Through community art project’s including murals, workshops and residencies at schools, community centres, events, festivals and activations Sarah works with children, young people and adults. Her approach prioritises inclusivity, making art accessible to all regardless of age, background, or artistic experience. Sarah is passionate about engaging, encouraging, and inspiring others by sharing her love and knowledge of art, and by bringing people together through the process of art making
Sarah’s passion lies at the intersection of well-being, art, and community, and she is a strong advocate for mental health awareness through art. A firm believer in the transformative and healing power of creativity, she sees art not only as a therapeutic and mindfulness tool but also as an outlet for self-expression, exploration and play. Sarah believes that creating art is a powerful way to connect—with others, ourselves, and the world around us—nurturing a strong sense of self and supporting overall well-being.
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Past projects and roles include:
Art residency at The Alfred Hospital, IPU - acute mental health facility working directly with consumers to create artworks that de-stigmatise and illuminate mental health. Art making was used as a tool for bringing purpose, peace and a sense of agency to consumers. In addition, Sarah created murals in the wards and courtyards, inspired by the tranquil effects of nature to foster calmness, creativity and connection.
Facilitation of art classes and courses at Prahran Place - a welcoming, inclusive community centre that offers a variety of community programs, adult education, workshops, and social activities.
Partnering with Stonnington Youth Services to mentor young people in mural painting on traffic signal boxes. Sarah worked with young people to create a design, practice techniques, procure the materials and paint a signal box.
Free art classes in Grattan Gardens with The Windsor Workshop for City of Stonnington.
Botanical art workshops in schools and organisations such as Hester Hornbrook Academy, NMIT and Centre for Multicultural Youth.
Hands on art workshops at public high schools working with disengaged students on meaningful art projects including murals, mosaics and paper crafts.
Mural collaborative painting with The Living Free Project. Mentoring Living Free young people through the planning and design process, procurement of supplies and materials, developing and experimentation of techniques.
Art workshops for activations and events at Monash and Melbourne Universities with The Windsor Workshop.
Public art projects working in collaboration with artist Tony Sowersby working alongside unemployed, vulnerable or at risk young people many who experience mental health challenges.
“Sarah is an artist of outstanding ability who can work in a variety of media on any scale. Throughout her history in professional and community settings Sarah has displayed genuine empathy and consideration that brings out the best in her fellow artists and in inexperienced participants”
“Sarah was appointed to Alfred Health for the transformative six months of this project, and what a journey it was! During this time, she became a shining beacon of hope and creativity. Sarah’s presence was not just an addition; she was a vital force, bringing warmth and a unique lens that resonated with those around her”