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Turn Your Art Passion Into a Pro Career

Master Animation, Video Game Art, and More With Industry Mentors

No fluff, no crafts—MentorWings trains high-skilled artists to break into elite creative fields or launch independent careers. Ready to level up?

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  • Build a portfolio that lands animation or video game gigs.
  • Master techniques top studios demand in 2025.
  • Get 1:1 mentorship from pros who’ve been there.
  • Join artists like Kenton, now teaching 632K TikTok followers with pro-level art tips.
  • Or Micah, rocking 212K subscribers and 76M+ views with stop-motion animation.
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From MentorWings to Millions: Student work in action.

Apprenticeships Reborn for Pro Artists

Master animation, game art, and more from industry vets—at a fraction of art school’s insane costs. Start your career now—hit the button below.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Youth Classes: Future Pros Start Here

Our 8-15-year-olds don’t just draw—they build pro-level portfolios that rival college grads, mastering animation, character design, and more. They’re on track to break into video games or comics early.


Picture this: 10-year-olds nailing complex techniques, teens cheering each other to new heights—all while loving every minute. They beg to stay longer. Ready to unleash your kid’s art career? Sign up now.

Adult Classes: Go Pro at Any Age

Got a passion for art? We turn it into a career—no matter your starting point. Learn pro techniques for animation, game art, and original work from mentors who’ve done it.


Our adults leap from hobbyists to standouts fast—think portfolios that land gigs or launch indie projects. Bring friends, build skills, and join the ranks of artists like Kenton (632K TikTok followers). Start today.

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Pro Art Training, Your Way

Apprenticeships for ages 8-100—learn from pros, not professors. Master career-ready skills in animation, games, and more.


Drop in for an hour or stay all week—classes run 10 AM to 7 PM, year-round.

Spots fill fast—secure yours now.


 
 
 
 
 
 

our mission

MentorWings is for artists who crave more—whether it’s animation, video games, comics, or a solo empire.

Our pros (20+ years in film, games, and toys) ditch the crafts and train you like you’re on the job.


Draw what drives you. We’ll critique it, map your growth, and push you to pro status—fast.


Join the apprenticeship revolution.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
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Instructor

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Meet Your Mentor: Gabriel Valles

Founder & Industry Heavyweight
Gabriel’s 20+ years shaping art for Warner Bros. Animation, Marvel Comics, Disney Interactive, and giants like EA and Nickelodeon fuel MentorWings. He’s here to fast-track your career—skipping the $50K art school trap.


His mission? Reinvent apprenticeships so you learn real skills, real fast—from someone who’s lived it. Ready to train with a pro?

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Take the First Step to Pro
Sign up now to kickstart your art career or book a class slot—space is limited, and pros are waiting.

Contact

PHONE

Gabriel Valles 512-284-4007

EMAIL

GABRIEL @MENTORWINGS.COM

Physical Location

12217 Eruzione Drive, Austin TX, 78748

 
 
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