Acclaimed visual artist and illustrator April Borchelt draws herinspiration from the beauty of nature, the animal kingdom, and her deeply personal connection to her faith. Like many artists, her creative journey began at a young age, “I was fortunate to have parents who supported my artistic dreams,” says April who immersed herself in art
throughout her education. However, it wasn’t until after college that she truly discovered her passion for illustrative work.”
April’s impressive client roster includes Nickelodeon, Hi-Rez Studios, and Alter Reality Games just to name a few. While much of her professional work is digital, her love for traditional painting remains strong; she continues to regard it as her favorite artistic medium. “I alternate between oils and acrylics, but lately, I’ve been using acrylics the most,” April explains. “I love the precision I can achieve with acrylics, and their fast-drying time allows me to layer details quickly and efficiently.”
For the past few years, April has been working full-time as a contract artist; the gaps between projects have given her the opportunity to explore her creative voice. “During this time,” says April, “I’ve
discovered a deep love for storytelling and creating whimsical, nature-inspired paintings that also reflect my faith."
"I used to be entirely self-driven in my work, but it led me to some dark places, says April, everything changed when I turned my focus to God, who brought new life to my creative journey, making it freer and more
fulfilling than ever before.
Last year, April Borchelt hosted her first solo show, A Dream to Life, featuring a series of works that captured both her creative journey and her walk with God. Most of the pieces were painted on wood cuts, giving the exhibit a distinctly personal touch.
After years of focusing on work for others, she embraced the opportunity to develop and showcase her own artistic style. Seeing her efforts come to fruition and sharing her spiritual and creative journey with an audience was an incredibly rewarding experience. For more information please visit AprilRainStudios.com or plan a trip to Ahoy There Might Be Dragon on the historic Marietta Town Square.