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What does it mean and what does it look like in our creative practices, businesses and careers? Many artists and creatives crave sustainability, whether they are visual artists, makers, performing artists, writers, architects, designers, or other types of practitioners. I’ve coached lots who have sought support at different stages of their creative careers and lives as they work toward building a more sustainable practice or business. Consequently, I’ve learned that sustainab

On time pressures, notions and noticing the gap between how we use time and how we want to. April, the first full month of a new season. The clocks have moved forward, the days are stretching out, and there’s a quiet sense that we’re at a new beginning. But spring rarely arrives all at once. Where I live, it comes in fits and starts. A few warm days, then a return to freezing temperatures, snow, and ice. Often, it’s well into May before we see the warmth and new life we expec

How our money mindset quietly determines what we charge, what we earn and how far we grow as artists and creatives. I’m writing this in the thick of tax season. That time of year when many of us are forced to look directly at the numbers and what we’ve earned and spent as creative professionals. The receipts. The spreadsheets. The totals. The gaps. Alongside the administrative scramble that often accompanies this season, I’ve been working with several clients who have reached

Part 1: A reflection on care, sustainability, and redefining how we show up for our creative work. As artists and creatives, most of us genuinely love what we do. We pour our hearts, tremendous care, and deep attention into our work: the ideas we shape, the pieces we refine, the things we bring into the world. And yet, so often, we don’t extend that same tenderness to ourselves. We show up for our work, our clients, our collaborators, our audiences, but not always for ourselv

An invitation to imagine structure as personal, holistic and intentional. Hello artists and creatives — happy New Year! Are you feeling compelled, like many of us at the start of a new year, to create more structure: stricter routines, better systems, stronger habits? If so, how are you going about that? In my own work and in nearly ten years I’ve been coaching artists and creatives, I’ve come to appreciate that structure isn’t a neutral concept for many of us. It can be a l

A call for artists & creatives to celebrate wins, honour growth, and make space for what’s next. As creative professionals, we may be wrapping up commissioned projects or an academic semester, tying up seasonal sales or performances, or delivering on end-of-year deadlines. It’s a busy time. One that often keeps us looking only forward to what needs to be done before we break for the holiday season, or feeling the pressure to set goals and make to-do lists for the coming New Y

Why Positioning Ourselves Intentionally Matters More Than Ever for Artists and Creatives. Lately, more and more artists and creatives are coming to me for support with how to position themselves. How to share their work and put themselves out there in a way that opens doors. And I understand why. It’s become increasingly challenging to navigate today’s creative career landscape. Opportunities, funding, and jobs feel harder to access; competition is high, and in some fields, t

Every creative career journey has its frights. Few feel as daunting to many artists and creatives as asking for help. It comes up a lot...

An Invitation to Use September as a Time to Reset, Refocus and Move Forward September often marks a shift in gears for creative...

One of the best feelings and optimal experiences for any artist or creative, including myself, is the feeling of being in flow. That...

An invitation to be more intentional about integrating leisure and down time into your work as an artist or creative. A few months ago, I...

Intentional Approaches to Coping, Creating, and Staying Grounded Uncertainty is an inherent part of building a career and life as an...

In a world that often prioritizes followers, likes, and constant new connections, it’s easy to forget that the quality of our...

As we transition into a new season, it's the perfect time to reflect on how transitions shape our journey as creative professionals....

Financial management can feel overwhelming and elusive for many artists and creatives. Irregular income, unpredictable opportunities, and...

As creative professionals, we often navigate an untenable mix of inspiration, deadlines, and the challenge of staying consistent in our...

Creating work routines to suit your personal style and needs. As a creative professional, you know that every project requires a unique...

Happy New Year! Are you easing into 2025, taking some time to clear your head and recover or reset from the holidays before you focus on...

M y annual curated list of "gifts to self" that offer high impact rewards for artists and creatives. Including no-cost things you can do...

I recently shared in an interview on Akimbo , that “I believe in the importance of art and creativity to improve our daily lives and our...