Raya Sunshine Collection

Born and raised in Washington, D.C., Raya Sunshine spent time in Mexico and San Francisco—experiences that shaped her instinctive, emotion-forward approach to painting. Now based in Mobile since 2022, she began refining her practice more intentionally in the mid-2010s, building a visual language rooted in curiosity, experimentation, and an intuitive relationship with the canvas.

Working primarily in acrylics with occasional mixed media elements, Raya creates work that moves between bold, energetic compositions and softer, introspective pieces. Vibrant palettes and fluid lines give her paintings a rhythm that feels both powerful and gentle, using color as an emotional narrative that invites reflection, joy, and quiet wonder. Her art is currently on display and available for purchase at The Lupercalia Art Society and Soul Caffeine. Raya’s art has been featured in New York City, and is held in private collections in the U.S. and abroad.