- who is an expert in their field and passionate about the future in that field
- who helps and guides you towards development as an artist
- who shares their secrets of practice and profession
- who helps you grow and choose paths
- who will work with you and advise you without instruction or assessment
- who you can build an ongoing relationship with
A mentor may become a friend or colleague.
A mentor is there to help you be what you want to be.
A mentor is a brain to pick, an ear to listen to and a push in the right direction - John Crosby