Creative Support Group

You’re not meant to do your creative life alone. Creative Support Group is a hybrid (Chicago & virtual) group for creatives who want structure, community, and gentle accountability while making time for art.

We’ll use a mix of discussion, prompts, and check-ins (inspired by The Artist’s Way) to help you get unstuck, stay connected to your practice, and keep moving—whether you’re in a season of change, burnout, or simply ready to make more.

Expect a monthly support group meeting, virtual Scrap & Yap, creative homework you can take or leave, and access to a private Discord for ongoing support between sessions.

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What you get:

  • Creative prompts and media recommendations

  • Join a cohort of other creatives like you to learn with and from

  • Weekly group check-ins to keep you on track

  • Access to private Discord channels for community and accountability

  • First dibs at contributing to our Community Art Show

Schedule

The creative support group meets weekly for 90 minutes for a combination book club/support group/creative workshop. Do the reading and homework between sessions (or don’t! also fine!) and join weekly calls to discuss and get support.

Cohort begins in May. Participate however you are able, whether just on Discord, in weekly sessions online or in person, or in spirit from afar. We’ll celebrate the close of the 16-week cycle with a community art show!

    • Welcome Session

    • Session 1: Safety

    • Session 2: Identity

    • Session 3: Power

    • Session 4: Integrity

    • Session 5: Possibility

    • Session 6: Abundance

    • Session 7: Connection

    • Session 8: Strength

    • Session 9: Compassion

    • Session 10: Self-Protection

    • Session 11: Autonomy

    • Session 12: Faith

    • Art Show Prep

    • Community Art Show

    See the full schedule in the Group Hub on Notion.

You need this if…

  • creative prompts + media recommendations give you a reliable starting point

  • make time + space for your self-care through community and creativity

  • your grief is welcome here

  • in this house we’re quick to question Julia Cameron

  • join a community that gets it

  • this is a great space to search for direction

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Nope. If you’re a creative person (or want to be), you’re welcome—writers, designers, musicians, hobbyists, and “I used to make stuff” folks included.

  • Both. You’ll choose a primary attendance method (Chicago in-person or virtual), and you can switch as needed.

  • That’s okay. Come when you can—each session stands alone, and the Discord space helps you stay connected between meetings.

  • Expect gentle “homework” that’s optional. Most people spend a little time during the month experimenting with prompts and reflecting, but you can take it at your own pace.

  • It’s, like, super chill.

    We’ll share wins + struggles, use prompts to get unstuck, and keep moving—without harsh critique.

Get the support your inner artist desperately needs.

Fill out the form to join the group and be the first to know about support group meetings and community events. There’s no pressure to participate, and you can unsubscribe any time.