Art college apps dont have to be a
mess of paint, panic and PDF's.
The Artist's Ear (TAE) helps creative students develop exceptional art & design portfolios that stand out—not just for how they look, but for how they think.
We mentor artists, designers, and thinkers of all kinds for top schools worldwide.
Welcome to
the artist's ear!
Found by Artists. Built for Creatives
We’re not your typical admissions consultants. We work with young artists, designers, and creative thinkers to help them build portfolios and write applications that feel like them. No cookie-cutter formulas. Just clarity, care, and creative rigor.
how we work
What we offer
Tailored Mentorship. Transparent Pricing.
No two students are alike — and neither is our approach.
We begin with a free discovery call to understand your goals, creative style, and school interests.
From there, we build a mentorship plan that’s just right for you.
Our Services
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Art & design portfolio development
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Conceptualizing, Brainstorming, and Ideation
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School shortlisting & research
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Essays, interviews, and recommendations
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Visual + written storytelling
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Emergency reviews and post-admit support
wHO WE ARE
The Artist’s Ear is a quiet, focused space where your art is not just seen — it’s heard.
Founded by artist and writer Madhulika Mohan, this platform was born from her college application experience. She knows first hand how vital it is to have someone who sees your potential, helps you shape it, and walks with you through the unknowns.
We offer thoughtful one-on-one mentorship for students applying to top art and design schools across the world. Whether you're building your portfolio, crafting your artist statement, or trying to figure out where you belong, we meet you where you are.
At The Artist’s Ear, we don’t just prepare applications. We help you tune into your voice, sharpen your vision, and arrive ready. Because admissions is just the beginning.
Why CHOOSE US?
We’re not a consultancy. We’re a studio for future artists.
Artist-Led
Mentorship
Every mentor is a practicing artist or designer.
Deeply
Personal
No shortcuts. No copy-paste portfolios. Just thoughtful collaboration.
Think-based
Approach
Our mentorship is about ideas, not checklists
You, Fully
Reflected
Our goal isn’t just admission. It’s transformation.
Real Stories. Real Results.
“I was struggling with my MA portfolio.
TAE helped me rebuild it from the ground up.
My RCA interview felt like a conversation about ideas, not a test.”
Muskaan, MFA Jewelry Design at RCA
