Since childhood I have loved every aspect of the creative process of art, from my earliest memories during elementary school, designing paper dolls and painting wall murals. To me art has been; a welcome escape, a quest to improve skills, an exhilarating expression of self, therapy, a way to share beauty with friends, and most recently, a passion evolved into a career. There have been several breakthroughs of creativity, which allowed me to step up to the next plateau. The first occurred, in Sarasota, FL. as I spent many months with my son as he completed his senior year at Ringling College of Art and Design. Unfettered by household responsibilities, and surrounded by the beauty of South Florida, I worked day and night to expand my skill. The second happened when I returned to the gulf coast, still inspired by the beauty of the shore and plant life, I had a new found desire to take what was in my heart to the canvas. It was during this time that my own true style was accomplished. The last and most recent happened the latter part of 2000, when the company where I worked, as a marketing manager, burned. For several months I painted most of each day, not seeing a clear future for myself. It occurred to me, that I painted subjects that others may want in their home. Once the originals were put into print form, I called on designers, decorators and store owners to show them my work. Everyone was enthusiastic about the quality and the price and...... “Designer Art by Sandy Klotter” was born.