Art Career Coaching & Mentorship
Grow the Art Career You've Been Dreaming About
With over 20 years as a professional artist, Kathy helps artists navigate both the business and inner work of being an artist. Her coaching clarifies artistic direction, strengthens professional presence, and helps build an art career that truly fits your life.
Is This for You?
You're an emerging artist wanting to turn a hobby into a business.
You're mid-career and ready to level up your galleries, pricing, or visibility.
You feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what to focus on next.
You want clear, practical steps from someone who has built a successful art career.
Kathy works with artists of all disciplines.
How Coaching Works
01
Clarify Your Goals
We identify where you are now and what you want in your art life — income, visibility, creative direction, or a big pivot.
02
Create a Plan
We map out clear, doable steps for your business, marketing, and creative practice.
03
Support & Accountability
We meet regularly, or as needed, so you keep moving forward as your art and life evolve.
Coaching is available virtually and in person.
Topics We Can Work On
- Crafting a plan for your art business
- Transitioning to full-time artist
- Growing a creative business that feeds your soul
- Understand your market
- Develop a business plan
Art Business & Strategy
- Approaching galleries with confidence
- Marketing your art and building your audience
- Speaking and communicating about your work
- Network effectively
- Perfect your elevator pitch
Marketing & Visibility
- Pricing and selling your artwork with ease
- Really easy bookkeeping for artists
- Prepare and understand contracts
- Learn how to license your work
- Approach art galleries
Money & Practicalities
- Clarifying your artistic voice and direction
- Overcoming self-doubt and creative blocks
- Goal setting and staying motivated
- Be held accountable
- Build your confidence
Creative Mindset & Direction
Not sure what you need? We'll figure it out together in your first session.
Why Work With Kathy
Kathy Beekman is a fine artist with over 20 years of professional experience and strong sales within different sectors of the art world. Since 2006, she has served as an art career coach and mentor to artists internationally. She is also the author of 2 books, Prosper: A Success Book for Artists and Motivational Quotes: A Reflection Book for Artists that support creative lives.
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Professional Fine Artist
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If you're not sure what you need, where to start, or which direction to take next, that's exactly where Kathy comes in. She helps artists polish their rusty edges, clarify their path, and keep growing — whether that means finding your artistic voice, building a body of work, understanding your market, or simply staying accountable to the goals you've set for yourself.
Before You Begin
Before you fill out and submit your artist profile — which helps us move forward quickly — here's what to expect.
How We Meet
We meet in person, virtually, or by phone — as often as you'd like. Between sessions, you can send accountability updates. I meet you where you are, and we work at the pace you set.
Arranging a Meeting
We start with a complimentary 30-minute call or video chat to make sure we're a good fit. Your first full session is scheduled for 2 hours. After that, sessions can run anywhere from 15 minutes to 3 hours, based on what you need. All sessions are billed at $130/hour.
1
Submit Your Artist Profile
Use the link below to submit your profile.
2
Profile Review
I'll review your information carefully.
3
Complimentary Call
After I've reviewed your profile and emailed you.
4
Confirm the Fit
We make sure we're the right match during your complimentary call.
Coaching Testimonials
"I'm so grateful for your coaching wisdom."
— Sue Shehan
"My confidence as a creator has blossomed."
— Lizelle Englebrecht
"Thanks for your faith in me and helping me grow."
— Linda Harris
Art career coach since 2006, working with artists across the United States.