Biography
Sandy Lupton is a Mixed Media and Jewelry Artist from Courtland, Va. Her work focuses mostly on water creatures, bright colors and a joyful feel. Sandy is a retired Graphic Designer who worked in the newspaper industry for over 30 years, building advertising campaigns for print, web and social media. She teaches workshops and has shown her art in local and regional galleries, including two 1-man shows, many group shows and juried shows. Her work has been included in the Nansemond-Suffolk Academy Art Show and Sale since 2003. 

Her work has been featured in magazines and books including Somerset Studio, Belle Armoire, Exhibition 360, 500 Handmade Dolls, Quotes Illustrated: 100 Works of Art Inspired by Words, Material Visions, and Creative Image Transfer – Any Artist, Any Style, Any Surface: 16 New Mixed-Media Projects Using TAP.

Artist Statement
Raised near the coast of Carolina, I have always had a deep love of the ocean, sounds, creeks and rivers. My paintings show my connection to the waterways and the creatures that live in and near them. I spent my teen years surfing Emerald Isle, NC and now I love to kayak instead. If I am not in my studio painting or making jewelry, you can find me on the beach in Rodanthe, NC, in the Pamlico River and Sound in Aurora, NC, or on the Nottoway or Blackwater Rivers near Courtland, VA.

Paddling with dolphins and otters, watching the fish jump and swim, meeting a turtle face to face in the waves, marveling in the reflections on the water…. These all inspire my work.

Work Description
My work is considered mixed media. I may start with collage or a sketch in water soluble graphite, then move into fluid acrylics for a loose and vibrant underpainting, followed by many layers of heavy body acrylic and other water based materials. When the painting lets me know it is ready, I add several layers of oils to give it a special glow. I finish each piece with a coat or two of gloss varnish for protection.

Current Galleries:
Pop Shop by Jo Louise, 10846 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA
Rawls Museum Arts, 22376 Linden Avenue, Courtland, VA
Boutique on the Creek, 21088 Marina Rd., Suite 100, Carrollton, VA 23314

For more information, email SandyLupton757@gmail.com