[2] She was eventually able to devote herself to her craft full time after receiving a grant from the Community Arts Council (Victoria B.C.).

Her teachers included artists Bob Davidson, John Koerner, Joseph Plaskett, Kit Thorne, and Jacques de Tonnancour.

[2] Painted in an art brut style, the work depicts a grieving mother holding her slain infant.

[4] Andersen received a 1992 Lescarbot Award from the Government of Canada, recognizing outstanding contributions to community cultural activities.

[2] These included promotion of other artists by mounting group shows, lecturing and demonstrating techniques on television and teaching in her own studio.