What would you like help with?

 
 

Your current sculpt?

Talk through the work you're making and the questions you

have.

Your ZBrush practice?

Discuss the skills you want to develop and where you feel

stuck.

 

Your Next Step

Share what you're working toward and explore whether mentorship fits.


Book a free 30-minute consultation with me, Ryan Darling. We'll talk about your goals as a 3D artist and how I could help.

Mentorship details: Call Schedule I’m flexible with scheduling and will do my best to accommodate your availability for mentoring calls.

Software Covered

During the mentorship, we can work with the following tools, depending on your goals and needs:

  • Maxon ZBrush

  • Autodesk Maya

  • Adobe Photoshop

  • Adobe Substance 3D Painter

  • Luxion KeyShot


Testimonials

 

Logan Bauermeister

“Being a 2D digital painter, programs suchas ZBrush had always seemed out of my realm of understanding. But, it was under Ryan's guidance that I began to understand the world of possibilities that 3D sculpture opened for my work.”

— Logan Bauermeister

Danny Suarez

Ryan's class helped me find a love for

ZBrush that I didn't have before!! I'm

currently working on new character design

projects, including optimizing designs that I

can model and eventually print as well!”

— Danny Suarez

Moniya Martin

“Thanks to my Advanced ZBrush class with Ryan Darling, I was able to create some of my best 3D work to date!”

- Moniya Martin

 


 
 

If you’re serious about taking your ZBrush skills to the next level, you don’t have to do it alone.

Work With Me 1-on-1

I offer a limited number of mentorship slots designed to accelerate your growth and prepare you for real opportunities in the 3D industry. I’ll help you build:

A sharper portfolio Studio-ready workflows Confident sculpting habits Personalized feedback with real industry insight

 

I’m excited to offer you a spot in my 1:1 mentorship program! This is a 4 to 10-week program designed to help you build an industry-ready portfolio,

master high-level skills, and confidently step into the 3D art industry.

What to expect:

Weekly 1:1 mentoring calls with me | Access to a private community of fellow mentees | My personal brush sets, templates, and resources I use in my own workflow Looking forward to working with you! Let’s make some serious progress together.


 

FAQ’s

What is the call for?

  • It's an open-ended conversation about your goals as a 3D artist and how I could help.

How long is it, and does it cost anything?

  • The consultation is free and lasts 30 minutes.

Do I need to prepare anything?

  • Bring a question or a piece you're working on.