SCRAP Spotlight: Sarah Dooley of Portland, OR

February 3, 2020 | by karimw

Meet Sarah Dooley of Portland, Oregon and see some of her mixed media artwork that uses reuse materials. Dooley works as the Education Coordinator of SCRAP PDX, a role she's been in since April 2019.

What drew you to SCRAP?

I have been a customer at SCRAP for about 17 years since I was an art student, and later as an art instructor. I love the treasures here and that I can afford them!

Do you do any reuse art or any other creative venture you’d like to share?

I am a mixed media artist and often reuse materials in my work. My work includes abstract paintings, collage, bookbinding and assemblage.

What are some of your interests and goals?

I am interested in building community and bringing healing through art. I am passionate about decolonizing the art process, keeping the arts accessible, and helping individuals tap into their own unique abilities to create.

Check out Sarah on KATU at the Lake Oswego Arts Council.