We’re Ärtful. Are You?
I work with people who are ready to grow and evolve doing what they love while taking care of themselves. I love working with people who are focused on making a positive impact on the world and are creating with intention. As an artist myself, I understand that creatives often face unique challenges in terms of growth, and my goal is to provide you with the support and resources you need to succeed with clarity and confidence. I work with people like this to help them stand out and thrive so we co-create, grow, and rise together.
Does this connect with you? If so, I’d love to chat with you. Email hello@theartful.co or book a call so we can talk about where you are and where you want to be.
The Ärtful Manifesto
We are explorers, adventurers, seekers, dreamers, and doers. We are ärtful. We create just for the sake of creating without concern for the outcome. We inspire others through our authentic, unconditional creativity. We are enough. That is all. Nothing more. Nothing less. When we do feel small we reach out for support in whatever form we need so we can go create something awesome — hopefully together. We let the past go. We experience the present in the moment. We create our own future. We enjoy the journey and embrace the detours. We see other ärtfuls. We hear them. We support them and their work. We create a better and more wacky-crazy-wunky-funky world no matter where we go. We are drawing our lives not tracing them. We are painting outside the lines. At the end of our lives, we will ‘skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming “Wow! What a ride!”’.
Anthony Lambatos
“Gabe has a huge heart and a strong desire to help others. He's a great listener and takes time to truly get to know people by asking thoughtful questions and investing time in deep conversation. He is a hard worker, dedicated, and passionate about the work he does!”
Gabe Ratliff
Consultant/Coach
Hi! I’m Gabe Ratliff, the owner of Ärtful – a heart-led consultancy committed to providing consulting and coaching to the creative community, a community that needs it now more than ever. I have over fifteen years of professional experience, over seven years of entrepreneurial experience, and four years of hands-on coaching experience. My mission at Ärtful is to help people ready to grow and evolve, optimize their lives and businesses, unlock their superpowers, and prosper doing what they love.
I am a consultant and coach, with a rich background spanning over a decade in marketing, branding, and creative services, and over two decades in the music industry as a drummer, producer, and deejay and a music buyer, artist manager, and music event producer. I love advising clients on personal and professional development strategies, overcoming their challenges, finding clarity and balance, and supporting them with their growth efforts so they align with your mission, vision, and goals. I have over a decade of experience as a photographer, content creator, and designer. I am an accomplished music promoter, deejay, and artist, co-founding A Shoreline Dream and Drop the Fear, and contributing to the vibrant music scene in Denver, CO. I’ve played Red Rocks Amphitheater twice, have toured the West Coast of the US, deejayed on the coast of Goa, India, and the Esplanade at Burning Man. My academic background includes studies in Photo/Media Arts with a minor in Psychology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, supplemented by certifications in coaching, production, and design.
With over 4 years of practical experience as an advisor and coach, I have a proven track record of helping clients achieve their goals. I help the creative community build aligned careers and balanced lives so they live and work with intention. I’ve created the Ärtful Life Planner to help you define your goals and stay accountable as you Create Your Ärtful Life. If you're a fan of podcasts, you'll love the Ärtful Experience podcast with my friend and colleague, Jude Schweppe, as we provide coaching and consulting to guests on the show, and the Ärtful podcast – a show that features open, candid conversations with guests offering insights into what it takes to Create Your Ärtful Life with joy, fulfillment, and freedom.
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Colorado is a visionary ecosystem connecting diverse individuals across myriad industries. As a state, we strive to be a leader in innovation and creativity. One of the core tenets of leadership is inclusivity, and in holding true to this value, it is time to call out all forms of systemic oppression.
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We stand in solidarity against these injustices and vow to prevent, report, and one day eliminate abusive power inequities. We can only achieve equality, respect, and dignity for all through a conscious effort across our communities.
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