Autumn artistry academy

The Empowered Artist Mentorship

Booked-out but burnt-out?
This is your space to rise.

The Empowered Artist Mentorship is a 1:1 coaching and artistry experience for beauty and wellness pros who are tired of building success that comes at the cost of their peace. Led by a queer Black woman, family and community social service worker-turned-beauty boss, and backed by a 15-person artistry team—this program meets you where you are and guides you into a business that breathes.

  • Built for creatives.
  • Rooted in systems, structure, and soul.
  • Centered on your sustainability.

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Meet Your Mentor!

Meet Theresa

Self-taught beauty artist. Former mental health professional. Six-figure business owner. Queer Black woman.

I'm the founder of Autumn Artistry and your lead mentor inside The Empowered Artist Mentorship. I built my business from the ground up—no blueprint, no shortcuts—while navigating the real challenges of burnout, boundaries, and building with soul.

With 15+ years of experience in mental health and over a decade in the beauty industry, I mentor from a trauma-informed, culturally aware, and business-savvy lens.

You're not just getting strategy—you're getting guidance from someone who understands the emotional, cultural, and entrepreneurial weight you carry.

I'm here to help you heal your hustle, structure your systems, and lead with ease—without losing your magic along the way.

Meet Your Educators + Instructors

Your artistry deserves world-class support.

When you join The Empowered Artist Mentorship, you don't just learn from me—you gain access to an entire team of seasoned beauty professionals, ready to help you elevate your skills.

Our collective of 10+ educators includes experts in:

  • Bridal and editorial makeup artistry

  • Hairstyling for all hair types and textures

  • Content creation, branding, and portfolio building

  • Photography, lighting, and client-facing presentation

  • Business backend strategy and client experience

Each educator is an active, working professional with years—often decades—of experience in their craft. Whether you're refining a signature look, learning new technical skills, or upgrading your brand image, our instructors are here to guide you, hands-on and heart-forward.

Because your artistry deserves more than inspiration—it deserves mastery.

Tina

Jay

Fresh

Lead Hairstylist 
Specializes in: Textured Hair, Modern Updos & Effortless Styling
8+ years creating styles that celebrate natural beauty.

Lead Makeup Artist
Specializes in: Signature Glam, Soft Sculpt,  & Luxe Bridal Looks
12+ years crafting elevated, camera-ready beauty transformations.

Lead Makeup Artist
Specializes in: Bridal Glow,  Editorial Skin , &  Flawless Complexion
12+ years in artistry, specializing in enhancing natural beauty.

You’re a beauty or wellness professional (makeup artist, hairstylist, esthetician, lash tech, therapist, or coach) who:

Who This is For?

Is in year 3–5 of business and nearing (or past) six figures

Is booked out—but completely burnt out

Craves structure, systems, and breathing room

Wants to keep growing without giving up your peace or your power

Values mentorship that’s trauma-informed, inclusive, and real AF

You're not looking for another masterclass or recycled PDF.You want support from someone who actually gets it—and a team who can help you skill up while you slow down.

What You’ll Receive

Business Mentorship with Theresa

  • 1:1 coaching sessions tailored to your business

  • Audit of your systems, pricing, and burnout triggers

  • Guidance on client boundaries, backend setup, and emotional clarity

  • Trauma-informed mentorship rooted in 15+ years in mental health

This mentorship blends personal coaching with artistry education:


In-Person Training with Our Expert Team

  • Hands-on artistry lessons for makeup, hair, or branding

  • Real-time feedback and shadowing opportunities

  • Led by a 10+ person collective with decades of experience

A Business That Breathes

  • Workflows, automations, and boundaries that give you your life back

  • Personalized tools to help you grow without grinding

  • Emotional clarity to support both your vision and your nervous system

Apply now! 

Choose Your Mentorship Experience

Rediscover your clarity.

$2,000

UNBOUND

  • 4 weeks of coaching + 1 artistry session
  • Business audit + burnout recovery map
  • Systems starter pack + Whatsapp support

Reclaim your rhythm.

$3,500

Restored 

  • 8 weeks of coaching
  • 2 in-person artistry refreshers
  • Automation setup, leadership coaching, and planning tools

Lead with legacy.

$5,500

 Return

  • 12 weeks of mentorship + 4 artistry intensives
  • Hiring support, SOPs, and boundary-building tools
  • Extended support + quarterly planning
The Artist’s Backstage Bundle – $850 Includes branding photoshoot with Ariana del Mundo, bio edit, and mini brand audit.

The Digital Glow-Up - $1,225 A custom, strategic website built in 7 days—made for beauty and wellness pros ready to show up and stand out online.


Bonus add-onS

Kind Words

FROM PAST SUCCESS STORIES

I knew I wasn’t just getting mentorship—I was stepping into a space rooted in authenticity, experience, and real support.

Theresa saw the vision for JAYROOTS Wellness before it was fully formed and guided me every step of the way. She helped me launch my entire brand from scratch—from structuring my offers and refining my messaging to building my Squarespace site, setting up email workflows, and creating visuals that actually reflect my story and purpose. She even helped name my programs and pull together branding that feels like me—not a template.

This isn’t your average “boss babe” coaching. Theresa brings 15+ years of experience in social work and a decade in the beauty industry to her mentorship, and you feel that depth in every session. Her approach is patient but firm, creative but grounded, and always focused on sustainable growth, not burnout.

If you’re a beauty or wellness pro—especially a creative of colour—trying to build something with heart and systems that don’t crumble when life gets lifing, Autumn Artistry Academy is it. I’m walking away with clarity, confidence, and a brand that books.

Forever grateful

- JAY, FOUNDER OF JayRoots Wellness

Why This is Different

Most business coaches teach from the outside in.

This mentorship meets you at the intersection of your artistry, your identity, and your nervous system.

I’m not here to give you a script—I'm here to help you rewrite your story. One that honours your creativity, your capacity, and your culture.

And with a 10+person team supporting your in-person skills? You're not just investing in my expertise. You're stepping into a circle of legacy.

Ready to Apply?

If your gut said yes more than once while reading this, it’s time.

1:1 support. Real systems. No fluff.

 Let’s rebuild your business—your way.


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