Rachel Kopera is a multidisciplinary creative based in Los Angeles—an artist, photographer, educator, and SAG actor dedicated to capturing the beauty in fleeting moments. Trained at the University of Michigan Art School, Rachel fuses post-impressionism with modern art to create a style defined by wonder and awe. Whether she is painting the dramatic landscapes of Mount Washington and Sylvan Lake, Michigan, or crafting a portrait, she approaches her work with a profound respect for beauty.

Rachel’s creative journey is one of coming full circle. While she has spent the last 17 years capturing thousands of milestones as a photographer for Animo Jackie Robinson, her background as a visual painter and professional actor sets her work apart. She treats every photo session like a canvas or a scene—applying an artist’s eye for composition and a performer’s understanding of lighting and emotion before even pressing the shutter.

Beyond her technical skill, Rachel brings the "Mom Factor." As a mother of three and a seasoned teacher of over 20 years, she possesses the patience necessary to elicit genuine smiles from energetic children. Her principal once noted, "You like to make magic," a sentiment that echoes through her video editing, her work on screen as a SAG actor, and her upcoming venture to launch a youth theatre company in Los Angeles.