Artist Mentoring
I offer mentoring for artists seeking one-off or repeated sessions for thoughtful, constructive conversation about their work. After art school, or if working independently, many artists find themselves without regular, in-depth discussion around their work. Mentoring offers thoughtful critical dialogue and practical support. It provides a safe space to examine the work closely, test and brainstorm ideas, and helps clarify direction, strengthen confidence and maintain focus.
About Me
With over 15 years’ experience working as an artist, alongside teaching, mentoring and directing an exhibition space and studios, I bring critical insight and a broad perspective on the practical, professional and creative challenges involved in sustaining and developing an art practice.
I was a tutor at City & Guilds of London Art School (2011–2021) and have been a visiting tutor at the University of Hertfordshire. I am currently a correspondence tutor at Turps, as well as a visiting tutor at Turps and ESOP. From 2011–2023, I co-founded and directed Block 336, an arts charity that commissioned major solo projects by artists and delivered an ambitious public programme. I raised significant public and private funds for the organisation and produced large-scale exhibitions and events in collaboration with a range of partners. These projects were designed to support artists in taking bold steps in their work and develop their practice.
I have exhibited widely and internationally, presenting three solo exhibitions with Castor since 2012. I am currently working on a commission with Hospital Rooms and am the Royal College of Physicians’ 2026 Visiting Artist.
Mentoring sessions may focus on:
Articulating your work and clarifying direction
Exploring and developing ideas
Navigating creative blocks, indecision and building confidence
Preparing for exhibitions, residencies or applications
Navigating professional contexts and opportunities
I will engage closely with your work, ask careful questions and offer considered perspective informed by experience.
Online Mentoring Sessions
First Session – £60 (1 hour)
Includes a structured discussion of your current position and aims. Following the session, I provide written notes outlining key points.Follow-Up Sessions – £60 (1 hour)
Ongoing conversations building on previous discussions. Mentees keep their own notes.Package – 5 Online Sessions – £280
To be used within 5 months.
In-Person Studio Visits (London)
2 Hour Studio Session – £150
Includes discussion of your work in the studio. Travel time is factored into this rate. Visits outside London or over one hour (each way) from SE10 may require an additional charge - please contact me to discuss.
Booking & Payment
All sessions require payment in advance to confirm booking.
Online sessions are held via video link, which is sent after your booking is confirmed.
Book a First Session
To arrange an initial mentoring session, please complete this form. Once submitted, I will be in touch within 48 hours (maybe longer if during the weekend) to arrange a suitable time with you and provide payment details.
Any questions
Please feel free to contact me at janehayesg@gmail.com
Thank you :)