Sandy Winkelman

Sandy Winkelman creates original pyrography and watercolor artwork inspired by the wildlife, plants, and landscapes of the American Southwest. Using fire as his drawing tool, he hand-burns each design into natural wood before enriching it with layers of watercolor. The wood's unique grain becomes an integral part of every composition, adding warmth, texture, and individuality. Intricate geometric patterns woven throughout his subjects symbolize their spiritual interconnectedness with the living desert, reflecting the enduring relationships between animals, plants, land, and the rhythms of nature. Through this distinctive fusion of fire, color, and wood, Winkelman invites viewers to slow down, look closely, and experience the quiet spirit and resilience of the Southwest.