Create Your Best Summer With Our Art and Design Camps

Explore your creative potential during Webster University’s Department of Art, Design and Art History immersive summer programs. Our summer camps offer an intensive art-focused program for high school students. Ideal for students who are beginning to consider options for college, the DADAH summer camps will help you build your portfolio for college applications with artwork that reflects your individuality and unique skills.

Participate in engaging small group classes led by the dynamic faculty, alumni, and student mentors of the Department of Art, Design and Art History at Webster University. Discover new artistic skills in state-of-the-art studios for sculpture, photography, drawing, painting, papermaking, printmaking and graphic design. Explore the creative possibilities of an immersive artistic practice surrounded by new friends and remarkable teachers.

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Two Summer Camp Options

Illustration Design Camp

From Static to Moving Images

July 8-12, 2024 — one week
9 a.m.–3 p.m.

In this intensive and hands-on program, you'll learn the art of transforming static illustrations into captivating graphic design and motion masterpieces through Adobe programs. Whether you're an aspiring designer, a seasoned illustrator looking to expand your skill set, or simply passionate about breathing life into your designs, this boot camp is tailored to all skill levels.

Portfolio Prep Program

College-ready Intensive Art + Design Camp

*Successful completion of this program may waive the portfolio review for automatic acceptance into Webster University's DADAH program.

July 15-19 and 22-26, 2024 — two weeks
9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Designed to unlock their potential and craft an exceptional college portfolio, this immersive program offers a dynamic blend of personalized mentorship, hands-on workshops and interactive activities.   From refining technique, to writing a resume, to drafting an artist statement, students gain the confidence and skills necessary to stand out in the fiercely competitive college application process.

Attendees must follow Webster University’s current safety policies.

Emerging Artist Advantage at Webster

All Emerging Artists who successfully complete the Portfolio Prep Summer Camp may waive the portfolio review for automatic acceptance into Webster University's Department of Art, Design and Art History (pending University admission).

Choose Your DADAH Summer Camp

One Week: 9 a.m.–3 p.m., July 8-12, 2024

In this intensive and hands-on program, you'll learn the art of transforming static illustrations into captivating graphic design and motion masterpieces through Adobe programs. Whether you're an aspiring designer, a seasoned illustrator looking to expand your skill set, or simply passionate about breathing life into your designs, this boot camp is tailored to all skill levels.

Register and Pay Online

Tuition: $500
$25 deposit to reserve your spot. Preference to those registered and paid in full by June 16.

Illustration Design Camp Payment

Portfolio Development

Build your portfolio for college application with design-focused artwork that reflects your individuality and unique skills in Webster's state-of-the-art studios.

Limited Enrollment

Enrollment is limited to 14 students to provide the best possible experience.

Questions? Email Jodi Kolpakov at jodiwoolsey34@webster.edu.

Two Weeks: 9 a.m.–3 p.m., July 15-19 and 22-26, 2024

Designed to unlock their potential and craft an exceptional college portfolio, this immersive program offers a dynamic blend of personalized mentorship, hands-on workshops and interactive activities. From refining technique, to writing a resume, to drafting an artist statement, students gain the confidence and skills necessary to stand out in the fiercely competitive college application process.

*Successful completion of this program may waive the portfolio review for automatic acceptance into Webster University's DADAH program.

Register and Pay Online

Tuition: $800
$25 deposit to reserve your spot. Preference to those registered and paid in full by June 16.

Portfolio Prep Program Payment

Portfolio Development

Build your portfolio for college application with design-focused artwork that reflects your individuality and unique skills in Webster's state-of-the-art studios.

Limited Enrollment

Enrollment is limited to 14 students to provide the best possible experience.

Questions? Email Jodi Kolpakov at jodiwoolsey34@webster.edu.

Front entrance to the Visual Arts Studio

Visual Arts Studio

Front entrance to the Visual Arts Studio

The Webster University Visual Arts Studio is located on Big Bend Boulevard between Hunt House and Sverdrup Hall on the Webster Groves campus.

8342 Big Bend Blvd.
Webster Groves, MO 63119

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Founded in 1915, Webster University is committed to ensuring high-quality learning experiences that transform students for global citizenship and individual excellence. Webster University’s Department of Art, Design and Art History (DADAH) offers students an art academy-like education within a liberal arts institution, encouraging students to confront challenging ideas and technologies while understanding and synthesizing tradition.