Inside Our Art Mentor Programs | Leah Justyce Art Gallery

Inside the Leah Justyce Art Gallery Art Mentor Programs: More Than Just an Art Class

At Leah Justyce Art Gallery, we don’t run art classes — we build artists.
Our Art Mentor Programs are designed to give people with disabilities the skills, confidence, and opportunities to grow as artists and creative professionals. This isn’t about simply learning to paint or draw — it’s about discovering your creative potential, developing a sense of independence, and gaining the tools to turn your creativity into something meaningful.

🎨 What’s Included in Our Art Mentor Programs

When you or your participant joins the Leah Justyce Art Gallery Art Mentor Program, you’re not just paying for an art session — you’re investing in professional mentoring, personalised learning, and creative growth.

Each program includes:

1. One-on-One or Small Group Mentoring

Every participant works with a professional artist mentor — not a teacher or therapist — who tailors the sessions to their individual skills, interests, and goals. Whether someone dreams of becoming a painter, illustrator, photographer, or circus performer, our mentors nurture that vision with structured, personalised guidance.

2. Skill-Building and Technique Development

From drawing and painting to digital art, sculpture, or fine art photography, participants learn hands-on techniques that build creative ability and artistic confidence. Mentors focus on real-world skills that can lead to exhibitions, commissions, or creative careers.

3. Creative Business Education

Unlike typical art classes, our programs include practical industry knowledge — how to price artwork, build an artist portfolio, create an online presence, and explore opportunities to sell or exhibit art. We help participants understand how the art world works and how to succeed within it.

4. Confidence and Personal Development

Art mentoring isn’t just about creativity — it’s about empowerment. Participants gain confidence, self-belief, and communication skills that carry into every part of their lives. They learn how to make decisions, express ideas, and see themselves as capable, talented individuals.

5. NDIS-Aligned Support

Our programs align with NDIS Capacity Building and Core Supports, making them accessible and beneficial for NDIS participants who want to grow creatively while developing employment and life skills. We provide documentation and session summaries to support NDIS goals and outcomes.

🌟 Why It’s Not Just Another Art Class

Most art classes focus on the activity — painting a picture, learning a technique, or following a project. Our Art Mentor Programs go deeper. They are about transformation.

Participants aren’t just creating art; they’re creating a pathway. They’re guided by artists who have walked the same road — professionals who understand the creative industry, the challenges, and the possibilities.

This is mentorship, not instruction. Every session is part of a bigger journey toward artistic independence and inclusion in the wider creative community.

💬 What Participants Are Really Paying For

When you pay for the Leah Justyce Art Gallery Art Mentor Program, you’re paying for:

• Professional mentorship from experienced artists

• Tailored skill development suited to individual goals

• Creative and business education for real-world growth

• NDIS-aligned documentation and outcomes

• Ongoing guidance, encouragement, and feedback

• A safe, inclusive, and inspiring creative environment

It’s not just about art — it’s about building the foundation for a fulfilling, expressive, and purposeful life through creativity.

✨ Creating Opportunities, One Artist at a Time

Our programs are reshaping how people with disabilities engage with the arts — moving from participation to empowerment, and from expression to employment.

At Leah Justyce Art Gallery, we don’t see limitations; we see potential. Every session is a step toward confidence, community, and creative independence.

👉 Learn more about joining our Art Mentor Programs and start building your artistic future today.