Elements of the Residency
Inspiration for the collection
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Inspiration for the collection
We wanted to capture the feeling of summer. Gracious hospitality, salt on your skin, glasses clinking and the slow unfolding of a day well-spent.
What began as playful sketches of iconic cocktails evolved into a celebration of the things we treasure most - pausing in places that bring us joy with people who do the same.
Opening Night
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Inspiration for the collection
I cannot imagine a more perfect night. To stand amidst my work, surrounded by such warmth, curiosity, and genuine support, was deeply humbling. Thank you to every single person who filled this evening with pure magic.
Art in Residence birthday pARTy
Art in Residence birthday pARTy
Art in Residence birthday pARTy
Exactly 5 years before this gallery show opened, I did my very first Art in Residence session with a Central Florida family.
We marked the milestone with a day of fun & of course a giant, collaborative painting!
About Meredith Sand Designs
Fine art prints by Boxcar Press
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Her gallery is a celebration of creative expression. To highlight emerging and established artists, Meredith's rotating artist-in-residence program brings fresh voices and visionary work into her space.
Fine art prints by Boxcar Press
Fine art prints by Boxcar Press
Fine art prints by Boxcar Press
For 15 years, I had the honor of working for a legendary letterpress studio in New York. In this full-circle moment, they printed the fine art prints for my first solo gallery show!
Their motto is 'We're behind your art.' They are certainly behind mine. And I couldn't be more grateful.
Footprints of the Son
Fine art prints by Boxcar Press
Fine art prints by Boxcar Press
Meredith has asked each resident artist to select a worthy organization with ties to Florida so that we can shine light on their incredible work and help in a significant way.
My student Jude's family started a school in Haiti with a beautiful mission. We are helping with their need of books for the school year.
Jude's Original Art
Just Believe in Yourself
Just Believe in Yourself
When we met to paint his canvas for the show, I told Jude, “The theme of the show is summertime. Think lemonade & sunshine.”
Jude said, “I know! Let’s paint watermelons in space!” And so we did.
Just Believe in Yourself
Just Believe in Yourself
Just Believe in Yourself
I asked my Art in Residence students (ages 3-12) for advice as I prepared for the show. Their answers were soooo good that I made myself a book.
The title came from a 6-yr-old who didn't even look up from her painting when she answered. May we all channel that kind of confidence.
Commission a work of art
Just Believe in Yourself
Commission a work of art
Is there an original work on exhibit that caught your eye but was already sold? We are ABSOLUTELY taking commissions and Sarah will happily create a new original for you. Please let us know what you'd like!