ONE-WEEK & TWO-WEEK ARTS INTENSIVES

Digital Illustration for Video Games & Film (Ages 11-15)

In this one-week class, students use a combination of hand drawing skills and Adobe Photoshop to establish a strong foundation in illustration. Students also learn to incorporate photography, texture, pattern, typography, composition, color, and more in order to create professional-level artwork. The purpose of this class is to make students better communicators through their artwork.

Dates: Monday, July 10 – Friday, July 14

Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Lunch break included from 12 – 1 p.m.)

Cost: $600

Early Bird Cost: $550

Digital Photography (Ages 11-15)

In this immersive class, students learn the basic functions of a digital camera and how to take clear and captivating photographs. Students are invited to work with a DSLR camera, point-and-shoot camera, or cellphone camera. Emphasis is placed on lighting, composition, and execution of creative conceptual ideas, as well as editing using a web-based photo processing software. This course is foundational for any student with an interest in photography or digital media.

Please Note: This class is open to photographers of all levels. We recommend students have access to either a DSLR camera, point and shoot camera, or cellphone camera. Please email academy@csarts.net for any questions on the suggested course materials.

Dates: Monday, July 10 – Friday, July 14

Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Cost: $550

Early Bird Cost: $500

3D Mixed Media (Ages 11-15)

Students learn the tactile nature of working in three-dimensional forms, while exploring a variety of mediums, such as felting, paper mâché, and found objects. This class challenges students to think critically while gaining a deeper understanding of the contemporary threedimensional art world.

Dates: Monday, July 10 – Friday, July 14

Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Lunch break included from 12 – 1 p.m.)

Cost: $600

Early Bird Cost: $550

Video Game Art & Design (Ages 11-15)

This design course explores the introductory industry pipeline to creating game-ready 3D assets. Participants discover the creative process of designing props and characters, explore stylization, and create believable hand-painted materials. Conceptual pieces are modeled into 3D digital assets and built to industry standards. Students also learn to apply textural knowledge to bring their characters and props to life with UV unwrapped textures.

Dates: Monday, July 17 – Friday, July 28

Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Lunch break included from 12 – 1 p.m.)

Cost: $525

Early Bird Cost: $475