Artist Statement

These figures are all me on some level. In some way, shape, or form they are speaking in my voice. I work intuitively without sketches or pre-conceived ideas. The story evolves as I work. Life experiences, observations of people/nature, unresolved conflicts, fears, dreams, and disappointments all inform my work. Symbols appear, shapes, forms, faces, undefined creatures of deer/coyote, nature, and birds bring the story to life.

As a female, person of color, mother, wife, and artist - my journey is specific and unique to me. But often, there is a crossing of paths, or meeting place where the art speaks to or moves the viewer. It is on a deeply spiritual or emotional level, steeped in remembrance, sympathy, empathy, joy, humor, ---all human-to-human connections. It is where my story walks with your story.

Bio

Sandi's art communicates emotion and seeks to evoke a time and space that is both ancient and contemporary. After utilizing text, drawing, and collage in her work, she finishes with oils, acrylics, wax, graphite, and textural glazes.