Like most skills, Sandra's talent has developed over time from opportunity and old-fashion tenacity. She received her formal education in Fine Arts from Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, MA, graduating with honors, Phi Beta Kappa. She has benefitted from highly skilled educators and fellow artists both past and present. Moreover, she credits life experience filled with many exceptional people and world travels to be her best teachers.

Her artistic career began as a graphic artist for AT&T. She then launched off on her own as an entrepreneur. Her artwork has developed through the years in medium and focus. Today, Sandra's paintings are timeless reflections of nature and people. They reflect integrity of developed skill and inspired thoughtful messages. Many of her works are in private collections across the country.

It is often said that "artists reflect back what they love." Sandra loves not only to paint, but also loves to teach. As a conference speaker, Sandra combines her artwork in creative power point presentations that enhance and compliment messages about God, family, destiny, and country. As an educator and encourager, Sandra loves to share what she has to give in private and group lessons.

Sandra's number one fan and best friend is her husband, Stuart. They have been married for over twenty years, and their family has been uniquely "grafted together" with three beautiful children, and a beloved Labrador retriever.

Besides painting, Sandra's interests include reading, politics, gardening, and travelling. The Gittleman family resides in North Carolina.

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