ABOUT KERSTIN RAO

ARTIST & OWNER OF VIVID COTTAGE

Hi, I’m Kerstin, the artist and entrepreneur behind Vivid Cottage.

At Vassar College, I majored in Fine Art, with additional art training from Eastern Kentucky University, School of Visual Arts, and graduate summer study in Florence, Italy.

For 34 years, I shared my creativity as a classroom teacher. Now, I'm sharing delight with my customers!

I believe that drawing from life uncovers the odd and marvelous details to create vibrant, satisfying, and memorable work.

Our mission at Vivid Cottage is to bring calm, beauty, and connection to your daily life!

FUN FACTS!

For over ten years I have studied and performed improv comedy.

My second husband and I re-enacted The Princess Bride for our wedding. I still melt when he says, “As you wish…’

I found so much connection and happiness with my second husband that I became a Dating Mindset Coach with Curate Your Mate. If you are a midlife woman who’s accomplished lovely things in life but still feel frustrated by dating, let’s talk.

My ancestors came to the U.S. from Norway, Sweden, and Poland, a mix of blue and white collar workers, farmers and teachers. They were smart and intense, with a strong work ethic and a wicked sense of humor. Their stories of courage and ingenuity tie me to the many immigrant stories of our nation. This moves my heart and fills me with respect.