Cheryl Klock McNeill was born and raised in Mesa, Arizona. At the age of 14, she left for Wellesley, Massachusetts to attend boarding school, where she began to express herself creatively through silk screening and drawing. From there, Cheryl headed south to attend Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. After spending several years in New England, she has since moved back to her native Arizona.
Cheryl had spent nearly her entire life in the rough and tumble world of professional politics. She served on successful campaigns for Governor and Congress around the country, and also on two presidential campaigns. Cheryl was even elected in her own right, winning a seat on the Board of Mayor and Aldermen of Manchester, New Hampshire in 1997. In 2002, Cheryl was recognized for her achievements, and was named a “Rising Star” by Campaigns & Elections magazine.
However, politics may be exciting, but it can also be rigid and draining. Cheryl needed an outlet to express herself creatively. One day she decided she was going to learn more about working with glass, a beautiful and elegant medium that has always intrigued her.
By the end of the day, what had started out as a hobby became a career. Cheryl left politics forever, and an entirely new and exciting life had just begun. Cheryl transformed her modest garage into a studio, constructed a blasting booth, and invested most of her savings in paints, glass and supplies. Rabbit Canyon Designs was born.
Less than two years later, Cheryl is showcasing her work with interior designers and design showrooms across Arizona. Cheryl also works with countless individuals who have specific designs in mind, to create custom glassworks that is their own unique personal expression.
As Albert Einstein once said, “True art is characterized by an irresistible urge in the creative artist.” Cheryl believes that passion must be at the heart of any endeavor, and Cheryl brings a genuine passion and meticulous devotion to each piece of art she creates.
Cheryl’s designs are mostly inspired by her surroundings, whether it is the culture and heritage of the Southwest or simply the enjoyment of watching her son, Taylor, play in the living room. Sometimes, she simply sits down with an empty notepad and a pencil and goes wherever the design takes her.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Cheryl and Rabbit Canyon Designs. We hope we can be of service to you for all your glass art needs.
Cheryl Klock McNeill was born and raised in Mesa, Arizona. At the age of 14, she left for Wellesley, Massachusetts to attend boarding school, where she began to express herself creatively through silk screening and drawing. 
