The Freedom of Becoming: The Story Sandy Simon

MorgonSol Wellness interviews Sandy Simon — born and raised in Minnesota, this California-based ceramic artist, woman, and owner/creator of Trax Gallery is truly an inspiration.

Sandy shares her story, beginning with her childhood as the daughter of a nurse and a banker. She attended the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis in the late 1960s, where she studied under renowned ceramic artists Warren MacKenzie and Curt Hoard. She reflects on her classmates and contemporaries, including Mark Pharis, Wayne Branum, Michael Simon, and Randy Johnston, all of whom went on to establish notable careers in clay.

Sandy takes us on a fascinating journey through her own unconventional path — including her time as a hippie living in a chicken coop in rural Georgia. After meeting Robert Brady, a well-known local artist, becoming a mother, and eventually starting her own gallery, Sandy’s story unfolds as a powerful reflection on what it means to live authentically.

Throughout the interview, she speaks to the importance of aligning with your truth, embracing freedom, and, above all, following your heart.

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