About

Rachel Laird is currently in her second and final year pursuing her Master of Science in Medical Illustration at Augusta University. 

Previously, Rachel completed eight years of art education. In 2018, she graduated with honors from the Savannah Arts Academy for Visual and Preforming Arts where she was awarded Visual Arts Student of the Year as well as a Gold Medal from the Scholastic Arts and Writing Awards.

In 2022, Rachel graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Georgia where she received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Scientific Illustration. Before earning her degree, Rachel participated in the Student Scientific and Medical Illustration Juried Exhibitions and was awarded both the “Joshua Laerm Award of Excellence” and the “Logan Award of Excellence”.

While completing her undergraduate degree, Rachel worked as a freelance illustrator and muralist. During this time, she gained real-world experience in working with clients, budgets and quick deadlines.

As an MIGP student, Rachel has continued to sharpen her skills in digital media as well as traditional. She has taken great interest in visiting the OR to document surgeries while working closely with doctors in pursuit of creating accurate and interesting images.