Mentorship

Mentorship, Creative Coaching & Consulting

I would love to use my knowledge, skills and experience
to help YOU thrive on your journey as an artist or creative!

BOOK A PRIVATE ONE-ON-ONE SESSION HERE.

“Don’t ask yourself what the world needs.
Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and go do that,
because what the world needs
is people who have come alive.”

- Howard Thurman

HOW IT WORKS:

Sessions are held via Live Chat or E-mail, depending on your preference.
After you purchase a session, I will e-mail you to schedule a time for your appointment.
Sessions can be booked in 30-minute increments. You can book as many sessions as you would like in advance. Each session can be a minimum of 30 minutes or maximum of 2 hours.

MY APPROACH IS:

Private
Confidential
Safe
Non-Judgmental
Therapeutic
Holistic
Laid-Back
Client-Centered
Bespoke / Customized
Tailored to Your Wants & Needs

WHY CHOOSE ME AS YOUR CREATIVE MENTOR?

I'm a full-time professionally-trained artist
I have over 25 years experience in drawing & painting, with experience using a wide variety of materials (watercolor, inks, oils, acrylics, graphite, charcoal, etc.)
I’ve been selling my artwork online for 13 years
I’ve been selling my artwork in-person at art fairs around the United States for 8 years
In 2020, I was named one of Saatchi Art’s Top Women Artists
I’ve done several gallery shows and won several awards for my artwork
I have personal experience in overcoming creative blocks, imposter syndrome & finding my unique voice as an artist
I have 7 years of professional art training at 3 accredited universities
I earned my B.S.E. in Art Education and B.A. in Psychology
I have several years of teaching experience
I have some formal Graduate training in Clinical Psychology / Therapeutic Counseling
I created an out-of-the-box, fulfilling career as a self-employed artist that fits my rare personality type as introverted INFP-T. Being an INFP-T means I'm very empathetic, compassionate, supportive, accepting, innovative, intuitive and open-minded. It also means I've had to overcome many personal obstacles, like being self-critical, perfectionistic and struggling with confidence, in order to have a thriving career as an artist.
I’ve done my own research, read many books and listened to countless podcasts on creativity, mindfulness and self-development over the years
I self-published my own book on living a creative life and getting in touch with your inner child, titled “The Child Muse”. I'm also a poet and self-published a poetry book titled "Thaw".
I regularly practice yoga, breathwork, mindfulness and meditation
I’m an expert at loosening up, expressing yourself, listening to your intuition, connecting with your inner child and getting into your flow state
I have a lot of psychological insight. I’ve spent many years studying psychology, researching emotional and spiritual issues, and working on myself in therapy sessions.
I have a deep understanding of the process & challenges of living a creative life.

TOPICS

Topics might include, but are not limited to, the following. These topics should give you some ideas of what you might want to talk about during our sessions. My approach is client-centered. I will use active listening and give you space to guide the conversation in the places you would like it to go. If you're not sure what you would like to talk about, I'll guide you in the right direction, so that each session offers something valuable and fulfilling to you.

PAINTING / DRAWING

Loosening Up
Becoming More Expressive
Intuitive Painting
The Painting / Drawing Process
Painting / Drawing Materials
Painting / Drawing Techniques
Watercolor Painting
Ink Painting
Oil Painting
Acrylic Painting
Graphite Drawing
Charcoal Drawing
Color Theory
Composition
Abstraction
Representation
Portraiture (Proportions, etc.)
Figure Drawing / Painting (Proportions, finding models, etc.)
Botanical Art (flowers, leaves, etc.)
Nature Art (birds, animals, natural objects, etc.)
Landscape Art

CREATIVITY

Creative Guidance
Creative Insights, Inspiration & Motivation
Finding Your Unique Voice as an Artist
Defining Your Creative Purpose & Vision
Setting Creative Goals & Intentions
Identifying Your Creative Strengths, Weaknesses & Blind Spots
Developing a Consistent Creative Practice
Carving out Time to Create, No Matter Your Situation
Nurturing Your Natural Passions & Inclinations
Letting Your Intuition Lead the Way
Letting Go of Perfectionism
Overcoming Creative Blocks, Resistance, Obstacles & Ruts
Dealing with Your Inner Critic & Negative Self-Talk
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Building Creative Confidence
Being Present & Non-Judgmental While Creating
Letting Go of Comparison
Getting into Your Flow State
Fostering Play, Fun & Joy in Your Creative Practice
Getting in Touch with Your Inner Child
Finding Creative Inspiration
Dealing with Introversion / Extroversion as a Creative

ARTWORK CRITIQUES

Your Current Projects
Critiques of Your Artwork

PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT

Developing a Cohesive Body of Work
Portfolio Review / Critique
Creating Collections
Sharing Your Portfolio

EXHIBITING ART

Exhibiting in Galleries
Exhibiting at Art Fairs / Festivals
Applying to Shows
Selecting Art for an Exhibit
Framing Artwork

SHARING YOUR WORK

Overcoming Fear of Sharing
Letting Go of Comparison
Embracing Your Unique Voice
Sharing via Social Media
Sharing via Your Website
E-mail Newsletters
Blogging
Pitching to Blogs

CAREER

Tailoring Your Life & Career to Fit Your Unique Personality Type
Honoring Your Natural Strengths, Inclinations & Interests
Thinking Outside the Box to Create a Fulfilling Career
Starting a Creative Business
Marketing Your Artwork
Building Your Website
Selling Online & E-Commerce Tools
In-Person Art Fairs & Festivals
Online Art Marketplaces & Platforms
Creating Prints of Your Artwork
Shipping Your Artwork
Photographing Your Artwork
Licensing Your Artwork
Collaborating with Art Advisors & Interior Designers
Pitching Your Artwork
Getting Your Work into Retail Stores
Passive Income Strategies
Commissions

TEACHING

Is Teaching a Good Fit for You?
Ideas for Teaching Art
Techniques for Teaching Art
Teaching Art & Your Personality Type
Thinking Outside-the-Box & Teaching Art Your Way

SPIRITUAL, PERSONAL & EMOTIONAL ISSUES

Advice & Support for Introversion
Self-Care & Self-Compassion
Limiting Beliefs, Fears, Self-Doubt & Self-Consciousness
Finding Your Core Beliefs & Values
Honoring Your Unique Personality
Mindfulness Strategies
Getting to Know Yourself Better
Dealing with Negative Emotions

BIO, ARTIST STATEMENT, RESUME / CV & APPLICATIONS

Creating a Bio
Creating an Artist Statement
Creating a Resume / CV
Assistance in Preparing Applications

ONGOING RESOURCES

Recommended Reading
Recommended Podcasts

ART ADVISORY / CONSULTING

Selecting Artwork for Your Home
Selecting a Frame for Your Artwork
Selecting Multiple Pieces That Complement One Another
In-Room Mockups (See Your Artwork Selections on a Wall)

SELF-PUBLISHING

Self-Publishing a Book