Sandra has always had flair in the arts and craft area since her work with Seven Oaks at Fig Tree Pocket in Brisbane . Painting was a natural progression and with her love of flowers, this shows in her work. Initially it was oils under the guidance of Lorraine Emerson with whom she is having lessons in the near future.

She enjoyed watercolours with tuition from Dulcie Clegg in past years.

Sandra has bought many books but really admires the vibrant watercolours of Shirley Trevena and glorious garden flowers by Susan Harrison_-Tustain of New Zealand .

Jennifer Wilkinson, renowned Tasmanian Botanical Artist, who has shown her work worldwide, has made a lasting impression on Sandra. A recent journey through the Western Australia wildflower country has sparked a renewed enthusiasm for this art form.