Creative Liberation: How Balancing Chaos Helps BIPOC Artists
For many Black, Indigenous, and artists of color, creativity isn’t just a talent—it’s a lifeline. It’s how we tell our stories, reclaim our lineages, and tell our traumas. But too often, BIPOC creatives find themselves stuck—underfunded, unseen, and disconnected.
Why We Stay Stuck
Let’s name it:
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Many of us carry generational trauma that clouds our confidence or voice.
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We’ve been taught to prioritize survival (service and labor jobs) over self-expression.
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Institutions often appropriate our art—or ask us to conform to extractive norms.
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The creative industry rarely offers accessible pathways to success for artists of color.
These challenges are real. But they’re not the whole story.
What Breaking Through Looks Like
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Embodying your full story—not just the parts that fit a grant narrative
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Getting paid for your work and worth
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Reconnecting to ancestral wisdom that fuels your creativity
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Building visibility in a world that needs your voice
Approach: Cultural Strategy Meets Spirit Work
No two are the same. But here’s Nicole offers:
🌀 1-on-1 Coaching
Go deep—combining business strategy with healing guidance to:
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Business Strategy Coaching
Recovery Coaching
🔥 Community Workshops
Held in libraries, cultural centers, and community spaces—these sessions use:
- Shamanic Workshops
Business Strategy Workshops
These workshops help BIPOC to connect with their power, speak their truth, and shed internalized limitations.
Let’s Build Your Legacy
Whether you're just beginning or you're seeking your next evolution, Nicole McNeill is here to support you with integrity, care, and the tools to thrive.
👉 Ready to break through?
Book a coaching session or join a workshop