Biography

Born in 1965 in Valdivia, Chile, Sandra immigrated to Canada with her family in 1974. She studied art and design and worked for much of her career as a senior draftsperson, designer and project coordinator for a financial institution. Soon after the birth of her third child, Sandra chose to become a full time mom and go back to school to explore her passion in photography.

As a trained designer and photographic artist, Sandra brings a unique energy and creative insight to every photo session as she interprets the inner lives of her clients and the world around her into stunningly articulate visual images.

Sandra’s commitment to every project allows her to capture and deliver a true reflection of her clients. As such, she prefers to meet with clients at least once prior to the photo shoot so that she may answer questions about her process, get to know her clients and collaborate with them to share their story through the created image.

Artist Statement

Photography has always played an important role in my personal experiences. As our three children grew, I realized how crucial it was to capture their growth and development on film. 
I recalled how wonderful and special it had been to look at old family portraits when I was a child.  The experience of sharing my history and the history of other family members is incredibly meaningful and left me with a lasting impression. It is my joy to be able to provide my clients with such a rewarding product.

Fine art photography is the icing on the cake for me; it keeps me excited, as I’m seldom at peace if I’m not creating.  Fine art photography is constantly challenging me to communicate what I see into a photographic image, the process is like having a best friend who will not allow me to rest until I have learned something new, either about my environment, someone else, or myself.

Life and the world around us is precious, my focus in life is to capture its beauty and essence.