Sandra Richards
3006 Somerton Road
Cleveland, Ohio  44118
[216] 371-0360
sandir@gte.net

When I retired after working in the corporate world in 1991; I decided that the next 33 years of my life would be devoted to doing all of the things I was unable to do while I was working; attend classes, lectures an anything that piqued my interest; studying Ikebana and doing something with my artistic talent.

I discovered the world of decorative painting which I enjoy immensely.  I have taken classes from local and nationally recognized teachers, attended conventions, experimented on my own and am thoroughly enjoying myself.  I am discovering a side of myself previously unexplored.

I took a class in pen and ink and oil rouging from Dee Cochran and then I took another and another.  Dee became a friend and encouraged me to take a class from Mary Owens.  I was hooked!

In October 2001 I attended the certification program in St Catharines, Ontario and in May 2002 earned my teacher certification.  I look forward to sharing the skills that Dee and Mary have given me and I want to teach other people to enjoy this art form.

Currently I teach in the NE Ohio and western PA area.  In 2003 I am planning to move to the Pacific Northwest and am looking forward to sharing this technique with people in that area.  If you would like more info, please contact me using the info above.