Summer Exploratory
Selected by the National Endowment for the Arts in 2006 for exemplary summer arts education.
July 22-August 4, 2007
This camp allows you to study with other young artists who share your interest, while strengthening your portfolio in a particular area. Group critiques and individual reviews with CCS faculty and staff will be important elements of your experience.
This intensive, two-week program is designed for serious young artists with prior drawing experience who want to explore one of the following curriculum areas in-depth:
- Automotive Design
- Animation
- Sculpture
While enrolled in this program, students will live on campus and experience life at a college of art and design. There will be cultural and recreation events to attend that will allow students to check out Detroit's Cultural Center, in addition to getting to know the other students and CCS faculty and staff.
CCS Admissions counselors will be available the entire time you are on campus, to answer questions, review your portfolio's current state, show you around, and discuss scholarship opportunities.
High school sophomores, juniors and seniors from across the country come together to learn from experienced faculty and accomplished artists. Students will earn 1 credit for completing Camp Portfolio and 3 credits if they decide to attend Summer Exploratory as well.
Curriculum
Students can choose to study in one of the following areas:
Automotive Design
Transform your unique vision into a prototype. From concept sketches to rendering in three-dimensions and modeling in clay- learn what it takes to be a car designer.
Animation
Learn the basic principles of translating static drawings and figures into moving objects and designs. Game, character and story development are key components.
Sculpture
Appreciate the expressive potential of handmade objects by experimenting with a variety of techniques and materials.
High school sophomores, juniors and seniors who are interested in attending Summer Exploratory are encouraged to apply early. Enrollment may be limited and registrations will be accepted in the order they are received.
Application Requirements
- 4-10 samples of your work
- Brief personal statement (250 words or less)
- Letter of recommendation (optional)
- Complete application form
Summer Camp Tuition and Fees
The cost to attend Summer Exploratory is $1,650. If you plan to register for both camps the total tuition is $3,100. Students who enroll in both Camp Portfolio and Summer Exploratory receive a tuition discount of $200. These fees cover room, board, required materials and activity fees. One quarter of the tuition is required as a deposit with the application, and the balance is due in full two weeks prior to the first day of camp.
