1-on-1 mentorship
for character design and illustration
The fastest way to grow is with professional feedback. Leveraging my 25 years of experience in the animation industry, I’ll help you target your weak spots and elevate your art. Choose a single feedback session or ongoing mentorship to steadily build your skills.
Choose your way to level up
To ensure the highest quality of guidance, placement in my mentorship program is based on a pre-selection process. I offer three distinct plans tailored to different goals. Simply apply below by sharing your objectives and a link to your work. I will personally review your portfolio to ensure we are a perfect match, and then get back to you to schedule our 1-on-1 Zoom call. During this personalized session, I will provide tailor-made feedback on your work and answer all your questions.
After the meeting you will receive a copy of the recording and if applicable the PSD files of the drawovers.
Portfolio Kickstart
30 MINUTES ZOOM MEETING
Book a portfolio review to get an expert, second pair of eyes on your designs. Together, we will map out your strengths and look at how to refine your presentation, leaving you with tailored feedback and clear next steps to confidently advance your work.
$79
$100
Deep dive session
60 MINUTES ZOOM MEETING
We will focus entirely on your current project or designs. I will analyze your work, provide comprehensive feedback, and share fresh perspectives to elevate your creative process. You will walk away with a clear vision and concrete next steps to take your project to the next level.
$159
$200
Growth journey
6 X 60 MINUTES ZOOM MEETING
Apply below by sharing your goals and portfolio. Once approved, we will schedule your series of six 1-on-1 Zoom sessions. The big advantage of this track is continuity: it allows me to actively guide your creative process over time, keep you accountable, and ensure lasting progress.
$899
$1000
Student Success Stories
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"Wouter is a great mentor. He is incredibly knowledgeable and truly knows his craft. I’ve even had fellow artists tell me they noticed a difference in my work after a few mentoring sessions. I definitely plan on booking more sessions with Wouter in the future."
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- JESSICA CLARK - CHILDRENS' BOOK ILLUSTRATOR
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" I found Wouter to be an exceptional teacher. I especially appreciated how he could break down complex ideas into something practical and approachable without overwhelming detail. I’m very grateful for the time I trained with him and the clarity he brought to the learning process."
- VANDA SZABADOS - FREELANCE ILLUSTRATOR
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Wouter's love for drawing is what makes this mentorship infectious, he can make anything fun and a challenge, instead of something daunting.
- Rachelle slingerland - FREELANCE ILLUSTRATOR