Thoughtful mentorship, Starting From Wherever You Are
At The Artist’s Ear, we don’t offer cookie-cutter prep. Every student comes with a different voice, skill set, and pace — and our job is to listen. That’s why we begin every journey with a free discovery call, then propose a flexible, custom plan built around your goals.
Whether you're applying to art, design, film, or interdisciplinary creative programs, we’re here to help you think, make, and grow.
What we offer
Our one-on-one mentorship helps students build meaningful, competitive portfolios — from idea to curation — while also supporting essays, interviews, and emotional readiness.
Each session includes guidance on:
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Brainstorming and conceptual development
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Portfolio making (new works + refining existing ones)
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Documentation and presentation of work
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Writing: artist statements, essays, resumes
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Interview prep and confidence building
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School research and application strategy
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Navigating doubt, pressure, and creative burnout
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Each session runs 45–90 minutes, but we also invest time outside of calls reviewing your work, reading your writing, and preparing feedback.
Our Three-Tier Mentorship Plans
We offer flexible packages based on your timeline and depth of support. You can start with one and grow as needed.
Foundation (5 sessions)
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Focused guidance for specific needs
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Project critique, final curation, essay reviews, emergency deadlines
Essence (12 sessions)
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Standard portfolio mentorship
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Conceptual deep dives, new work creation, writing & documentation
Full Practice (25+ sessions)
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Long-term creative growth
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Portfolio building from scratch, intensive ideation, layered support
Need help choosing a plan? We’ll guide you after your first free call
Additional Services
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Emergency Reviews (last-minute deadlines or reviews)
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Post-Acceptance Support (choosing between schools, college readiness)
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Gap-Year Planning (for those taking time off before applying)
Pricing Transparency
We believe mentorship is an investment — in the student’s confidence, clarity, and creative future. Our pricing reflects the deep one-on-one time, feedback hours, and planning that each student receives.
Packages start at ₹3,000 per session.
Discounts available for longer-term packages or referrals.
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Let’s begin with a free discovery call. You’ll walk away with clarity — whether or not you choose to work with us.