Through personalized guidance, encouraging critique, and a spirit of wonder, Katy helps artists uncover their potential and deepen their creative calling.
With over fifteen years experience teaching painting, illustration, and visual storytelling at the college level, Katy brings seasoned expertise and soulful presence to every coaching and mentorship session.
She has worked with artists of all ages and skill levels - from beginners picking up a brush for the first time, to college students finding their path, to professional creatives refining their voice. Her approach combines technical insight, compassionate listening, and imaginative exploration to help artists thrive in both craft and spirit.
As the founder of Creating Space for Imagination, Katy’s mission is to cultivate wonder and purpose in the lives of artists wherever they are in their journey.
Step into Your Creative Calling
This is for the artist who is:
Longing for guidance, but doesn’t want a one-size-fits-all approach
Hungry to grow in both technique and vision
Wrestling with self-doubt, burnout, or creative blocks
Ready to take the next step, whether that’s starting, finishing, or rekindling a project
Drawn to the sacred, the beautiful, and the transformative nature of art
Whether you’re looking for feedback, structure, soul care, or direction, Katy creates a safe and inspiring space for artists to grow.
Who This is For
At Creating Space for Imagination, coaching and mentorship give artists the structure, support, and feedback they need to move forward with purpose. Whether you're stuck, starting out, or ready to refine your practice, these three tiers offer clear next steps for your growth.
Seed Tier
A single session to gain clarity, direction, or technical insight. Includes one 60-minute 1:1 session, written critique and/or follow-up resources
Investment: $75
Grow Tier
Short-term support to move through a project or skill-building goal. Includes two 90-minute sessions per month with email feedback between.
Investment: $475/month
Flourish Tier
Long-term personalized mentorship for artists seeking creative and spiritual formation. Includes monthly sessions, ongoing support, tailored practices, and a co-created growth path.
Investment:
$1200/3 months | $2000/6 months
Each tier creates space in your life to grow your art—not just through skill-building, but through clarity, confidence, and intentional direction. When you invest in one of these tiers, you’re investing in yourself as an artist—and making time for the work that matters most.
Why it works
Katy’s coaching and mentorship is rooted in real teaching experience, deep listening, and a reverence for the creative process.
She helps artists:
Sharpen their technique
Reconnect to purpose
Develop imaginative discipline
Navigate transitions and resistance
Cultivate a sustainable creative rhythm
Each session is tailored to your specific needs.
What Clients Say
“Katy’s feedback was extremely insightful. She always found real opportunities for improvement and gave me enough meaningful feedback to keep me moving in the right direction, while not so much that it would be overwhelming. ”
“After working with Katy, I’m a much better painter now. I understand the practical applications of color theory. I have been drawing and painting for more than 45 years. Only now do I consider myself a painter.”
“The quality of my art increased tremendously working with Katy. She is the best professor I’ve ever had and is always pushing the boundaries and parameters of our art. I’ve never seen my art improve so much until I had her as a professor. She has a fantastic knowledge of the elements of art and knows how to push us in the right direction!”
“Katy truly pushed me to create pieces I didn’t even know I was capable of accomplishing. She has been the teacher that has inspired me the most and made me get my excitement for art back!”
“I wouldn’t be as successful in my art career as I am today if it weren’t for Katy’s guidance and instruction as an art teacher and mentor. ”
“Katy has been such a delight to work with. Her encouragement and support helped me overcome frustration and have gotten me through a lot of projects where I felt like quitting halfway. ”
Ready to Begin?
If you’ve felt the nudge to take your art more seriously—or simply to make space for it again—this is your invitation.
Working with a coach and mentor can be the turning point that brings your ideas out of your head and into the world. Whether you need feedback, structure, encouragement, or accountability, you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
With over 15 years of experience teaching artists of all levels, Katy offers a grounded, thoughtful approach to artistic growth that is designed to meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
When you commit to a tier, you're not just signing up for a service—you’re creating a space for your creativity to breathe, grow, and flourish. That structure is life-giving. It protects your time, honors your process, and gives you the support you need to follow through on what matters most.
No fluff. No pressure. Just honest, intentional support that helps you become the artist you were created to be.
Apply now to explore which tier is right for you. Not all applications are accepted—this ensures every mentorship is a good fit, and your creative time is well invested.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What’s the difference between coaching and mentorship?
Coaching is typically short-term and goal-focused (like improving a technique or completing a project). Mentorship is longer-term and more holistic, offering deeper guidance in both artistic and personal growth.
Q: What mediums or skill levels do you work with?
Katy works primarily with painters, illustrators, and mixed-media artists, but welcomes visual artists and creatives of all types. Beginners, hobbyists, returning artists, and professionals are all invited.
Q: Do I need to prepare anything before our session?
Yes—once you book, you’ll receive a welcome email with suggestions. If it’s a critique, you’ll be asked to submit images of your artwork in advance. Journaling prompts or reflection questions may be provided for mentorship sessions.
Q: Are these sessions faith-based?
While spiritual themes may be explored (especially in mentorship), this is not required or expected. Katy honors each client’s personal beliefs and comfort level, and the sessions can be fully secular or faith-integrated depending on your preference.
Q: Can I book a single session before committing to a longer tier?
Absolutely. The Seed Tier is designed as a low-commitment entry point, and clients often begin there before stepping into the Grow or Flourish tier.
Q: Will I receive feedback or homework between sessions?
Yes! All tiers include written or verbal feedback. Ongoing tiers may also include suggested practices, creative prompts and assignments, or spiritual reflections tailored to your goals.