I’m happy to announce that I’ve recently started a collaboration with Damion Renner the owner and operator of ‘Art on Deck‘. Art on Deck is on a mission to embrace and share the growth of skateboarding through the symbolic and powerful expression of art. Also serving as an ambassador for skateboarding and for artists with the purpose of educating about the positive impacts of skateboarding and art through community partnerships and initiatives.
Art on Deck works with a Canadian Manufacturer, out of the province of Quebec, and recently were able to produce their first limited edition collaboration skateboard deck designs. ‘Art on Deck’ decided to work with two artists and release two designs, which I was one of the two artists chosen. I’m honored for the opportunity to be a part of this venture. I designed my piece called “Mandala” with a limited run of 48pcs. The other artist is the wonderfully talented Gloria Kagawa, with her piece ‘Dwelling‘ a very beautiful artwork. You can read more about her artwork through this link.
Artist Statement
“The rainbow texture in the background represents the joy, high energy, chaos and spontaneity of color in contrast to the peace, structure and meditative qualities of the mandala. The layering represents all of the places and spaces between these two points of view.
After visualizing the idea in my head everything seemed to fall into place. I’m happy with the results and I have also had great feedback. Damion Renner was looking for artists for Art on Deck and asked me to make a piece. I was happy to take up the opportunity.”
Damion’s Commentary on ‘Art on Deck’ Website
Sandy’s work is unmistakably detailed, layered, colorful and definitely dream-like. Her work has an allure that draws you in at first with curiosity, and keeps your attention while enticing you to explore deeper layers within. Her work constantly reminds me of how things are never the way they may appear at first, proving that with time and attention you can discover and see new things you didn’t notice at first. Just as in life, things are not always as they appear at first glance, and only by digging below the surface can you gain true appreciation and understanding of whatever it is you are learning or discovering. To me this is what makes Sandy’s work visually appealing. You can read the full article through this link.
