Mentoring 

with Nina Hunter

With an MFA from the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk and over 15 years of experience spanning branding, design, and fine art, Nina Hunter brings a rare dual perspective. This programme is designed for artists who are serious about positioning themselves within the wider art world and are ready to be challenged.

For those seeking to move beyond skill into a professional practice, the mentoring programme offers a deeper engagement with both the life and business of an artist.

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The Atelier Mentorship

This advanced programme is designed for painters seeking to deepen both their technical command of acrylic painting and their understanding of professional practice within the contemporary art market.

Painting & Professional Practice

12-Week
Sunday 12th April – 28th June (Please note the class on the 3rd of May will take place on the 4th of May due to Saltaire Arts Trail)

4:30 - 7:30 pm

Max 5 people

Cost: £350 (6 weeks); £600 (12 weeks)

Mentor: Nina Hunter

Across 12 weeks of studio teaching, participants will engage with classical subjects: still life, portrait, and drapery, each explored over two consecutive three-hour sessions.

In addition, this mentorship programme offers a more expansive insight into the life and practice of a professional painter. Drawing on her background in branding and design, alongside her experience as both a gallerist and exhibiting artist, Nina Hunter will guide students in shaping a coherent artistic identity and positioning their work within the contemporary market.

The programme includes individual critique sessions and portfolio reviews, providing focused, practical guidance tailored to each participant’s direction and ambitions.

Mentorship Outline:

  • Key aspects of professional artistic practice

  • The development of a recognisable visual language

  • Creating a cohesive body of work

  • Positioning and Marketing Strategy

  • Attracting Collectors

Sessions also address pricing, presentation, and cultivating a refined public presence, alongside guidance on approaching galleries and building a sustainable practice.

  • Nina's guidance helped me see what my work was missing and how to develop my own voice. I’m now creating with clarity, confidence, and intention.

    Natalie W.

  • “This mentoring program transformed the way I approach my art, helping me find my voice and take confident steps toward growth.”

    Matthew M.

If you’re interested in applying for this mentoring program, please take a few moments to answer the questions below. Your responses will help us understand your goals, commitment, and what you hope to gain from the mentorship.

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