I am working on a new initiative in to sell local art as an online shop. My Instagram page is @shopartmb or you can email artshopmb@gmail.com. I will update this section when the ArtShopMb shop website page is LIVE!
As an artist, mentor, art consultant, and former gallery owner, I learned entrepreneurial skills through years of practice. After graduating with a BFA in 2002, I had art skills but no art-business skills. At that time, I wished there was someone to offer guidance as I do now for others. With 23 years of gallery experience as an owner and as an artist, I have a wealth of knowledge to share from both sides of the experience. Through online video consulting and phone consulting services, I teach valuable skills, locally and internationally at a small fee of $50CDN per hour. We start with the basics and focus on any of the common topics below or anything else that is artist-specific case by case. To pay via email transfer: jordanleighmiller79@gmail.com or pay via credit card on my shop page click here. I've consulted with many artists and arts organizations across Canada and the United States.
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Art Critiques & Portfolio Review
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Portfolio Development (materials for submissions)
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Artist Statement, Bio, & CV
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Approaching Galleries
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Gallery Submissions
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Pricing Your Art
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Starting your Artist Career
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How to Advance Your Career
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How to Approach Alternative Galleries
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Marketing Yourself as an Artist
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Finding Strength with Social Media
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Managing your Priorities
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Preparing for an Exhibition: What you need to know
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Tips & Tricks to stay focused on your artistic vision
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Respecting Gallery Commissions
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Varnishing Artworks
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Mounting artworks
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Framing, Wiring & presenting artwork for exhibitions
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Archival and professional materials to use
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Fundraising ideas
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Social media support / advice (FB, Instagram)
How to prepare for a session:
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Brainstorm questions and knowledge needed
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Call / text 204-510-1623 or email info@jordanlmiller.com + book a time.
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Fee of $50 must be received at the time of booking via emt/shop link.
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Reviewing documents: bio, statement, CV, artwork must be sent via email at least 48 hours prior session. Reviewing files is included in the $50 fee to a max of 1 hour of time including session.
- For GROUP consulting sessions or to book me to speak to a class or organization please contact me for rates.
Testimonials:
Over the past five years Jordan’s mentorship has been instrumental in my growth and identity as an artist. I engaged her for formal coaching on how to establish the business aspect of my art practice. Her advice was clear and practical, and obviously came from a well of great experience. Beyond the formal coaching, Jordan has generously shared her knowledge about both the creative and business aspects of art. The membership model she developed for Cre8ery enabled me as an emerging artist to exhibit my work in a professional setting. This opportunity facilitated my earliest sales. I have learned a great deal about marketing and promoting my art through observing Jordan’s example and talking with her about her gallery work. It is evident that Jordan loves to share her knowledge and build up other artists. Jordan’s continued support has given me the confidence to reach out more broadly for opportunities to exhibit. Her encouragement and guidance are definitely a big part of why I will have my work shown in three separate exhibition spaces this month. -Anna Schmidt, (May 2025).
I loved the personal attention in my mentoring session with Jordan. For two hours, she reviewed a large selection of my photographs. Her feedback was supportive and constructive. I ended up with a number of ideas for things I could try to do differently. Jordan talked about specifics of editing and composition in my photos, and also more broadly about abstract art, and the stories photographs can tell. She was very willing to answer all my questions. The session was exactly what I had hoped for.–J.B.
I had a really productive Consulting session this afternoon with Jordan. She reviewed 4 of my works in progress, and gave me gentle, constructive feedback which I intend to incorporate into my art. Jordan and I also discussed questions I had surrounding use of social media in the sale of art. I would recommend Jordan’s consulting services for artists looking to grow professionally. – Jackie Turnbull
I had a fantastic art consult and critique with Jordan. She was so helpful showing me where I could improve my painting skills and was also wonderful explaining the reasoning behind her suggestions. She answered any art question I asked very thoughtfully with lots of tips. Will do again!! -Debbie Watt
Highly recommend having a critique/consult done by Jordan. Her very easy-going manner partnered with her talent & knowledge had me feeling very privileged to have the time with her. I plan on booking her again in the future. C. Sutherland
