Xia Taptara

One on One Art Mentorship course 2026 (4 weeks course)

1-on-1 Mentorship

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  • Pre-Session Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation email, reminder, and private meeting link at least 2 days before each scheduled live session.

  • Prep Material & Video Lessons: 1 to 2 tailored video feedback and lessons (approximately 1+ hour of instruction) and your weekly assignment prompt will be provided one week in advance, giving you ample time to prepare.

  • Assignment Submissions: Completed assignments must be submitted at least 48 hours before your live session begins.

  • Live 1-on-1 Feedback: Each week includes a dedicated 30+ minute live critique and paintover session.

  • Session Recordings & Iteration: All live calls are recorded so you can review the feedback, iterate on your paintover notes, and build momentum into the following week.

  • Program Length: Runs across 4 consecutive weekly sessions based on your selected enrollment track.

Testimonials and Mentorship Reviews

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"Over the years, I have purchased a ton of videos and a ton of books, but there is nothing like having a skilled and experienced mentor to review your work and give you an informed opinion on what you need to build up your skills. Xia is a GREAT teacher and I’ve made massive improvements in a very short period of time. If you’re serious about your artwork, you owe it to yourself to give the mentorship a try. I’m really glad I did. I wish I had done this years earlier!!!"

Reg

"Xia identifies weaknesses in your portfolio, and gives exercises that address those weaknesses so that you’re not spending time practising things you’re already familiar with. It’s also dynamic, where he’ll change the assignments you should work on based on whether you’re struggling with them or kicking butt. It’s a very dynamic relationship that I feel cannot be found in the many preset, impersonal, cookie-cutter courses elsewhere online and at art schools."

Jonathan Hau-Yoon (Game Artist)

"I love the video tutorials and I also found the mentorship definitely worth it! I learned so much from it. The lessons, exercises and advice from one on one sessions are so valuable! As a teacher Xia is very thorough and he really wants to help improve my skills in digital painting. He’s also very patient. I didn’t know what to expect coming into the mentorship but the things he brought into the sessions exceeded any expectations I could’ve imagined. I was learning things the whole time. I highly recommend it!!"

Jon Schear

1-on-1 Digital Art Mentorship

Take your artwork to a commercial standard with personalized, direct instruction. Each mentorship is custom-tailored to your specific goals—whether you want to break into character design, creature illustration, or environment concept art. What the Mentorship Includes

  • Personalized Curriculum: Every session and assignment is built around your individual needs and the exact areas you want to improve.

  • Skill & Portfolio Assessment: We begin with a deep dive into your current portfolio to diagnose your strengths, identify key weaknesses, and outline a roadmap for your art goals.

  • Targeted Weekly Assignments: Receive practical homework matched directly to your current skill level to ensure measurable, consistent week-over-week progress.

  • Live 1-on-1 Feedback: Dedicated live paint-overs and critique sessions to guide your technique in real time.

  • Flexible Scheduling: Sessions are booked around your schedule to easily accommodate different time zones and busy workweeks.

    How to Register

    1. Click the button below to reserve your spot and complete your payment.

    2. Once registration is confirmed, you will be contacted within 24 hours with access details, preparation materials, and scheduling instructions.

    Questions before enrolling? Feel free to reach out directly at xia@TheArtClasses.com.

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