Independent Facilitators FAQs

 Is NOVEL a registered vendor with the Self Determination Program?

Yes! We accept California Self Determination participants & private pay clients.

Is NOVEL a registered vendor for California Regional Center?

No, we are not a regional center vendor at this time.

Are you onboarded with any FMS institutions?

Yes! We are onboarded with

  • Mains'l
  • Cambrian
  • Aveeana Health Care
  • Acumen
  • Action
  • ACE
  • Arch
  • PPL

Are you accepting new clients?

Yes! Please fill out our application so we can discuss which program might be right for you.

What is the tuition cost for each of your programs?

The WOW Factor! Product Mentorship is a 6 month program at a cost of $950 per month, for a total investment of $5700.

The Best Booth Forward Mentorship is a 12 month program at a cost of $1200 per month, for a total investment of $14,400.

Our 1:1 three year mentorship simulating the life of a working illustrator is both the most transformative and intensive mentorship program we offer:

Tuition is $2100 per month and includes:

  • 4 hours per week of private sessions with a highly qualified Illustrator to mentor you through your journey.
  • Personalized assignments geared towards professional development in Illustration, Portraiture, Home Decor, Children's Book work, & more!
  • 10 hours of Product Design time for each client per month.
  • Up to $250 of supplies provided by the program for each client per year.
  • Product Manufacturing for Stickers, Pins, Notebooks, Shirts, Tote Bags, and more!
  • A permanent spot on our NOVEL online store to sell your very own sticker pack and pin set!
  • Advertising & Shipping of your products!

Hourly Mentorships: This plan is perfect if you're tight on your budget or tight on time. You can meet with your mentor to focus on a specific career goal or develop a portfolio that'll get you paid work in the Illustration industry! Hourly Mentorships are $125 per hour, with a minimum of two hours per week.

Where are you located?

We have no physical location as of yet, but we serve the Southern California areas of: Pasadena, Los Angeles, Arcadia, Monrovia, and Alhambra. We come to our client's homes for in person classes and host classes online!