Mentorship with Zin Lim

Private Mentorship

with
Zin Lim

For artists seeking mastery — not just technique, but vision

Overview

The Zin Lim Private Mentorship is a personalized program designed for artists who wish to refine their technique, develop compositional mastery, and strengthen their artistic voice.
Unlike conventional art classes, this mentorship provides a one-on-one, holistic approach — focusing not only on “how to draw,” but on “how to think, see, and build as an artist.”

Why This Mentorship

1. Technique

From the precision of Realism to the freedom of Impressionism and Expressionism — Zin’s teaching bridges traditional and contemporary approaches.
He helps each mentee identify their stylistic direction and equips them with the exact technical tools needed to evolve their craft.

2. Composition

Great musicians don’t just play — they compose.
Likewise, great painters must understand composition deeply.
As a long-time researcher of visual composition, Zin teaches how to place and balance visual elements so that every stroke contributes to the harmony and rhythm of the whole painting.

3. Concept

Zin guides artists to translate their inner world — ideas, emotions, and philosophies — into clear visual form.
He helps mentees organize scattered fragments of thought into a coherent, meaningful direction.
This process has empowered many of his students at universities and international workshops to find their authentic artistic voice.

4. Real Transformation

This mentorship is designed for real, measurable progress.
Through a structured yet flexible roadmap, mentees experience a clear leap in drawing and painting skills — customized to their goals, lifestyle, and creative needs.

Structure & Duration

Duration: 3 and 6 months
Format: Zoom sessions + recorded critiques + unlimited Q&A
Personalized assignments and feedback
Portfolio and roadmap review at the beginning and the end

Who It’s For

Artists seeking focused, personalized mentorship
Intermediate to advanced students aiming for professional development
Those who want to combine realism, impressionism, and expressive abstraction
Artists preparing for exhibitions, portfolios, or career transitions

Enrollment

Email communication or Schedule an introductory Zoom call
Sign the Mentorship Agreement
Complete payment (Wise / Bank Transfer / Installment Plan)
Submit the questionnaire and 10 portfolio images

About Your Mentor

“My goal is not to make you paint like me — but to help you paint like yourself, at your best.”

— Zin Lim

Born in Seoul, South Korea.
BFA study: Environmental design at Hong Ik University in Seoul.
MFA study: Fine Art at Academy of Art University in San Francisco, USA.
College teaching: 12 years at Graduate School of Fine Art & Illustration, Academy of Art University in San Francisco, USA.
Workshop teaching: 100+ workshops in 50+ cities across the globe.
Exhibitions: 5 solos, 60+ group shows represented at 12 galleries in the USA.
Awards: 6 Best of shows at US national and international competitions.

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Pricing & Enrollment

Choose the plan that fits your pace of growth.

🔸 3-Month Mentorship

USD 2,400

Intensive and focused mentorship for artists who want to sharpen their skills and clarify their artistic direction in a short period of time.

Includes:

6+ hours of live Zoom sessions (recorded)
Up to 2 online critiques per month
Unlimited email Q&A (weekly response guaranteed)
Personalized assignments & feedback
Final portfolio and roadmap review

Recommended for:
Artists who want concentrated progress and immediate artistic upgrades.

🔸 6-Month Mentorship

USD 4,200

A full-cycle mentorship designed to transform not only your technique, but also your creative process, vision, and confidence as an artist.

Includes:

12+ hours of live Zoom sessions (recorded)
Monthly online critiques and progress reviews
Unlimited email Q&A and continuous support
Personalized roadmap and assignment feedback
Final comprehensive portfolio review

Recommended for:
Artists aiming for deep, consistent growth and long-term creative development.

🔸 Installment Options (via Wix)

For those who prefer flexible payments.

3-Month Plan: USD 850 × 3

6-Month Plan: USD 750 × 6

(Processing fees included)

🔸 Payment Methods

Wise: @jinsungl3
Bank Transfer: (details provided upon request)
Installment Plan: (link sent upon request)

🔸 Note

The program officially begins once both the signed mentorship agreement and payment are confirmed.

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