Betsy Schairer
Poulsbo,WA
Summary
Authentic, adaptable, and creative professional with over 20 years of experience in art, education and sales fields. Currently seeking opportunities to develop and exhibit portfolio of mixed media work on biographical themes relating to loss, grief, personal power and liminal states.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
EXHIBIT HISTORY
Artist
- Monster 2023 Seattle, WA "Super Powers" Solo show mixed media work
- Fingers Duke 2023 Bremerton, WA "Krampus Group Show" Art quilt submission
- Tashiro Kaplan Studios Seattle, WA "Strange Rainbows" Two person show mixed media work
- Hospice House Tacoma, 2023 Solo Exhibit
- Sunset Market Kingston, Art vendor August-October 2023
- Monster 2022 Seattle, WA "Fate, Luck & Hope" Solo show mixed media work
- Fingers Duke 2014 Tarot Group Show "Wheel of Fortune" mixed media on wood
- Paolo's Adventures - Children's Book Illustration 2011
- Loser 2010 publication by Anneloes Van Gaalen Artist Contributor Breakup drawings
- 2oh4our Arts Magazine Poulsbo, WA 2010 Contributor - Student & Faculty Arts Zine
- Two Vaults Gallery Tacoma, WA 2010 "Rabbitual" group show Embroidery drawing
- Girls Rock! Logo Design 2009
- Ghost Gallery Seattle, WA February 2008 Femme Fatale Group Show, Soft Sculpture
- Comedy Underground Seattle, WA 2007 Art of Comedy - Pillows for Pillow Fights
- Pound Studio Seattle, WA April 2007 Renew Show Open Studio works on paper
- Ghost Gallery Seattle, WA 2007 Small Format Group Show
- Coyote Central Gala Auction Seattle, WA November 2005 Watercolor
- UpStream People Gallery June 2005 7th Annual Online Juried Mixed Media and Collage Exhibition Mixed Media Artist Trading Cards
- Maudslay Public Sculpture Project Newburyport, MA June 2005 Massachusetts Cultural Council Award Winner Mixed Media Soft Sculpture
- Massachusetts College of Art Boston, MA May 2005 "Punk Rock Flea Market 5" Altered Clothing
- Town of Exeter May 2005 Exeter, NH Wet Art Auction - Mixed media painting
- Mill 5 Madness May 2005 Poster Design
- Firehouse Center for the Arts February 2005 Valentines Day Mail Art Exhibit Mixed Media "Goodbye, Valentine"
- Town of Exeter Exeter, NH 2005 Town Hall Exhibit - Mixed Media Painting
- Word Of Mouth Hotel Olympia, WA December 2004 "Learning To Love You More" Fruit Art Exhibit Mixed Media Collage
- Exeter Arts Committee December 2004 Exeter, NH Winter Art Fair Mixed Media Paintings
- Free Art Show December 2004 Newburyport, MA 20 artists each donated 50 pieces of art amounting to over 1,000 pieces of art which were anonymously gifted into the community.
- Art Under $50 December 2004 Newburyport, MA Mixed Media Painting
- Wood Hill Middle School March 2004 Andover, MA Integrated Arts Night - Concentric Series Watercolor, acrylic, and xylene on paper
- Evening With the Artists August 2003 Middlesex School Concord, MA Concentric Series Watercolor, acrylic and xylene on paper
- Western Library May 2002 Bellingham, WA Solo Exhibit Nest Fibers Installation
- Viking Union Gallery April 2002 Bellingham, WA First Words Solo Exhibit Multi-Media Installation
- Allied Arts November 2001 Bellingham, WA
- Twenty-One Joint show with photographer Geoff Riley's photo collages with altered linoleum block and drypoint prints
- Blue Horse Gallery May 2000 & December 2001 Bellingham, WA Printmakers Exhibits - Dry point prints, monotypes, and linoleum block prints
Managing Real Estate Broker
Coldwell Banker
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Advised clients on local mortgage and housing conditions to identify successful properties to achieve client's most positive outcome.
- Performed consistently within compliance with local governmental regulations and industry good practices.
- Lead virtual home tours, in-person visits, and open houses for properties.
- Top performing sales agent
- Winner and finalist in Best of North Kitsap & Best of Central Kitsap 2017-2022
Managing Real Estate Broker
Mike & Sandi Nelson Real Estate
09.2012 - 10.2021
- Created and taught trainings to boost team member success
- Utilized excellent communication skills while managing sign call system for client inquiries on properties
- Achieved sales volume within top of industry consistently for 10 years
- Winner and top finalist in Best of North Kitsap & Best of Central Kitsap 2017-2022
Placement Representative & Admissions Coordinator
Northwest College Of Art & Design
02.2008 - 09.2012
- Met career placement and internship goals for seniors and graduates. Generated & compiled compliance reports to meet accreditation standards.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database and scheduling software.
- Created and managed nationwide school visit schedule for executive level & sales level presenters to foster connections between right fit students and College offerings to meet admissions goals.
Registrar & Illustration Instructor
Coyote Central
09.2005 - 01.2008
- Implemented registration policies, procedures and timelines for smooth administration processes.
- Coordinated orientations, fundraising events registration sessions and social events for students, parents, teaching artists and donors.
- Taught illustration in an after school program setting to to students ages 10-15 years old
- Presented in public and private school classrooms on program offerings to attract new students
Art Educator
Woodhill Middle School
08.2002 - 06.2005
- Tutored at risk students through Youth Horizons Homework Help Program
- Planned in-school and external student exhibitions.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers on district wide curriculum development.
- Sponsored student fine arts clubs, attending club meetings and events.
- Classroom instruction
- Winner of The New England League of Middle School's Promising Practitioner's Award 2005
- Chaperoned international student trip to Rome & Greece 2003
- Secured grant funds for special mural projects. Coordinated silent art auction to raise funds for new ceramics program.
Student Teacher
Mount Baker High School
12.2001 - 06.2002
- Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning in art & ceramics classes.
- Created lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
Art Studio Monitor
Western Washington University
10.1997 - 11.2001
- Administrative professor support tasks
- Maintained equipment in printmaking and fibers studios for safe and efficient classroom instruction.
- Supported small groups of students in use of printmaking and fibers studio equipment during after hours open studio access time.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA06.2002
Skills
- Complex Problem Solver
- Administration and Management
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Developing and conducting targeted training Student levels Middle School, High School & Adults
- Client & Student Advocacy
- Contract standards compliance
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Maintaining collegiate and client relationships for life
- Summarizing complex concepts in easy to understand terms
- Committed to equity, inclusivity and diversity
- Proven sales leader
- Responsive and timely communication
- Merchandise Display
- Creative Design
- Vendor Relationships
- Studio art creation
- Studio maintenance
- Installing Exhibits
- Project Planning and Reporting
- Composition Skills
- Marketing and Advertising
- Sales Contracts
- Superior Time Management
- Client Relationships
Timeline
Managing Real Estate Broker
Coldwell Banker
10.2021 - 05.2022
Managing Real Estate Broker
Mike & Sandi Nelson Real Estate
09.2012 - 10.2021
Placement Representative & Admissions Coordinator
Northwest College Of Art & Design
02.2008 - 09.2012
Registrar & Illustration Instructor
Coyote Central
09.2005 - 01.2008
Art Educator
Woodhill Middle School
08.2002 - 06.2005
Student Teacher
Mount Baker High School
12.2001 - 06.2002
Art Studio Monitor
Western Washington University
10.1997 - 11.2001
EXHIBIT HISTORY
Artist
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
Western Washington University
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