Creative Project-based Coaching
I fell in love with ceramics in the late 80s through coil-building vessels. I was so passionate about it that I decided to create a body of work to submit with my grad school applications. My goal was clear: get into grad school. I set manageable steps, established deadlines, and focused on building a cohesive sculptural collection. After a few rejections, I kept refining my collection, and I eventually got accepted into RISD. And that is how gleena porcelain was born.
Have you been nurturing a creative project or goal but feel unsure how to bring it to life? I can help.
I’m excited to introduce my Creative Project-Based Coaching Program—a structured yet flexible approach designed to turn your artistic vision into reality. Through this program, we’ll delve into the deeper meaning behind your project, break it down into actionable steps, and develop a clear path forward. Together, we’ll transform your ideas into something tangible and aligned with your creative aspirations.
Whether you’re working on a body of work, a painting, a website, or want to sell your work online or at a local art fair, my method keeps you inspired, motivated, and accountable. We’ll work collaboratively to nurture your creative process and achieve your vision, step by step, with clarity and artistic flow.
Here is what happens in each session:
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Session 1: Defining Your Creative Vision & Setting Intentions
In this session, we’ll explore your creative project in detail.
What’s your vision? How does this project feed your unique creativity?
We’ll work together to refine your intention for the project and identify what success looks like in terms of creative fulfillment.
We’ll also break down the project into key phases and outline specific, actionable steps to move forward. We will set deadlines.
Session 1 Key Outcomes:
Clear creative vision and intention
Exploration of themes, mediums, and style
Creation of an actionable plan aligned with your creative goals
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Session 2: Cultivating Inspiration & Addressing Creative Blocks
Now that the foundation is set, we’ll next focus on nurturing your creative process. We’ll explore what inspires you and how to stay in a creative flow. Additionally, we’ll address any creative blocks or challenges (self-doubt, perfectionism, lack of time) that could be standing in your way. This session is designed to keep your creative energy high and focused.
Session 2 Key Outcomes:
Tools to spark and sustain inspiration
Identification of creative blocks and solutions
Strategies to maintain momentum in your creative process
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Session 3: Crafting, Refining & Experimenting
In this session, we’ll check in on your progress, reviewing the work you’ve created so far. We’ll discuss what’s working and what can be refined or adjusted. This is a space for experimentation—trying new techniques, exploring different ideas, and staying open to evolving your project. I’ll guide you through reflecting on your work to ensure it’s aligned with your original vision.
Session 3 Key Outcomes:
Review of creative progress and feedback
Refinement of techniques, ideas, and themes
Exploration of new methods and creative approaches
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Session 4: Completing & Celebrating Your Creative Project
The final session is all about bringing your creative project to completion. We’ll assess how far you’ve come, reflect on the creative process, and ensure that your project aligns with your vision. You’ll have the opportunity to celebrate your creative journey and walk away with tools and inspiration for future projects.
Session 4 Key Outcomes:
Review and reflection on creative achievements
Final adjustments to complete the project
Creative insights and strategies for future work