Raquel is passionate about bringing creatives together by bringing to life creative spaces that harbor community support, education, and promote personal growth. She has produced and worked alongside local community members and artists to curate several exhibitions, panel discussions, and interactive spaces for the art communities in California, Texas, and London. After moving to Houston in 2023, this passion led her to create “The Open Door Gallery”, a community based collective focusing on celebrating and supporting artists that continues to facilitate her work in curation and engagement.
her vision
august 2023
a networking event crafted for women in the visual arts community to meet, connect, and collaborate together with the purpose of growth and support.
women in photo
march 2023
in celebration of Women’s History Month, this exhibition celebrates the work of 40 female photographers based in Houston.
el barrió
jan-feb 2023
Take a walk through Second Ward through the eyes of local photographers Joe Robles, Mike Lazo and Katelynn Elizondo.
on the ground LA
november 2021
an immersive group photography exhibition featuring the 2020 protests and untold stories of the city of Los Angeles.
out of the frame
november 2020
Downtown L.A is transformed into a walkable out door photographic museum, featuring 20 photographers and over 50 curated pieces.
wom-inspired
march 2020
All female graffiti crew from London organizes an art exhibition with live painting and community workshops.