cellophane bag and sealed with a sticker!
If you would like a personalized gift message included with your order, please let me know, and I will be happy to include it. There is no extra charge for adding a gift message. ♥
Care instructions
Mugs: All ceramic mugs at Rach Marie Studio are dishwasher and microwave safe. Glass mugs and camp mugs are hand-wash only and not microwave safe.
Coasters: Wipe clean with a damp cloth.
Candles: Never leave a candle burning unattended, and keep the flame away from flammable items, children, and pets.
Bandanas: All pet bandanas are machine washable. Tumble dry on low.