Creative Mentorship & Coaching with Deena So’Oteh

Real-world guidance from an award-winning illustrator and educator

Whether you’re a high school student preparing your portfolio, a college grad finding your voice, or a working creative in transition—mentorship can help you sharpen your work, clarify your direction, and build a creative life with purpose.

Who I Work With

• High school students applying to art school or pre-college programs

• Emerging illustrators navigating their first freelance steps

• Artists shifting careers or reigniting their creative practice

• Anyone seeking thoughtful creative direction from a working professional

What I Offer:

Student Portfolio Review
1 Hour Zoom

A one-on-one session where we’ll review your portfolio, talk about your goals for art school and beyond, and map out clear next steps to make your work stronger, more focused, and more personal.

After our session, you'll receive a follow-up email with notes, insights, and 1–2 creative prompts to help you keep building your portfolio with confidence.

Portfolio Review For Early/Mid-Career Illustrators
1 Hour Zoom

An in-depth one-on-one session where we’ll review your current portfolio, discuss your creative and professional goals, and map out concrete steps to refine your work and align it more closely with your vision.

After the session, you'll receive a follow-up email with personalized notes, insights, and 1–2 creative prompts to support your next phase of growth.

Mini Mentorship (for high school or college)
3 Sessions over 6–8 Weeks

Build a stronger, more focused portfolio—and grow your creative confidence along the way.

Over three private sessions, we’ll work together to develop your ideas, shape your portfolio structure, and strengthen your artistic voice.

Designed for high school and college students, this mentorship includes personalized feedback, supportive guidance, and email check-ins between meetings to keep you moving forward.

Illustrator’s Dive In: Industry Mentorship
4 Sessions 1 Month

Build a creative career with more clarity, focus, and direction.

Over four private sessions, we’ll work together to review your portfolio, sharpen your positioning, strengthen your self-promotion strategies, and map out a personalized plan for your next phase of growth.

Designed for early- and mid-career illustrators who are building, recalibrating, or evolving their professional path.

Illustrator’s Bloom: Industry Mentorship
12 Sessions 3 Months

A high-touch mentorship for illustrators ready to grow with purpose.

Across 12 private sessions, we’ll refine your portfolio, clarify your voice, and develop a custom roadmap to support your next big leap—whether you’re breaking in, shifting direction, or building toward something more sustainable.

Ideal for early- to mid-career illustrators seeking focused support, creative momentum, and long-term clarity.