Rathgeb's artistic practice is deeply rooted in her personal experiences, drawing inspiration from her family life, natural surroundings, and extensive hiking trips. She received her MFA at the Slade School of Fine Art in London and has held solo exhibitions at John Martin Gallery, Arusha Gallery, and 532 Gallery Thomas Jaeckel. Her work has also been featured in group exhibitions at Gallery Sofie van de Velde in Antwerp, Bark Berlin Gallery in Berlin, and the Royal Academy in London.