Each path to art excellence need not be solitary; we're here to guide and support you.

Bill Perkins, a well-renowned artist with 35 years of experience in the animation and film industry, brings his expertise from working with Disney, Netflix, and Marvel to our Coaching program.

NMA Coaching provides students with the guidance and support they need to excel in their artistic pursuits. Through one-on-one sessions, portfolio analysis, career development, and studio practice enhancement, we empower artists to reach their goals. Join our program to receive expert insights, feedback, and access to a supportive artistic community, and elevate your skills, refine your portfolio, and advance your artistic career. This extension of NMA focuses on personalized guidance on your art journey. Join us to unlock your full potential and elevate your learning.

Meet Your Coaches

  • Bill Perkins

    During the last 35 years Bill has worked in the animation and film industry on over 42 films, including hits such as Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Iron Giant, and more.

  • Catherine Bobkoski

    Fine Artist specializing in still life and figurative artwork. Her expertise on the fundamentals and how to apply them to more advanced work will help artists of any level.

  • Charles Hu

    Charles Hu is a figure painter and notable art instructor. In 2007, he co-founded his own fine art school, 3Kicks Fine Art Studio in Pasadena, California.

  • Kiley Ames

    Kiley Ames lives and works in Los Angeles and Oakland, CA. She is a fine artist specializing in portraiture and is trained deeply in the fundamentals.

  • Britt Snyder

    Britt Snyder is a figurative painter currently showing through DK Gallery in Marietta, GA and Robert Lange Studios in Charlottesville, NC.

  • Joshua Jacobo

    Fine artist and sculptor specializing in marble sculpting. His sessions provide a structured plan for your growth as an artist.

  • Patrick J Jones

    Patrick J. Jones is an award winning artist, author and teacher. He specializes in fantasy art and figurative drawing and painting.

  • Renae Wang

    Renae Wang is a California-based artist working in oil. Her work is characterized by vibrant colors under artificial lights and immersive compositions with first-person points-of-view.

  • Laura Sonnek

    Laura Sonnek is a rural Minnesota native, happily transplanted in sunny California. She is a fine artist specializing in portraiture and figurative artwork.

  • Diego Lucia

    Diego Lucia is a highly skilled and experienced drawing teacher specializing in training artists and animators for the entertainment industry.

  • Marian Littlejohn

    Marian Littlejohn is an award-winning artist, educator and an active member of the NMA community.

Testimonials

  • "Very positive experience in general. The community is friendly and helpful and the coaches have a very positive attitude to help bring you up."

    Hugo Boleto

  • “Group Coaching with Joshua made me do things I was hesitant and fearful of doing, he made me dig the truth that was inside of me about art and drawing.”

    Hussein Al-Hassan

  • “Group Coaching is easily one of the best investments I’ve made on my art journey.”

    Dylan Dixon

  • “The NMA Group Coaching programme has helped me clarify my artistic goals and the steps needed to achieve them.”

    Jack Paulssen

  • “My experiences with Group Coaching has been nothing but awesome…the Coaches are really helpful and great at giving feedback.”

    Alex Sturge

  • “Group Coaching has been an absolute game changer in my learning. Before I joined group coaching, I felt very unsure of myself and my learning.”

    Alicia Copeland

  • “Before I found NMA, I struggled with making progress in my skills, and lacked the knowledge to study art effectively.”

    Evynne

  • “The feedback and direction provided by Coaches are indispensable part of my learning process.”

    Gordon Knezic

  • “My experience with Group Coaching have been astounding. The coaches are able to identify problems even you didn't see or feel in your process.”

    Samantha Pereira

  • “The NMA Group Coaching programme has helped me clarify my artistic goals and the steps needed to achieve them.”

    Jack Paulssen

  • “My experience with Group Coaching has been. Amazing. I've improved A lot since joining in a very short amount of time.”

    Marquis Delaine

Membership FAQs

  • Click here to learn how the Coaching Program works.

  • No portfolio? No problem! We will help you craft a portfolio for success.

    For those who already have a portfolio, your coach will evaluate it during your first session, providing initial feedback to set the direction for your growth. As you progress, your coach will continue to critique and guide the development of your portfolio, aligning with your evolving artistic goals.

    If you do not have a portfolio at the start, don't worry. After six months of engagement in our program, we will assist you in establishing one. This process will include incorporating work completed in the last six months as well as any prior relevant work. For those who already possess a portfolio, this six-month mark will be an opportunity to refine it further, integrating new work and insights gained from the program.

    Typically, your portfolio undergoes an initial review during your first coaching session, followed by subsequent reviews every six months. This structured approach ensures that your portfolio accurately reflects your artistic journey and showcases your skills and development effectively.

  • Your student Coordinator will work to match you with the best available Coach for your needs. If you are unsatisfied with your assigned Coach, reassignments are possible, but not always available.

  • Meet the NMA Coach Team— Click Here

  • All our coaching sessions are conducted virtually using Google Meet. This platform enables us to provide a flexible and accessible coaching experience, no matter where you are located. With Google Meet, you can easily join sessions from the comfort of your home or studio, ensuring a convenient and consistent coaching experience. You will receive a link for each session, which you can use to connect with your coach at the scheduled time.

  • No, it is not a requirement to be enrolled at New Masters Academy to sign up for our Coaching Plans. While we recommend being enrolled in NMA for a more integrated learning experience, we understand that every artist's journey is unique. If you choose not to enroll in NMA, that's completely okay. Our team is committed to creating a customized plan tailored specifically to your individual needs and artistic goals. Whether you are a part of the broader NMA curriculum or not, we ensure that your coaching experience is personalized, effective, and aligned with your personal artistic aspirations.

  • Absolutely! Our Coaching Program, which includes Master Mentorship sessions, Group sessions, and access to our community chat, is tailored to offer you a comprehensive amount of coaching time. However, we understand that you might sometimes feel the need for additional one-on-one time with your coach. To accommodate this, we offer the option to purchase an ‘Artistic Consultation’ session. This session provides an extra hour with your coach, allowing for more in-depth guidance and personalized feedback. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity if you feel it would benefit your artistic development.