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Sarah Rowan
PrintCreative Innovator. Speaker & Speed Painter
Sarah Rowan is an artist and thought-leader who empowers individuals and organisations to ignite a better future through creativity. As one of Australia’s top Speed Painters, she has lived and breathed the dynamic process of transformation for over 20 years, turning blank walls and cavasses into thought-provoking pieces of art, with limited time and often in front of a live audience.
Speaker Categories
- After Dinner Speakers
- Community / Social Conscience Speakers
- Diversity and Inclusion Speakers
- Entrepreneurial Speakers
- Female Motivational Speakers
- Inspirational Keynote Speakers
- Mental Health / RUOK Day Speakers
- Motivational Keynote Speakers
- Overcoming Adversity / Resilience Speakers
- Team Building and Teamwork Speakers
Testimonials for Sarah Rowan
“Sarah brings energy into a room and delivers a visual display of an event in a very different way. Sarah builds rapport with the team and understands the key messages and dynamics in the room. Most of all Sarah brings fun and passion. I would highly recommend using Sarah for your next event.”
Director, AMP Capital
“Sarah your painting brought life to the event, which is a challenging task in the banking environment. People were interested and engaged with the ‘story’ that developed and the finished product was outstanding.”
HR Dept, ANZ
“I am a long time educator. I have seen many inspiring presenters, helped raise money for many causes, heard many speeches, BUT Sarah really connects - and connects with all kids. She presented to our youngest kindergarten kids to our Grade 12s - she talked and they listened - IF you ever have the chance to work for or with her - don’t miss out — I am humbled in her presence.”
Principal of the Canadian International School, HCMC, Vietnam
“I would highly recommend her if you want to deliver an event to remember.”
Head of Marketing & Events, NSW Business Chamber
“I love the energy and immediacy of your work; you manage to work at a speed but still evidence of so much care and thoughtfulness as we watch you make an image take shape. It’s COURAGEOUS to put yourself on show and on such a crazy deadline - but it’s a great way to get good at what you do!”
Deputy Lord Major of Sydney
“Thank you for bringing our vision of NWC2015 on the Sydney Harbour Bridge to life. It was fantastic for the crowd - a point of difference which captures the essence of the event.”
Marne Fechner, CEO Netball World Cup 2015
“I love your energy, I want to see more, and I would buy that painting….it’s a yes from me.”
Sophie Monk, Australia’s Got Talent 2016 Judge
“I would buy that painting too! It’s a yes from me.”
Kelly Osbourne, Australia’s Got Talent 2016 Judge
“Sarah Rowan has done a portrait of me that has taken pride and place in my study, it’s amazing…she’s amazing! You should get involved with her…professionally!”
David Hughes, stand-up comedian, radio and TV host, AGT host 2016
“Sarah is an artist with every part of her body. It all comes out through her work, and as she is performing and painting you feel like the sky will open up and shine on you forever.”
Rob Carlton, Logie Award winning Australian actor and writer
“Sarah was an absolute knockout and stole the show - she certainly knows how to draw a crowd! Her energy was absolutely incredible and the feedback we received from delegates was extremely positive! A pleasure to work with - we couldn’t have asked for anything better.”
Marketing Executive, Higgins Coatings
“You exceeded our expectations! You are terrific! From all of us at HP…Thank you”
Bruce Dahlgren, VP, Global Enterprise Business, Hewlett-Packard
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Fee Range: $5001 to $10000
Sarah Rowan's Biography
Creative Innovator. Speaker & Speed Painter
Sarah Rowan is an artist and thought-leader who empowers individuals and organisations to ignite a better future through creativity. As one of Australia’s top Speed Painters, she has lived and breathed the dynamic process of transformation for over 20 years, turning blank walls and cavasses into thought-provoking pieces of art, with limited time and often in front of a live audience.
Merging her artistic talent with her passion for public speaking, Sarah has reimagined the role of the artist, pushing the boundaries of a studio-based pursuit into a trail-blazing performance genre that challenges the limitations of time and space.
After graduating from Converse College in 2003 with a BFA in Studio Art, Sarah started an art business in Greenville, South Carolina, USA before moving to Sydney to expand her horizons. It was here that she used the process of creative futurism to overcome depression, challenge chronic illness and create a new future for herself and her family. No longer shackled by societal norms, she has stepped into the full power of her truth personally and professionally.
Sarah’s strong emotional storytelling, along with her ability to paint fast and think fast has captivated hundreds of clients like Nestlé, ANZ, AMP, Ernst & Young, Woolworths, Sydney Airport, and Priceline. She has inspired audiences to embrace their own creativity which she believes is a "birthright to all” and to date has painted at over 500 events raising over $270,000 for charity.
Speaking Topics Include
The Power of: Creativity Authenticity Curiosity
Sarah Rowan is an artist and thought leader who empowers individuals and organisations to ignite a better future through creativity.
As one of Australia’s top-speed painters, she has lived and breathed the dynamic process of transformation for over 20 years, turning blank walls and canvasses into thought-provoking pieces of art, with limited time and often in front of a live audience.
Merging her artistic talent with her passion for public speaking, Sarah has reimagined the role of the artist, pushing the boundaries of a studio-based pursuit into a trail-blazing performance genre that challenges the limitations of time and space.
Speaking on the power of living authentically and embracing creativity to live full, holistic lives, Sarah empowers the audience to connect with the lost parts of self.
Break the routine! Spice life up, and start living consciously, in the present and you will find yourself happier, healthier and living life more fully! And when this becomes a part of team culture, not only will your team be stronger, but they will also be more innovative, productive and profitable.
KEY TAKEAWAYS: • Sarah breaks down the creative process while painting an original work LIVE
- Practical ways to activate your creativity and therefore productivity in the workplace
- Learn how connection to self is necessary to connect effectively with others.
- The healing power of being wholly you both at work and home
- Overcome limiting beliefs that keep your creativity and curiosity in stagnation
(Speech Captured on Canvas - I.e. creating an abstract/ bespoke unique paintings that
captures the speech of the CEO or presenter on canvas for the office/ boardroom.
Sometimes the theme is “goals for the year ahead” “company values” etc.
Sarah’s unique party trick is juggling basketballs (or soccer, etc)…but can also spin a basketball on a paintbrush and put it in her mouth or a audience members mouth. She can also spin it on the end of a spoon/fork and feed an audience member (food related industry fun). - Sarah can play the guitar or piano during one emotional section of her keynote (though also has a Spotify song that can be used instead)
OFFERINGS: -
60 Minute Keynote - includes LIVE PAINTING! –
10-15 Minute Live Art + Inspirational + Funny (Great for conference opener, pre/post lunch moment, trade shows, etc) –
1-2 Hour Workshop - Creative Team Building! includes creative session for participants. Can do watercolour painting for up to 50 participants, or drawing with entire audience, no limit. Target audience: Senior leadership, Sales teams, Emerging leaders, Entrepreneurs, team building. –
Live Art - 7 minutes to 2 hours -