Our Services

Explore our range of services designed to help you move forward with confidence, wherever you're headed next.

  • For students with work in hand who need sharp, honest feedback.

    Best for: Seniors who already have a body of work and want to make sure it's putting their best foot forward before submission.

    Includes:

    • 30-min kickoff call to understand your target schools and majors

    • Three 1-hour portfolio review sessions (curation, gaps, presentation order)

    • Written feedback summary after each session

    • One final "pre-submission" check on your polished portfolio

    Timeline: 3–6 weeks Price: $175

  • Portfolio, essay, and school list — the full application, covered.

    Best for: Juniors or seniors who want guided support across every piece of the application without open-ended hourly work.

    Includes:

    • Everything in Portfolio Polish (kickoff + 3 portfolio sessions + final check)

    • Personalized school list (30-min chat + curated list of 8–12 schools matched to your interests, budget, and goals)

    • Essay support: 1 outlining session + 1 read-and-review on your personal statement

    • One 30-min mid-point check-in to keep you on pace

    Timeline: 2–3 months

    Price: $425

    (Save $95 compared to a la cart options)

  • End-to-end support from "where do I start?" to submit.

    Best for: Students who want a coach beside them for the full application cycle, especially those applying to multiple schools across countries or juggling tight timelines.

    Includes:

    • Everything in Application Essentials

    • Interest discovery & career coaching session (before locking in schools/majors)

    • Unlimited portfolio reviews throughout the engagement (scheduled as needed)

    • Full essay support: outlining + ongoing review across multiple drafts and up to 3 supplementals

    • Deadline & submission tracking (shared document — what's due, when, for which school)

    • Weekly or biweekly check-ins during application crunch

    • Final portfolio + essay sign-off before each submission

    Timeline: 4–9 months (typical: June–January for fall enrollment)

    Price: $1,195

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Portfolio Review

  • Receive feedback on individual pieces, overall presentation, and areas of improvement. This will answer questions like, “am I showcasing the right projects?”, “should I include more life drawing?”, and “how can i make my portfolio stronger?”

    1 hr, $75

  • A double review includes two meeting to discuss your portfolio. Feedback is provided similar to the single review and is followed by a second meeting to further perfect your portfolio.

    This is best for students who do not have a large portfolio and are looking to grow their practice.

    2 hours, $130

  • Students will receive ample feedback on their portfolios across three review sessions. Beyond immediate feedback, students can be assigned projects to specifically target missing content in their portfolios.

    This is best for students who do not have a significant portfolio and are interested in growing it, however any student with enough time will benefit.

    3 hours, $180

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Essay Review

  • Students will receive thorough edits on a provided essay or personal statement with art in mind. This means the writing will be tailored to what an art admissions officer is familiar with and how to best articulate your thoughts. This will include notes on thesis, organization, and grammar to best meet the prompt(s).

    Annotations on 1 essay and 40 minute review meeting $75

  • Not sure where to start on your personal statement or essay? Together, we can brainstorm and outline your essay to put your best (writing) foot forward.

    Students will come out with a list of ideas and personalized essay outlines.

    1 hour, $75

  • Wherever you are, we can work together to get a polished essay completed before your submission deadline.

    This is best for students who are unfamiliar with artist statements and would like guidance along the whole journey.

    Reoccurring sessions TBD, $70/hour

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School Research

  • There are a lot more creative careers than most people realize. What’s a production designer? Can you turn your cosplay interest into national ballet costume designing? Interested in making the next waterproof fabric for outdoor gear?

    Students will receive 1:1 help to discuss their interests, potential career fits, and finding some schools that may be best for them.

    1 hr/$60

  • Students will receive a personalized list of recommended schools to apply to. This will include notes on programs, facilities, tuition, and resources.

    This is best for students who know what kind of major they want to pursue but aren’t sure where to apply to.

    30 minute chat and list/ $85

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FAQs

  • Yes! I tailor support depending on your interests—whether you're applying for graphic design, animation, illustration, architecture, fashion design, or other programs. I will consider all of your interests, budgets, and career goals.

  • No problem! I can work with you to build a competitive portfolio from the ground up. I will provide prompts, help with pacing, and set deadlines for competition.

  • No, but I will guide you through brainstorming, drafting, and editing your essays to best address your prompts. I want to ensure authenticity in each student’s voice.

  • Absolutely! I have experience helping students from various countries apply to top programs in the U.S., U.K., and Canada.

  • No problem! We can explore different fields together and find programs in line with your unique interests, skill level, budget, and career goals. I can also find schools with flexible first-year programs or exploratory tracks to keep your options open.

  • Generally, the earlier, the better, but most students start preparing 6–12 months before their application deadlines to allow time for portfolio and essay development.
    If you are a bit behind, that’s okay! Rush packages may be available depending on the time of year.

  • I don't currently offer flexible payment plans, but I'm happy to assess your situation and create a customized plan for success. Discounts may be offered for students with demonstrated need.

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College applications are daunting, including never-ending research, preparation, and decision-making.

Unsure of where to start? Let’s chat and find out. I am here to help with art school portfolios, essays, and research.


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University of the Arts London

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University of Southern California • UC Berkeley • UCLA • Royal College of Art • University of the Arts London Sheridan UBC

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