Summer Art Camp: Develop Portfolio & Exhibit Art (Ages 11-18)

Summer Art Camp

Is your student preparing an art portfolio for high school or college applications? Or perhaps they're eager to spend the summer immersed in creative projects, guided by professional artists. If so, our Summer Art Camp is the place to be!

We offer ten weeks of art camp, each with a unique focus. Sessions can be booked individually or bundled at a discounted rate. Artuta’s approach to art education is a combination of structured guidance with an emphasis on student autonomy, encouraging students to freely develop and explore their own creative ideas.

Come fall, these young artists will have the opportunity to showcase their creations at the Brooklyn gallery, Tappeto Volante. Check out last year’s exhibithere!

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Detailed Descriptions

Week 1: Drawing I - Material Study

• Date: June 24–June 28, 2024

• Instructor: Kosuke, Jerry, Joan

• Required Materials: Drawing tools (pen, pencil, and color pencil), paper, scissors, and glue

• Objective: Explore basic to advance materials and learn how to use them

• Description: The first week of summer camp invites students to explore a variety of materials. Students will experiment with everything from basic drawing tools, common office supplies to professional art materials. The first three classes focus on drawing exercises, each emphasizing a specific material.  Then, students will  shift to a conceptual approach, creating site-specific projects that interact with and highlight often-overlooked spaces in the environment. The week ends in a collaborative effort where students create a zine together, developing non-linear narratives and harnessing collective creativity.
  
  

Week 2: Paper Cut Out & Collage

• Date: July 1–July 3

• Instructor: Kosuke, Jerry, Joan

• Required Materials: Drawing tools (pen, pencil, and color pencil), paper, scissors, and glue

• Objective: Learn fundamental techniques of paper cut-out and collage 

• Description: The second week of our summer camp spans three days. We will delve into the art of paper cut-out and collage. On the first day, students start with the basic skills of paper cut-out, gradually progressing to three-dimensional projects. The second day is dedicated to photo collage, where students will use found photography to create surreal imagery. The final day introduces the gel transfer technique, a method that allows the  transfer of photocopies onto  canvas. These practices aim to develop students' skills in cut-out techniques and image replication, broadening their artistic horizons.
  
  

Week 3: Drawing II - Observation and  Imagination

• Date: July 8–July 12

• Instructor: Kosuke, Jerry, Joan

• Required Materials: Drawing tools (pen, pencil, and color pencil), paper, scissors, and glue

• Objective: Learn fundamental drawing skills 

• Description: Week 3 offers students an opportunity to learn advanced drawing techniques  through a variety of practices. The week begins with two days focused on honing essential observational drawing skills. Students will then transition into drawing from memory and imagination, broadening their creative boundaries. The week concludes with a collaborative project involving all participants. These activities are designed not only to enhance the skills needed for art portfolios but also to help students develop their unique ways of depicting reality and imagination.
  
  

Week 4: Drawing III - Fragments to Entity

• Date: July 15–July 19

• Instructor: Kosuke, Jerry, Joan

• Required Materials: Drawing tools (pen, pencil, and color pencil), paper, scissors, and glue

• Objective: Learn advanced drawing skills focusing on scale and assemblage

• Description: This week, students will examine  advanced drawing techniques by experimenting with scale and assemblage.  Students will draw from both still life arrangements and photographs, using a range of paper sizes.  This approach allows students to understand and manipulate scale effectively, as well as integrate multiple images into cohesive compositions. By the end of the week, students will have gained valuable skills in creating interconnected artworks that move beyond the sum of their parts.

Week 5: Graphic Design

• Date: July 22–July 26

• Instructor: Kosuke, Jerry, Joan

• Required Materials: Drawing tools (pen,  pencil, and color pencil), paper, scissors, and glue

• Objective: Learn the basics of graphic design

• Description: This week students will learn the basics of  graphic design through a series of creative prompts. Students will have the opportunity to design and produce their own creative products. These projects include: original lettering, postcards, posters, T-shirts, and even the branding for an imaginary company, complete with a business card. Our instructors will guide students through the brainstorming process in design-making, demonstrating each step, and sharing insights on transforming artistic skills into functional design. This hands-on experience is designed to equip students with foundational skills in graphic design, allowing them to see how art can be applied in practical and  imaginative ways.
  
  

Week 6: Zine

• Date: July 29–August 2

• Instructor: Kosuke, Jerry, Joan

• Required Materials: Drawing tools (pen,  pencil, and color pencil), paper, scissors, and glue

• Objective: Learn zine-making process

• Description: This week, students will produce their own zines. Short for magazines, a zine is self-published, combining original texts and images, and typically reproduced using a copy machine. The instructors will introduce the zine format and guide them through the creation process. The first two days will be dedicated to making a test book based on various prompts, this will serve as a foundation for students to develop their own ideas for the final project. At the end of the week, each student will receive copies of their zine, which can be shared or exchanged with  peers, fostering a sense of community.

Week 7: Comics Drawing

• Date: August 5–August 9

• Instructor: Kosuke, Jerry, Joan

• Required Materials: Drawing tools (pen, pencil, and color pencil), paper, scissors, and glue

• Objective: Learn fundamental comic drawing techniques and create original comics

• Description: For this week's course, students will develop skills in comic storytelling, character design, and drawing. Students  will learn how to craft their own comic strips while  gaining  a deeper understanding of visual storytelling. This course is ideal for anyone interested in comic art production, offering a blend of technical skill-building and creative expression. By the end of the week, students will have the tools and knowledge to create their own engaging and visually appealing comic narratives.

Week 8: Animation

• Date: August 12–August 16

• Instructor: Kosuke, Jerry, Joan

• Required Materials: Drawing tools (pen, pencil, and color pencil), paper, scissors, and glue

• Objective: Learn the basics of cel animation

• Description: Dive into the captivating world of cel animation in this comprehensive course. We start with the fundamentals, teaching students how to create simple flipbook animations. You'll learn to bring characters to life, develop storyboards, and understand the principles of frame-by-frame animation. We'll guide you through the process of inking and coloring, ensuring your animations pop with vibrant life. The course culminates in a unique opportunity to edit your animated story with sound and present it in a class screening. This course is an excellent fit for budding animators keen on exploring the magic behind moving images.

Week 9: Claymation

• Date: August 19–August 23

• Instructor: Kosuke, Jerry, Joan

• Required Materials: Drawing tools (pen,  pencil, and color pencil), paper, scissors, and glue

• Objective: Learn the basics of claymation

• Description: This week’s workshop is an exciting foray into the world of claymation. Students will delve into the process of molding clay characters and designing sets for their own stop-motion films. With easy, step-by-step guidance from instructors, students will learn the techniques of animating  clay creations bringing their stories to life. The course finishes  with a showcase where students can present their unique stop-motion films. No prior experience is needed – just bring your creativity and watch your ideas take shape in this dynamic medium!

Week 10: Artist Book

• Date: August 26–August 30