Professional Artist Mentorship
Private 1:1 Business Mentorship for Serious Visual Artists
With Deb Chaney
Build a Sustainable Art Career — Not Just Sell a Painting
You’ve developed your creative voice. You’re making work. You know you’re capable of more.
But many talented artists stay stuck in unpredictable sales, scattered opportunities, underpricing, or trying to figure everything out alone.
This private mentorship is designed to help serious visual artists build a real business around their work — with structure, clarity, and aligned income opportunities.
I help artists move from one-off sales and inconsistent momentum into repeatable systems that support both their creativity and livelihood.
This is not hobby coaching.
This is not beginner art instruction.
This is not generic social media advice.
This is strategic, personalized mentorship for artists ready for their next level.
Who This Mentorship Is For
This mentorship is for visual artists who are already creating consistently and are ready to grow professionally.
You may be a fit if you want to:
Turn your art practice into a sustainable business
Create multiple income streams from your existing work
Learn how to license artwork professionally
Pursue grants, exhibitions, residencies, and commissions
Price and position your work with more confidence
Reduce overwhelm and gain clear direction
Build systems that create momentum and consistency
Stop guessing and start growing strategically
Whether you are emerging, mid-career, or established but ready for expansion, this work is designed to meet you where you are.
Outcomes We Can Create
Every artist’s path is unique, but common results include:
Clear business strategy and next steps
Renewed confidence and professional direction
New income opportunities from artwork you’ve already created
Better systems for outreach, submissions, and follow-through
More consistent revenue and less financial stress
Stronger positioning in the marketplace
Greater focus, momentum, and accountability
A long-term plan for sustainable artistic success
My goal is to help you leverage your talent intelligently so your art can better support your life.
Why Work With Deb Chaney
I’m a professional visual artist with over 25 years of real-world experience navigating the art world strategically and building multiple streams of income from creative work.
My experience includes:
Canada Council for the Arts grant recipient
Six-figure public art installation
Artwork placed in commercial and hospitality spaces including Hilton Hotels
Licensed work on major platforms including Hulu and Netflix
Featured in The Vancouver Sun, The Georgia Straight, and Where Women Create Magazine
Numerous paid exhibitions, residencies, and commissions
I’ve personally built income through:
Licensing
Public Art
Grants
Art Rentals
Commissions
Strategic Sales Opportunities
I teach artists how to create aligned revenue streams from their work — not rely on one-and-done sales alone.
What Mentorship Looks Like
This is private, customized support designed around your specific goals, stage, and opportunities.
Your mentorship may include:
Private 1:1 sessions in person if you're local (Gabriola / Nanaimo area) or via video from anywhere
Ongoing voice/text support between sessions for guidance, momentum, and accountability
Custom strategy based on your goals — no cookie-cutter formulas
Professional insight, strategic support and clear next steps that respects both your art and your life
This is personalized mentorship built for real progress.
How Intake Works
The first step is a 30-minute private intake conversation with Deb.
This is a relaxed, no-pressure call where we explore:
Where you are now
What feels stuck or unclear
What goals you want to reach
Whether we are the right fit to work together
If it feels aligned, I’ll recommend the best next step and explain how mentorship can support you.
Limited Spots / Selective Fit
I keep mentorship capacity intentionally limited so each artist receives focused attention and meaningful support.
Because of that, I only accept a small number of private clients at a time.
This mentorship is selective by design and best suited for artists who are ready to take action, receive guidance, and grow.
What Artists Say
"Deborah helped me break everything down into clear, manageable steps and focus on what truly excites and motivates me... I now have systems, resources, and specific places to submit my work where people are actively looking for what I create."
— Keenan Bush, Tofino Surf Photography
"I have become a better artist because of Deb's coaching and I cannot recommend her enough."
— Lisa Penz, Professional Artist & Actress
"Deb brings fantastic energy, thoughtful pacing, and generosity of knowledge. There is space to reflect, experiment, and grow."
— Jillian Moore
"Deb is organized, sensible, and knowledgeable. She creates a supportive atmosphere while maintaining clarity and structure."
— Mari Jalbing
Warm Invitation to Inquire
If this speaks to you, I warmly invite you to reach out.
You do not need to have everything figured out before contacting me. Often one honest conversation creates the clarity and momentum you’ve been needing.