ARTIST CONSULTANCY & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Making sense of the art world. Making space for your future in it.

The art world can be exhilarating, inspiring and utterly bewildering. But making extraordinary art is only part of the story.

How do you price your work? Approach galleries? Build visibility? Negotiate opportunities? Develop a sustainable career without compromising your creative identity?

Drawing on over 20 years in education, international exhibition experience, gallery sales and management, and studies in Art Business at Sotheby's Institute, Hannah Shillito offers practical, honest and artist-centred guidance for navigating the contemporary art world.

No gatekeeping. No empty promises. Just the knowledge, perspective and strategic thinking artists deserve.

HOW THE ART WORLD REALLY WORKS

A six-week strategic programme for practising artists

Because talent alone isn't enough — and nobody gives you the rulebook.

This small-group, live online programme explores the structures, systems and unwritten rules shaping contemporary artistic careers.

Across six interactive sessions, we'll explore:

  1. The Art World Ecosystem — understanding galleries, institutions, collectors and the structures of power.

  2. Value, Pricing & Scarcity — how artistic and commercial value are created, communicated and negotiated.

  3. Representation, Contracts & Rights — understanding gallery relationships, agreements and protecting your interests.

  4. Visibility vs Strategy — building a meaningful professional presence rather than chasing exposure.

  5. Sustainability & Income — developing multiple income streams and a practice that can support you.

  6. Positioning & Long-Term Strategy — defining your direction and developing a practical 12-month plan.

The format

  • Six weekly 90-minute live online sessions

  • Small cohort of up to 10 artists

  • Practical exercises, discussion and reflection

  • A personalised 12-month strategic direction

This isn't about teaching you how to make better art. It's about understanding the world your art exists within — and making informed decisions about your place in it.

ONE-TO-ONE ARTIST CONSULTANCY

Your practice. Your ambitions. Your next move.

For artists seeking more personalised support, Hannah offers individual strategy sessions tailored to their practice and professional goals.

Whether you're preparing to approach galleries, reviewing your pricing, developing your portfolio, negotiating opportunities or considering a new direction, these sessions offer focused, constructive guidance.

Areas of support include:

  • Artistic positioning and professional identity

  • Gallery approaches, representation and exhibitions

  • Pricing, sales and commercial strategy

  • Portfolio development and artist statements

  • Visibility, marketing and professional opportunities

  • Career planning and sustainable income

Artist Positioning & Strategy Intensive

A focused 90-minute consultation exploring your current position, challenges and opportunities, with a clear strategic direction for the next 6–12 months.

CREATIVE PROJECT CONSULTANCY

Hannah also works with artists, brands and creative organisations to develop exhibitions, collaborations, immersive experiences and ambitious multidisciplinary projects.

Combining creative imagination with practical experience, she helps turn exciting ideas into distinctive, memorable experiences.

LET'S TALK ABOUT YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

Whether you're an emerging artist finding your professional footing, an established practitioner ready for change or a creative organisation with an ambitious idea, Hannah would love to hear from you.

Your art deserves more than guesswork. Let's work out what comes next.

Get in touch to enquire about consultancy, one-to-one sessions or the next programme cohort.