Series VII, no. 7d, by Hilma af Klint

The way of the artist and the way of the mystic are very much alike, except the mystic does not have a craft.
// Joseph Campbell

creative mentoring

For all aspiring or established writers, artists, healers, and creatives at heart.

I believe everyone is creative, and that our creativity is intimately connected with our authentic sense of self and our soul evolution at large.

The creative life asks us to have the curiosity, courage, and humility to continually dive into the mysteries of the unknown. It is here in the unconscious where our visions and gifts lie.

And, we also need the internal and embodied resources to bring these visions into material form and produce the art we feel called to make.

This is where having the support of a mentor can be invaluable — to guide you in ferrying your unique ideas into form; to offer a map, tools, and practices to overcome obstacles; and to feel seen, heard, and celebrated in your journey.

"Cherise’s ability to listen, witness the creative blocks, and help clarify a roadmap to honouring the muse is powerful. Her depth and attunement to the soul language inspires, and holds accountability to the path of creative, authentic expression.
I truly am grateful for Cherise’s wisdom."

+ Olivia

“Cherise helps you see your potential.
Through her personal guidance, I have found my self-belief as an artist.”

+ Kristy

Trois Grenades by Henri Matisse

To speak of creativity is to speak of profound intimacy. It is also to speak of our connecting to the divine in us and of our bringing the divine back to the community.
// Matthew Fox

How it works

As a mentor, my ethic is to work from an embodied place, providing guidance that is anchored in my lived experience of the creative life. I support you to navigate through the obstacles with tools I’ve learned over the past two decades of writing, artmaking, and creative self-inquiry, as well as working in publishing and the arts.

My holistic, transpersonal approach draws from various disciplines beyond creativity coaching and mentoring, including depth/Jungian psychology, mythology, therapeutic arts, and somatic awareness.

Together, we create a safe and inspiring container while you nurture your practice and cultivate your creative ideas from seed to fruit.

“I loved working with Cherise.
Her beautiful spirit and gentle energy radiates deep wisdom and knowledge.
She has a genuine interest in getting to know you and has damn good vibes!
If you're looking for a fresh perspective on accessing your creativity, your muse, she's your gal.”

+ Maeri

Tir á l´Arc by Joan Miro

Work of the eyes is done, now
go and do heart-work
on all the images imprisoned within you...
// Rainer Maria Rilke

Sessions

Sessions run for 1hr and are offered online. Each session is person-centred and tailored to your needs, and may include inspiration or creative exercises to explore between appointments.

Single session: $150 AUD

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If you have any questions in the meantime or can't find a suitable time in the calendar, don't hesitate to get in touch via email: [email protected].

"I cannot recommend working with Cherise highly enough!

She was able to bring out talents in me I didn’t even realise that I had! Prior to working with her, I felt completely uninspired, and stuck in both my personal and professional life. But deep down I knew that there were all sorts of ideas, creative abilities, and latent talents within myself, I just didn’t know where or how to start.

Cherise has this innate ability to really get to know you — in a friendly, gracious way. It is not an exaggeration when I say that she changed my path and my outlook on life in such a positive, tremendous fashion. She is truly a modern-day muse.”

+ Nora

about your mentor

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Cherise Lily Nana is a writer, editor, and creative mentor currently based in South-East Asia. Her work accompanies people home to their unique soul-expression, often during times of great change or uncertainty. It is here—between what was and what will be—that we are given the opportunity to cultivate our relationship with the wild stewards of soul, beauty & mystery, and to reach into our deep imagination to uncover the fullest expression of who we are.

Cherise holds a Bachelor of Arts (Art History/Indigenous Studies/Studies of Religion) and a Graduate Diploma in Professional Writing, and has undertaken further studies in Mentoring, Creativity Coaching, Therapeutic Arts, Counselling, and Ritual/Rites of Passage.

Cherise has had essays on the mythic imagination published in Dumbo Feather, Paradiso, and CosmoMuse. She has had poetry published in Clarion Poetry Quarterly, and Five Rivers is her first collection of poetry. She is currently working on a series of oracle decks due in 2026.

Cherise also has over a decade of experience working as an editor in the personal development/spirituality publishing industry, and specialises in oracle/tarot writing, poetry, life writing/teaching memoirs, and personal essays.

You can read more about my training here, and testimonials for my various offerings here.