MENTORSHIP
PROGRAM
An intensive 4 week 1-on-1 customized program aimed at helping you achieve your art goals
WEEKLY MEETINGS
I will meet with you online to discuss goals, do live paintovers, and assign work
IMPROVE
Work on studies to better improve your fundamental skills, as well as work on larger pieces from my exclusive IP document
live PAINTOVERS
During our meetings I will do live paintovers to show you new techniques, and to better help you improve.
COLLABORATE
All mentees will be working with the same design document, and have access to the exclusive Discord channel
MASTERY
My program is structured to help you improve in an easy to understand way, quickly and efficiently
WHAT ARTISTS SAY
ALICE THORNBURGH
"I had a fantastic experience with Nik's mentorship program. Nik took the time to get to know me as an artist, and together we defined my weaker areas and the best way to approach them. He assigned a combination of studies and portfolio pieces every week that greatly increased my body of work and zeroed in on what I was struggling with most. Working from the IP he devised was also really fun and challenging! His advice on social media presence and building one's presence online was invaluable as well. I'm really proud of how much I improved from just a month of working with Nik. He's professional, kind, and a great teacher. I highly recommend his program!"
MANISH
PRADHAN
“Nik's mentorship program offered me the opportunity to get a glimpse into the workings of the gaming industry. Each study and assignment was practical and helped me improve my technique and understanding in Art.”
Mckenna
Morrison
“After college, I didn’t quite feel that I was ready for the real world as an artist. I finally landed on Nik Hagialas’ page and found the absolute perfect program. As a teacher, Nik is extremely communicative and attentive. As a person he is equally easy to talk to and fun to learn from. I found that we were able to pack months worth of learning into just a few short weeks, without the feeling of being rushed. His critique was always constructive and his assignments challenging and educational. I feel that this mentorship was exactly what I needed to get started in the industry and I definitely recommend this program to anyone seeking to improve from any level. I’m extremely thankful for his time. If you’re considering this mentorship, definitely go for it c:”
SARAH
SHABAAN
“Nik’s mentorship really pushed me outside of my comfort zone and this allowed me to grow artistically. It also gave me a real idea of what it would be like to work with an art director on a project, which is invaluable to a self-taught artist like myself.”
NICK
PRINZING
“Nik Hagialas' Mentorship is a program I'd strongly recommend to any aspiring concept artist. Nik provided a course that was well organized, informative, and immediately beneficial. By taking the time to discuss our personal goals, Nik was able to create lessons that were targeted and productive. Not only did I improve as an artist, I also enjoyed learning new marketing/networking techniques. I signed up at a very busy time in my life, but it was a worthwhile investment into making my dream job a reality.”
CURRICULUM
START
​INTRODUCTION:
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I tailor your program specifically for you based on our initial video call
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We discuss your goals, strengths / weaknesses, and develop a plan to measure your progress
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Begin reviewing supplemental material (eBook and IP document)
week 1
​CONCEPT ART 1:
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Pick 2 assets to concept from IP document
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3 studies to improve fundamentals
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Begin thumbnailing concepts
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1 Hour video review call
week 2
CONCEPT ART 2:
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3 studies to improve your concepts
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Finalize your concepts
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Begin writing an art resume / cover letter
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1 Hour video review call
week 3
ILLUSTRATION 1:
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Finalize resume / cover letter
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Begin thumbnails for your final illustration
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1 Hour video review call
week 4
ILLUSTRATION 2:
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Finalize illustration
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Discuss strategies for presenting your work
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1 Hour video review call to discuss future goals and strategy