CREATIVITY COACHING
Being in a band, writing songs, poetry, novels, essays, or screenplays can be the most exhilarating experience. On the other hand, the very same experiences that bring joy or a sense of beauty can also bring fear and profound questions. Those questions can be foundational to an artist’s fulfillment. I say fulfillment because success is not the same for everyone and being successful in your chosen art making engagement can actually bring a whole different set of problems. Storyville Collective Creativity Coaching is designed to be a spiritual companion, a friend that helps another listen to their soul and help see the act of art making for what it is – a gift. Below are just a few ideas that may spark a desire to connect with Storyville Collective founder David Bunker and see what the convergence might generate. There are no one size fits all consulting process. It will take an initial half hour phone call or zoom meeting to explore the possibilities. So, check out the opportunities and connect when it feels right or you seem ready to share your deeper thoughts.
WHAT KINDS OF PEOPLE
Need insight into their creative gifting
Struggle with procrastination and hyper self-criticism
Lack a supportive community
Need a model for the creative process
Have a growing body of work for which they need direction
Have not yet monetized their art (music, painting, etc.)
Desire introductions to industry and church leadership
WHAT KINDS OF ENGAGEMENT
1 on 1 Creativity Coaching
Face to Face / Zoom / Phone These encounters are formed around the predetermined directives gained through an initial questionnaire and engagement into the status, needs, and desires of the artist. This can be a one-time encounter or ongoing relationship based on the needs and status of the artist and their availability.
1 Day Creativity Workshops for Groups
The workshop is designed to engage artists, worship teams, and church leadership, artisans within and without the church, teachers and academics who are involved in the arts experience in the larger church community as well as cultural creative outside the church community in the arts or business realm. The importance of journaling, deep listening, poetic naming, consistent solitude, and a support community that are walking along side are engaged in depth. Topics can also be discussed prior to the workshop so information is retro fitted to the exact needs of the artists and surrounding communities.
1 Day Solitude Retreat
The solitude retreat is an act of surrender, withdrawal, and return. The weekend explores the role of silence, nature, journaling, and prayer on creativity and the life of art making. This is usually done at Rauwood Retreat Center just outside of Nashville, TN..
1-Day Artist/Band Consulting
The life of a solo artist or band can be challenging. How do artists build their fan base, get their music into larger platforms, find creative partners in the recording industry and legal field, and face the ever-changing digital world? Consultation can be a one-day engagement or a period of time (multipole dates) that fit the needs of the artists.
Possible Topics to Engage with Artist & Band
- Knowing your stylistic niche?
- How to find and build a band?
- When to record?
- Who should produce?
- How much to spend?
- How to design packaging?
- How to distribute your music?
- When does a label make sense?
- When and where to tour?
- When can part time become full time?
- How to find a music lawyer?
- When is a manager or publicist a must?
- How important are one’s digital platforms?
1-Day Worship Team Gathering
Possible Topics to Engage with Worship Team
- Work with worship teams around the theological and creative process of ministry
- Discover the process for relating to church leadership
- Balancing the musical and spiritual sides of worship and performance
- Discovering your local bodies’ spiritual and creative language
- Learning how to spot the weaknesses of team members through the lens of love
- The role of discipleship in worship team formation and outworking
- Discovering primary giftings of worship team members
- Learning how to work with other cultural creatives in the church
- Help each worship team member develop a healthy personal worship life
Storyville Collective Weekend Journey
The 3-day retreat weekend is a spiritual journey into the narrative that animate our inner life and our story and how those narratives impact the creative process. Attendees are expected to fully engage in the journey through journaling, solitude walks, playful art making, imaginative dialogue, group interaction and introspection. There are (4) retreat weekends and year making early sign up essential.
FAQ
Is there a preferred duration time for creativity coaching?
· Yes. Six months is least amount of time for which one can sign up.
Is it just for musicians?
· No. artists of all mediums (paint, graphics, film, etc.) sign up for the coaching.
What if I am just starting out & have little actual work to show?
· The amount of work done to date is important but does not preclude an engagement around the creative process.
What if I miss a payment?
· Payments are made quarterly so one pays for the coaching 3 months in advance.
How are the payments made?
· Payments are made through Pay Pal via our link.