Inspired by the natural landscape and elements found in New Zealand, Nancy has created a irreplaceable and exciting style and presentation of art. Using over 25 different shades of natural sand, obtained from around New Zealand. Nancy has a unique ability to use the colour variations of the sand to capture the distinctive attributes of that special place, person or landscape in a highly detailed and personalized sand portrait.Nancy says; ‘In my sand paintings and portraits, I have pursued the simple and effective results that can be attained through contrasting the natural colours and textures of the sand.