Creative Mentoring - Finding your way

With 30 years experience of working in the creative industries - from making the tea to running my own gallery and making my own work, I have a solid understanding of the ups and downs of finding your way.  I have given hundreds of portfolio reviews and face to face tutorials and worked as a mentor at BA and MA level as well as mentoring and supporting privately alongside the artists I have represented since 2009.

As a very experienced art buyer, designer and artist curator I have a finely tuned eye for what can make a successful portfolio of work in both the commercial and fine art world. 

One of my strongest skills is to help creatives find their direction and help them see the possibilities for their work. I regularly give surgeries with students, graduates, practising artists/designers and with creatives who are coming back to their practice after a hiatus : whether that’s been raising a family or dedicating time to a full time career for example.  

If you are at a point where you want an experienced eye to help you put together a portfolio that will work, then please do get in touch . Each client is different and the sessions are tailored around your requirements. 

My services include : 

- One to one portfolio surgery to help pinpoint a creative direction

- Pricing of artwork + professional practice questions and answers

- Finding a market for your work.  

- Preparing for art fairs and shows. 

- Determining your focus and direction 

- Website and portfolio presentation

Mentoring + Professional Practice Clients include:

The Design Trust
New Ashgate Gallery
London College of Communications
University of Creative Arts
University of Arts Bournemouth
Brighton University 
Norwich University