Summer Art Camp

YMC 050-S26-1 | Silkscreen: T-Shirts and Beyond, Ages 11-13 | $315

Learn how to print your own designs onto t-shirts and other items through basic screenprinting techniques, including screen preparation and inking. Please bring a few T-shirts you would like to print on to class.

YMC 016-S26-1 | Mixed Media Drawing, Ages 11-13 | $315

Sharpen your eye and spark your creativity by exploring a wide range of drawing and painting techniques. Develop your style through hands-on practice and experimentation.

YMC 080-S26-1 | Pen & Ink Illustration, Ages 11-13 | $315

Discover the bold, expressive possibilities of pen and ink as you learn to create striking images with line, texture, and contrast. Explore techniques that transform simple marks into eye-catching work.

YTC 054-S26-1 | Drawing, Ages 14-17 | $315

Develop and strengthen your drawing skills by learning to draw what you see. Explore composition, line, and perspective through a variety of formats.

YTC 027-S26-1 | Jewelry + Metals, Ages 14-17 | $355

Learn basic soldering, forging, forming, stamping, polishing, and bezel setting skills to create a variety of jewelry pieces in this fun five-day intensive. An added materials fee covers the cost of silver for this course. (Additional silver is available for purchase if needed.)

YMC 039-S26-1 | Animation, Ages 11-13 | $380

Explore the world of animation and learn to create captivating short films from sketches to premiere, using essential techniques with traditional and digital tools.

YMC 034-S26-1 | Painting, Ages 11-13 | $380

Strengthen your painting skills through engaging studio exercises while exploring how photography can ignite artistic imagination—ideal for artists who want to translate their dreams or the world around them.

YMC 043-S26-1 | Digital Illustration: Character Design/Concept Art, Ages 11-13 | $380

Learn to create your own characters for video games, comics, and other art forms by exploring shapes and tools, brainstorming ideas, refining them into unique designs, and showcasing them in engaging settings.

YTC 057-S26-1 | Pen & Ink Illustration, Ages 14-17 | $380

Discover the bold, expressive possibilities of pen and ink as you learn to create striking images with line, texture, and contrast. Explore techniques that transform simple marks into eye-catching work.

YTC 018-S26-1 | Silkscreen: T-Shirts and Beyond, Ages 14-17 | $380

Learn how to print your own designs onto t-shirts and other items through basic screenprinting techniques, including screen preparation and inking. Please bring a few T-shirts you would like to print on to class.

YTC 081-S26-1 | Oil Painting, Ages 14-17 | $380

Explore the richness and versatility of oil painting in this immersive camp, where you will learn essential techniques, tools, and processes while creating individual projects to build a portfolio and deepen your appreciation for the medium.

YMC 015-S26-2 | Experimental Watercolor, Ages 11-13 | $315

Explore the playfulness of watercolor using creative techniques and tools. Experiment and have fun making expressive work.

YMC 047-S26-2 | Digital Art: Pencil to Pixel, Ages 11-13 | $315

Transform traditional sketches into vibrant digital creations while exploring new tools, techniques, and enhancing your creative skills through guided lessons and interesting projects.

YMC 037-S26-2 | Drawing, Ages 11-13 | $315

Elevate your artwork by investigating light and shadow techniques to create dynamic drawings! Learn how highlights, shading, and contrast work together to add depth to your art.

YTC 083-S26-2 | Painting & Collage, Ages 14-17 | $315

Unleash your creativity using color and textures to make your work come to life. Experiment with layering, paper cutting, and mixed media to create expressive artwork.

YMC 039-S26-2 | Animation, Ages 11-13 | $380

Explore the world of animation and learn to create captivating short films from sketches to premiere, using essential techniques with traditional and digital tools.

YMC 080-S26-2 | Pen & Ink Illustration, Ages 11-13 | $380

Discover the bold, expressive possibilities of pen and ink as you learn to create striking images with line, texture, and contrast. Explore techniques that transform simple marks into eye-catching work.

YMC 018-S26-2 | Comic Art & Design, Ages 11-13 | $380

Dive into the expressive art of cartooning by creating unique characters and narrating their stories in a comic book format. Bring your sense of humor and an eagerness to delve into the nuances of expression!

YTC 044-S26-2 | Graphic Design & Illustration: Zines and Sequential art!, Ages 14-17 | $380

Create sequential art forms like handmade comic books and zines, offering a unique opportunity for artistic exploration and storytelling.

YTC 079-S26-1 | Mixed Media Layers, Ages 14-17 | $380

Create depth and dimension with multiple mediums and layers in your work, carving out your ideas. Let the material guide your creative process.

YMC 060-S26-1 | Mixed Media Layers, Ages 11-13 | $380

Create depth and dimension with multiple mediums and layers in your work, carving out your ideas. Let the material guide your creative process.

YMC 043-S26-2 | Digital Illustration: Character Design / Concept Art, Ages 11-13 | $380

Learn to create captivating characters for video games, comics, and other art forms by exploring shapes and tools, brainstorming ideas, refining them into unique designs, and showcasing them in engaging settings.

YTC 059-S26-2 | Narrative Illustration: Remix Lab, Ages 14-17 | $380

Explore how artists sample, remix, and reframe images, text, and everyday objects to create new meanings. Using collage, drawing, photography, and simple digital tools, students transform found materials into original visual narratives through collaborative zines.

YTC 095-S26-2 | Portfolio Prep, Ages 14-17 | $380

Develop your drawing skills by translating observation into expressive drawings while exploring composition, line, and perspective. This class provides a fun and engaging way to enhance your portfolio.

YMC 033-S26-2 | Portrait Painting, Ages 11-13 | $380

Bring portraits to life by capturing the essence of your subject, experimenting with color and composition, and using diverse painting techniques to convey emotion and personality.

YMC 036-S26-2 | Plein Air Painting & Drawing, Ages 14-17 | $380

Enhance your observational skills by exploring Portland's stunning outdoor landscapes, sketching, and painting as you embark on an artistic adventure! Learn to translate what you see into vibrant, expressive work while discovering your own style.

YTC 058-S26-2 | Painting & Drawing: Reportage Illustration, Ages 14-17 | $380

Capture real-life scenes outside quickly and expressively through direct observation. Record moments and inspiration to create work from. Transform your sketches into compelling visual stories.

YTC 053-S26-1 | Still Life and Figure Drawing, Ages 14-17 | $380

Build Strong drawing skills through form, light, and perspective using traditional dry media like charcoal and pastels–perfect for strengthening foundational techniques and enhancing your portfolio.