Pao Saenz Mentorship Group 1124

Pao Saenz’s Mentorship for Emerging Artists

Develop your artistic voice, portfolio, and art business through live small-group mentorship with contemporary public artist Pao Saenz. Open to all media.

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What you will learn in this mentorship

• This group is for emerging and mid-career artists who are ready to take their work beyond the studio and into the world. Whether your goal is to exhibit in galleries, paint murals, secure commissions, develop immersive art installations, or build a recognizable personal brand, we’ll work together on both the creative and business sides of becoming a professional artist.
• Drawing from my experience as an international exhibiting artist, muralist, public artist, and entrepreneur, I’ll help members strengthen their artistic voice while also sharing the tools needed to navigate the industry with confidence. We’ll discuss portfolio development, pricing, client communication, proposals, exhibitions, public art opportunities, marketing, and creative problem-solving, all within a collaborative environment where artists support one another, grow together, and leave feeling motivated to take the next step in their careers.

Mentorship Focus

1. Under my mentorship, you will learn how to develop a unique artistic voice that reflects who you are, helping your work stand out in an increasingly competitive art world.
2. Under my mentorship, you will learn how to build a sustainable art career by pricing your work with confidence, attracting commissions, and identifying opportunities that align with your goals.
3. Under my mentorship, you will learn how to confidently approach galleries, exhibitions, public art opportunities, and clients with a professional portfolio and clear strategy.
4. Under my mentorship, you will learn how to overcome self-doubt, creative blocks, and fear of failure so you can create consistently and confidently.
5. Under my mentorship, you will learn practical strategies for turning your passion into a thriving creative business while staying authentic to your artistic vision.

How This Mentorship Works

• Live online small-group mentorship
• Monthly two-hour session with your mentor where you’ll receive feedback, teaching, and personal support from your mentor
• Mentor assigns homework so you can practice the skills you’re learning and get feedback on your results
• Meet mid-month with your group for informal connection
• Private group chat between sessions
• Join weekly live events with the Mastrius community