MENTORING

Feel an itch to become an artist? To earn money with your creations and ideally quit your day job for a bigger purpose in life? This MENTORING program is for you.

     

Who is this MENTORING for?
o If you want to work in arts without previous experiences
o If you already started taking first steps but now face challenges
o If you want to learn about the practices in a career in arts that actually make profit
o If you want to live a purposeful life and eventually leave your day job

This program is for you if you want to learn more about the wildly intransparent process of working in the field of arts. I've been a professional painter and illustrator for more than 6 years full-time now (2018-2025). I will teach you how to get started, what to focus on, how to get contacts in the art world to have your first exhibition, how to work on your mindset, and generally what has worked for me and what hasn't while going through the process.

Note: there are several ways to get started and many roads that lead to success. I do not claim to have "the one method". I do have extensive experience in this area of work, though. The art market is quite difficult to navigate but I can help you jumpstart your process to live a more fulfilled life in freedom that still earns you money to sustain yourself.

Do I need any experience in arts to participate?
This program focuses on strategy, marketing, branding, sales and the general structure around being a professional artist. It will not improve your creative skill set of art production. If you're looking to take private drawing or painting classes with me, you can. Please reach out specifically.

What can I expect?
MENTORING is meant to give you a hand in navigating the start or intermediate level of your art career. Depending on what you need, you can expect to learn and practice:
o Strategy planning
o Marketing, branding and social media
o How to speak to clients and sell your art
o How to build a base of collectors & a customer journey that is memorable
o Which various income streams you can have with your art
o Networking skills to collaborate with the right people and brands
o Curating your content and exhibitions
o How to get into an art residency
o How to get funding for projects
o How to get gallery representation & what to look out for if you do
o How to get your first exhibition & how to go about it
o How to travel for work in a way that profits your career
o How to do successful PR work & speak in interviews
o How to get into an art fair
o How to keep a strong mindset when things aren't going your way
o & so much more!

The result is a unique path carved out to help you on your journey as a professional in arts.

How do we get started?
We start the MENTORING program by scheduling a 15-30 minutes call or facetime to get to know each other. We find out what you need, and in which ways the program will suit you specifically. We then proceed to agree on the amount of sessions recommended for you to follow through and reach your goals.

How many sessions do I need?
I'm trying to ensure a great experience for you by keeping the schedule tight and productive, so you can get started right away. However, the process of becoming a professional in arts is not linear. You will encounter success quickly, but also meet your own limitations and potentially several setbacks during the process.

It is reasonable to start with 1-2 sessions per week and agree on smaller goals that will bring you more sense of accomplishment than large, long term goals. Ideally, to start, I recommend 12 sessions with the option of extending.

How long is a session?
50mins

Where is the MENTORING hosted?
Online

In which languages is the MENTORING hosted in?
German, English

How much does the MENTORING cost?
€ 110,- per session incl. tax

Materials we develop together are included.
Some theme-specific workbooks might be extra.

Future MENTORING start dates:
09.01.2025
16.01.2025
23.01.2025
06.02.2025
13.02.2025
20.02.2025
06.03.2025
13.03.2025
20.03.2025

How do I apply?
To participate please send me an email or a direct message on Instagram, including a date that works for you to have a first, free of charge introduction call.

To learn more about the creator and host of this MENTORING, see: Kinga Jakabffy