Private 1:1 guidance for curious learners, emerging and returning artists, and students seeking a more meaningful relationship with art, creative practice, and their own work.

slow looking, deep making.

“We do not see things as they are, we see them as we are.”
— Anaïs Nin, Seduction of the Minotaur (1961)

What I offer

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1:1 sessions

I offer one-to-one phone or online sessions in drawing, painting, mixed media, creative practice, art history, visual analysis, and portfolio development. Together, we look closely at what you are making, find connections, move through creative blocks, and develop practical next steps.

Request a First 60min Session
Request a Complimentary 15min Consultation
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Olivia Spence, M.A.
Visual Artist | K-12 & College Visual Arts & Humanities Faculty
B.A. Studio Art & Hispanic Studies | M.A. Humanities: Art Practice, Art History & Philosophy

slow looking, deep making.

A person working on a craft project at a table with various art supplies, including colored pencils, paper, glue, and tools, in a dimly lit room.
A person working on a craft project at a table with various art supplies, including colored pencils, paper, glue, and tools, in a dimly lit room.
“Olivia was born to do this! She has helped me break through a long-standing creative block, find inspiration in my everyday life, and begin my art practice again. She is also helping me create a more cohesive portfolio by finding connections among unfinished pieces and recurring themes in my past work.”
— Heather, Current Coaching Client

begin with a conversation

Curious about working together? Begin with a complimentary 15-minute Creative Practice Consultation. We will briefly talk about what you are making, what feels challenging or exciting right now, and what kind of support may be most useful.

It is a chance to meet, ask questions, and see whether studio guidance, portfolio support, art-history tutoring, or another form of support feels like a good fit.

ways we can work together

Studio Clarity Session

A focused 60-minute online session for feedback, creative blocks, project direction, work-in-progress review, or returning to your practice.

Ongoing Studio Guidance

Weekly or twice-monthly sessions for artists who want thoughtful critique, accountability, technical guidance, and time to develop a more cohesive body of work.

Art History, Portfolio & Project Support

Individual online support with Art Appreciation, World Art History, visual-analysis writing, artist statements, portfolio development, drawing, painting, and creative projects.

Request a Complimentary Consultation

I will respond within two business days with available times and next steps.