Mandee Schroer

Mandee Schroer serves as an Adjunct Professor of Art at Portland State University's Schnitzer School of Art + Art History + Design and Clackamas Community College, teaching drawing, painting, and mixed-media courses since 2007. Her international educational leadership includes directing PSU's Education Abroad Printmaking & Mixed-Media program in Guanajuato, Mexico since 2013 and Macerata, Italy in 2012.

Education:

• MFA in Contemporary Art Practices, Portland State University (2007)
• BFA in Drawing & Painting, University of New Mexico (2000)

Schroer's artistic practice centers on painting, printmaking, and mixed-media with emphasis on international cultural exchange and technical experimentation. Her work explores abstract expressionism through residencies at Caldera (Oregon), Arquetopia (Mexico), and Proyecto Ace (Argentina), integrating textile techniques and traditional printmaking with contemporary concepts. Current projects investigate cross-cultural artistic dialogues and environmental narratives through layered mixed-media compositions.

Analysis of her featured publications reveals consistent focus on regional art ecosystems (particularly Portland's contemporary scene) and international collaborative projects. The articles demonstrate growing recognition of her work in conceptual printmaking and public art installations, with increasing coverage of her international residencies and educational initiatives since 2007.

Scientific Awards:

• Golden Spot Award from Caldera Arts (2015)

Schroer actively mentors students through PSU's Education Abroad program and community college courses, having led over 10 international workshops since 2011. Her committee work includes PSUFA Labor-Management (2013-2015) and MFA Alumni Art Auction (2013-2016), demonstrating commitment to academic labor and alumni engagement. While specific grant funding isn't detailed, her sustained workshop programs indicate successful institutional and participant-funded support.

She co-directs the Guanajuato Printmaking Workshop with Hugo Anaya at Alma del Sol B&B, operating an open-air studio in UNESCO World Heritage city. This initiative functions as both educational program and cultural exchange platform, connecting Portland artists with Mexican printmaking traditions while maintaining active exhibition partnerships with galleries like Alexander Gallery and Curb Gallery.