Creative Summer Workshops
CCAD’s Creative Summer Workshops offer kids, teens, and adults a dynamic summer program rooted in the foundations of art & design and fueled by creative exploration.
This isn't your typical summer camp—it’s a chance for artists and designers of all ages and skill levels to stretch their creativity, develop new techniques, and engage with creative subjects like Character Design, 2D Animation, Photography, Comics, Digital Art, and more! For students interested in innovative problem-solving, we also offer STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) options that blend imagination with critical thinking.
Led by skilled artists and educators, our summer classes combine expert instruction with engaging hands-on projects that keep participants inspired all summer long! With multiple sessions available, from morning, afternoon, and all-day options, you can customize your experience by signing up for one or more weeks of creativity.
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.
Additional Information
Refund Policy
Refunds are granted according to the following policy:
- I understand that I may request to withdraw my student(s) from a course up to two weeks prior to the start of a class by emailing [email protected] for a refund of 100% minus a $25 administrative fee per course. There are no refunds thereafter. Nonattendance does not constitute a withdrawal.
- Please note that classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment. Registrants with cancelled sections will be offered an alternative class section for their young artist, or a full refund for their class registration. Our staff will contact registrants no later than five days before the start of the scheduled session.
Frequently Asked Questions
The grade levels listed with each class correspond to the grade the student will enter in Fall 2026.
If your young artist is under the age of 18 and plans to remain on campus between a morning and afternoon class, they must register for lunchtime care.
No. Registrants are responsible for bringing their own meal if they are registered for lunchtime care. Please avoid bringing meals with nuts.
No. Registrants are responsible for bringing their own snack/ beverage. Beverages should be contained in a resealable container (i.e. thermos) to avoid spills. Also, note that some lab spaces may not allow snacks - the instructor will advise accordingly. Please avoid bringing snacks with nuts.
No. All required materials are included in the cost of the class. Students are welcome to bring any favorite artmaking supplies such as a sketchbook. Some digital classes require students to create a free Adobe ID or Google Drive account, but no software purchase is needed.
Many classes, especially our Grades 1-4 courses have activities that involve being outdoors for short periods of time on our campus green spaces. We recommend that students wear clothes they feel comfortable moving and creating in, and bring sun protection. Staff and instructors are not permitted to assist with applying lotions, sunscreens, chapstick, etc.
Please contact [email protected] to request changes to your enrollment.
Yes. CCAD's Department of Safety and Security is on campus 24/7, including over the summer. If you need to contact them for late entry into a locked classroom building or for another matter, please call 614-222-6165.
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