Teaching + Mentorship

Supporting artists and writers is my passion. I have over 15 years of experience as an educator—working in higher education, art museums, and arts nonprofits. Mentorship is at the very heart of my ethos—meeting students where they are and helping uplift and guide with empathy, attention, and understanding. Balancing structure with attunement, I strive to help creative individuals become the artists they want to be, supporting them in building that vision and taking the steps toward achieving it.

Some experiences that have guided me here include: my MFA in Poetry and my MA in Art History; serving as a mentor for the Adroit Journal, where I work one-on-one with emerging writers; teaching MFA students at The Bennington Writing Seminars as an Alumni Fellow; leading education departments at college art museums; mentoring undergraduate students at Smith College and Williams College; collaborating with artists and writers as a curator and non-profits leader; overseeing programming and storytelling at The Merwin Conservancy as Associate Director; reading for Tin House Workshops.

Read on to explore the workshops, classes, and services I offer and get in touch to learn more. I am currently quite limited in my capacity to take on individual clients, but please feel to reach out.

Workshops, Readings, Talks, Class Visits

I am available for live and in-person events. I love to lead workshops and am especially interested in opportunities to engage with writing through an interdisciplinary lens.

Here are a selection of classes I’d be particularly excited to offer, though I’m always excited to develop something in collaboration.

  • I taught a version of this class to Bennington MFA students during the Summer 2025 Residency.

  • Item description

  • Description text goes here

Individual Offerings

Creative Consultations

1-on-1 meetings to help you find direction in your creative practice.

These sessions can cover topics such as brainstorming new projects, refining an idea in progress, navigating writer’s block, or exploring pathways for further education or professional development in the arts.

Each consultation is tailored to your goals and creative ambitions, helping you clarify your vision and set actionable steps forward.

Submissions 101 Coaching

A crash course in literary submissions, tailored to emerging and mid-career writers.

Learn how to identify the right journals and prizes to submit to, format manuscripts correctly, write effective cover letters, and track submissions. Build confidence navigating the submission process and developing a sustainable strategy for getting your work published.

Manuscript Feedback

Detailed feedback on poetry and creative writing projects, from single poems to full manuscripts.

Feedback includes line-level suggestions along with overarching structural and thematic analysis and guidance on strengthening cohesion, voice, and impact.

Ideal for writers preparing work for submission or seeking in-depth critique to elevate their craft.

Personalized Reading Lists & Study Plans

Curated guidance to support your growth as a writer and artist.

Includes reading recommendations, exercises, and prompts designed to strengthen specific areas of your craft or expand your literary knowledge.

Artist Statement & Application Development

Guidance in creating compelling materials for schools, residencies, fellowships, and grants.

This service helps writers and artists craft clear, persuasive statements, refine project proposals, and ensure that applications showcase your work and vision effectively.

Sessions may include brainstorming, drafting, or editing to produce polished, competitive application materials.

Ongoing Mentorship

Personalized guidance and support for writers at any stage.

This mentorship provides consistent feedback, goal-setting, and accountability over an extended period. Sessions are tailored to your needs, whether you’re developing new work, revising a manuscript, or navigating the professional literary landscape.