Dan Studios helps high school students across Asia and worldwide build strong, competitive art, design, and architecture portfolios for top universities. We offer online courses, mentorship, and 1-to-1 consultancy.
Dan is the founder of Dan Studios, an international art educator with over a decade of experience in Asia and Europe. He has supported students into leading schools such as RISD, Parsons, Cambridge, UAL, Pratt, and CalArts.
No. Dan Studios is built on a fully online model, making our services accessible to students anywhere in Asia and around the world.

The online course has 7 modules, 30 lessons, and 5 case studies covering portfolio strategy, technical skills, artist research, project development, and presentation. It is designed for students in Asia and globally.
The Mentor Program offers a fully personalized experience with 1-to-1 feedback, accountability, and project planning tailored to each student’s goals, available to students worldwide.
Consultancy is short-term and strategic, focused on refining existing portfolios. Mentorship is long-term and developmental, guiding students step by step through the process.
Yes. Feedback is central to mentorship and consultancy. The online course is self-paced, but students can add 1-to-1 sessions for personalized critique.

Yes. Many of our students apply to architecture programs in Asia, the UK, U.S., and globally. We guide them in linking creative projects to architectural thinking through drawing, model-making, photography, and portfolio curation.
A standout portfolio balances technical ability, conceptual depth, and strategic presentation. Our Define–Design–Deliver framework helps students achieve this balance.
Fewer than you think. Leading schools in Asia, the UK, and the U.S. value clarity and narrative more than sheer volume.
Absolutely. Process shows your research, experimentation, and problem-solving — often more important than polished outcomes.

Students have gained admission to world-class institutions including RISD, Parsons, Cambridge, UAL, Edinburgh, Pratt, CalArts, and MICA. Many of our students come from international schools across Asia.
Ideally, students should begin 12–18 months before applications. We also provide consultancy for those on shorter timelines.
Yes. We guide students in tailoring their portfolios to meet the unique requirements of universities across Asia, Europe, the U.S., and worldwide.

You can begin with our Free 5-Module Portfolio Course, book a consultancy session, or join our tailored Mentor Program.
Pricing varies depending on whether you choose the Online Course, Mentor Program, or Consultancy. Contact us for details and recommendations.
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That’s fine. Share your goals when you contact us, and we’ll help you decide which option is the best fit.