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Sandy Ruda is a professional fine artist who lives in Central New Jersey and maintains her studio there. She works in a variety of mediums and prefers a realistic style. Oil paint is her medium of choice but also uses pastels, colored pencils, acrylic paint and graphite.
Formally trained as a graphic designer she has had a diverse career as a book designer in the publishing field. Now interested in creating her own original artwork she devotes her time to painting. She teaches painting classes and workshops in a variety of medium at local art centers. Her artwork has been exhibited in the New York/ New Jersey area and her paintings have been featured on local magazine covers.
Sandy also works on painting commissions and specializes in creating custom pet portraits. Capturing the unique personality of each animal on canvas brings her great joy and satisfaction. Sandy’s paintings are in private collections throughout the US.