Sandy Hogan

My painting adventure started many years ago when I needed a birthday present for my sister. ​ I come from an amazingly talented family who have always been able to paint and draw naturally. I had never tried painting before, (A bad pencil crayon incident turned me away from art at an early age) so I really didn't know how my sisters gift attempt would turn out. ​ I took a deep breath and away I went. When I was finished her painting, I was amazed. I couldn't believe how much I LOVED the entire experience and what I had created! IT WAS SO FREEING! I FELT ALIVE!! I couldn't believe that I had made the painting! ​ GIFT FAIL ... I decided to keep it ( lol ) because I loved it too much. ​ So I went back to the store to buy more supplies as my sister still needed a present. Again, away I went and created another painting. I had the same feeling of WOW! ​ GIFT FAIL #2 ( lol ) I didn't want to part with that one either. This process continued until I had about 10 paintings in my living room. I told myself "ok, lady. You have to pick one for her" I just couldn't do it. As tempting as it was to give in and buy her socks, I did eventually pick out a small one for her gift. That was my first real taste for the love of painting. I carried on with my art and have been rewarded for it. ​ My painting has allowed me to meet the love of my life (who is also an artist) and make many new friends and beautiful fans. ​ I appreciate the fact that my art grows everyday as do I . NEVER let yourself give up. Always go after what you want. Life's road can be tough, but being honest, loyal and driven will always pay off in the end folks. ​ I am looking forward to more painting, launching my clothing line and making many more new friends and fans in the future. HUGS SANDY :)