About

MY STORY

When people ask me what I do for a living, I tell them:    

BUT WHAT IS MY GOAL?…
“To show creatives how to make running a business feel like a trip to their favorite art supply store.”


AND WHAT DO I LIKE TO DO?…
Connect with and improve the world around me… and that is a large creative endeavor!  I believe that artists and art businesses have the same basic mission regardless of genre, medium or cultural niche. The more I can help them accomplish this mission, the more fulfilled and successful I feel.  A win for everybody!

 

I’m Cynthia Hill— and as you’ve probably guessed, teaching creative entrepreneurs how to grow their art business (in a stress-free and empowering way) is my obsession and happy place.

Creative clients seek me out when they need to start or revamp an art business or community based art project with insight born from my experience, including blisters and lots of paint stains.
Together, we create new strategies that feel natural, achievable and motivating. Strategies that lead to buzz, excitement, and successful sales—with happy patrons.

I have a 20+ year background serving the arts sector as a consultant, college instructor, nonprofit arts administrator, curator and arts business owner. I’ve worked with Ivy league institutions, self-trained artists, small nonprofits, and everything in between. I have a unique perspective on what it takes to establish project ‘buy in’ and build sustainable business practices,  without jeopardizing enthusiasm for your creative work and unique services.

I’m not a newbie creative mentor who just popped up yesterday. I have been exclusively employed in the arts – successfully running my own business, teaching and nonprofit work – for over two decades. I’ve been around the block, many times. Chances are whatever your hurdle is... I’ve been there and done that. Best part is, I’m excited to help you do it too!