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We’re comparing the differences between New Masters Academy vs. Evolve Artist so you know which online art school is best for you.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re looking for an online art school that provides instructor feedback and critique, there are a lot of options out there. To help, we\u2019re comparing the Top Online Art Schools to the Evolve Artist program.<\/p>\n
At Evolve, we\u2019re on a mission to teach aspiring artists to create art without limitation \u2026 even if it\u2019s not with us. Today we\u2019re looking at\u00a0New Masters Academy vs. Evolve Artist.<\/strong><\/p>\n A few disclaimers:<\/p>\n Here’s a quick summary of the main differences when comparing New Masters Academy vs. Evolve Artist.<\/p>\n Foundations program<\/p>\n Cost (annual)<\/p>\n $2,500<\/p>\n Tuition Type<\/p>\n one-time<\/p>\n Coaching<\/p>\n Included<\/p>\n Peer Support<\/p>\n Included<\/p>\n Extra Classes<\/p>\n Included<\/p>\n Materials<\/p>\n Included<\/p>\n Time<\/p>\n ~1 year<\/p>\n + coaching program<\/p>\n Cost (annual)<\/p>\n $432-$1,788<\/p>\n Tuition Type<\/p>\n Subscription<\/p>\n Coaching<\/p>\n $948-2,988 ADDITIONAL<\/p>\n Peer Support<\/p>\n Included<\/p>\n Extra Classes<\/p>\n with HIGHER sub<\/p>\n Materials<\/p>\n not included<\/p>\n Time<\/p>\n ~4-5 ACADEMIC YEARS<\/p>\n Evolve Artist’s guided end-to-end online art school produces tangible results.<\/p>\n At Evolve Artist, we believe that technical mastery is the necessary foundation for any artist to freely express themselves. Our step-by-step oil painting program<\/strong> moves students from beginner to professional grade art in one year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Our Foundations Program consists of 4 blocks where we break down the fundamentals<\/a> of art – value<\/a>, edge<\/a>, perception<\/a>, and color<\/a>. The Advanced Program is for those who want to go even deeper and learn advanced techniques and more stylized approaches.<\/p>\n Our lessons and assignments are laid out in easily digested parts. We provide a deep dive into our curriculum on our website<\/a>.<\/p>\n We\u2019re transparent about what you receive for your investment. Our curriculum is laid out in detail on our website.<\/p>\n New Masters Academy<\/a> is a s<\/strong>ubscription-based online art school<\/strong>. You get access to all the content on their base Library Plan, which includes a two-part Oil Painting for Beginners course and courses on drawing fundamentals.<\/p>\n New Masters Academy provides a guide that organizes courses into 10 Learning Tracks to help students navigate which courses to take and in what order based on a specific art field.<\/p>\n New Masters Academy subscribers get access to over 2,500 hours of course content.<\/p>\n New Masters Academy Subscription plans offer access to different benefits, like a reference library of 50,000 images<\/strong> and 3D models.<\/p>\n Evolve also provides reference images<\/strong>. These images are focused on quality<\/strong>, not quantity – created in-house to specifically build on the skills being taught.<\/p>\n While <\/span>New Masters Academy provides a course guide, students guide themselves through it which means beginner students may move on before they are ready.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Evolve is a guided online art school experience.\u00a0<\/strong>Students move on to the next block once an instructor assesses they are ready.<\/p>\n In the end, New Masters Academy offer an a la carte<\/strong> style education, compared to Evolve’s all-inclusive guided approach.<\/p>\n Coaching is an important feature of any quality online art school.<\/p>\n Evolve instructors guide students through each step of their education.\u00a0<\/strong>Assignments are uploaded to our online Homework Tool and checked twice daily, so personalized feedback comes within 24 hours. <\/strong>There is 1-1 mentoring, instructor office hours, live group chats, and homework rooms.<\/p>\n Personalized instructor feedback is provided to all Evolve students, it is not a premium add-on.<\/p>\n At New Masters Academy, if you\u2019d like feedback on your coursework, it requires a higher tier membership.<\/strong><\/p>\n Group Coaching is included in the mid-tier LIVE subscription plan (2 sessions a week that don\u2019t roll over). These sessions are topic-specific and run on specific dates and times.<\/p>\n You can access more group coaching sessions and individual coaching sessions if you sign up to their Coaching Program.<\/p>\n Group coaching sessions (above) are scheduled and topic-specific at New Masters Academy vs. Evolve’s 1-1 and office hours approach.<\/p>\n Both art programs have been created for beginners and experienced artists.<\/strong><\/p>\n At Evolve, many of our students are beginners picking up a paint brush for the first time, or experienced artist who have hit a wall and don’t know why.<\/p>\n New Masters Academy has beginner level courses and other courses catered towards more experienced artists. The courses range in subject matter and medium, so could be good for those students who wish to explore different art forms.<\/p>\n Cost is a big factor when considering an online art school.<\/p>\n Evolve Artist has a one-time all-inclusive price for the program. The Foundations Program (Blocks 1-4) is $249\/month on a 12-month plan, or a $2,500 one-time payment<\/strong> (saving $488).<\/p>\n The Advanced Program (Blocks 5-8) is the same – $249\/month on a 12-month plan, or a $2,500 one time payment.<\/p>\n When you sign up, you receive all the materials you need<\/strong> (high-quality paint, canvas, brushes, references, etc.) – with free worldwide shipping.<\/p>\n Evolve Artist supplies its students with all the materials they need to begin their learning journey.<\/p>\n New Masters Academy is a subscription service.<\/strong> You can pay monthly, or you save by paying annually. Plans include:<\/p>\n Access to NMA Coaching is additional<\/strong>:<\/p>\n NMA’s Coaching Program has different levels and benefits, and is additional to a content subscription.<\/p>\n\n
Comparing New Masters Academy vs. Evolve Artist<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nNew Masters Academy vs. Evolve: The Program<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nNew Masters Academy vs. Evolve: Coaching<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nNew Masters Academy vs. Evolve: Experience level<\/h2>\n
New Masters Academy vs. Evolve Artist: Cost<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nNew Masters Academy vs. Evolve: How long does it take?<\/h2>\n
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