The Newnan-Coweta Art Association (NCAA) has selected Sandra Johnson as the featured “Artist of the Month” for September 2024. Mrs. Johnson’s artwork will be featured in the entry way of Newnan City Hall until the end of September.
Mrs. Johnson grew up without any formal training in art, but always wished to express herself in some way through art. Some twenty or so years ago, she bought a book and a small easel and some acrylic paints and decided to learn to paint. Without any talent for drawing, she learned that paint could be manipulated to look like she wanted and from then until now she learned the basics.
Mrs. Johnson received art lessons from a local artist, the late Myra Harden, and enjoyed learning and inspiration. Ms. Harden’s encouragement was invaluable. In addition to this, she has participated in workshops, demonstrations, on-line classes, etc.
Our artist has worked in acrylics, oils, pastels, some watercolor, inks and numerous mixed media techniques. She began working in still life, pet portraits, landscapes, and then mixed media and collage. Currently she is producing flowers in strong colors and mixed media pieces that explore all the wonderful effects that collage can bring to a painting. Landscapes are also a current interest that use large canvases and sweeping vistas. Inspiration for her paintings comes from nature and her constant fascination with colors and spatial relationships.
She has been rewarded in her efforts with many ribbons received at local art shows sponsored by NCAA including first and second place ribbons, and an Honorable Mention in 2023 for a mixed media piece in the NCAA’s Juried Show. Many of her paintings are currently found in the collections of local and regional art lovers.
Mrs. Johnson and her husband David, along with their dog Charlie, have lived in the Newnan area for 25 years and are active in their local church.
Mrs. Johnson is a member of the NCAA. The NCAA’s general meetings are held the third Monday of each month from August through May at the Harriet Alexander Art Center, on Hospital Road at 6:30PM. An art demonstration is presented every month. Visitors and new members are always welcome.
