May 2015: Sandy Nolan

For those of you who are new, I live in a small town in Georgia called Locust Grove (35 miles south of Atlanta) with my husband and miniature Schnauzer – Chase.  My children are grown and have children of their own. My daughter lives in Ohio and my son lives in Idaho, so I don’t see them real often. One thing is nice, we can Skype.  

I started stamping back in early 2000 and have never tired of it.  I have crafted ever since I can remember, but I have stuck with this the longest.  I have posted a couple of pictures of my stamping studio that my husband built for me and most afternoons after my chores you will find me there.

As you can see I have some great artwork on my walls and on my shelves from other members of OSA that I truly treasure.

I have always loved oriental art because of its serenity and I feel lucky to have joined this group.  My first interest of stamping came from the Carol Duvall show and it took off from there.  I have lots of stamps and supplies – don’t even want to think of the money I have spent. Better than therapy right (lol)?

When I look back at some of the first artwork I created, it certainly shows that I have improved over the years. I belong to a local stamp club with 9 other ladies – lots of fun.  My online groups seem to be growing – Teabag folding, an ATC group, and several small groups – love the challenges. If I get stuck, between all the magazines I have and the blogs, there is always inspiration. 

My other passions are cooking and reading.  I have added a link to some of my older oriental cards in my Photobucket.  I need to keep adding more, but if you want, you can take a look.

http://s681.photobucket.com/user/SandyNolan2009/library/Oriental%20Samp%20Art

It is quite an honor to be chosen by other members.  Thank you.