Summer 2026 | Young Artists Workshop
PROGRAM DETAILS
- Registration Deadline: June 15, 2026
- Session Dates: July 13 – August 14, 2026
- Courses: weekly courses take place Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Grades: 6–8 and 9–12
- Cost: $700 per course (5-Week Track savings available for $2,800)
- All genders welcome
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Join us on Saturday, February 28th, 2026 to learn more about Moore's summer youth programs, the Summer Art & Design Institute (SADI) and the Young Artists Workshop (YAW).
- Get an exclusive tour of Moore's stunning campus
- Learn about earning 3 college credits & a $10K scholarship to Moore for BFA-eligible students
- Get answers to all of your questions about Moore
- Hear perspectives from youth program alumni
- Talk to program staff and faculty
- Meet other summer program students
Questions? Reach out to our team at ce@moore.edu or call 215 965 4015.
REGISTER ONLINE:
- Select your course(s) below and proceed to our linked registration portal.
- Submit your Student Info & Permissions Form to complete your registration.
REGISTER BY PHONE:
- Call 215.965.4015 Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.
- Please note we cannot accept American Express.
For registration assistance, please review our Policies & Support page or contact the Office of Continuing Education at ce@moore.edu or (215) 965-4015.
Absolutely! Many families choose to mix and match weekly classes to create a personalized art experience. Students can explore illustration, animation, fashion, interior design, graphic design, fine arts, and more.
If you’d like help selecting classes based on your student’s interests, our team is happy to assist—email us at ce@moore.edu or call 215.965.4015.
If you are enrolling more than one student, please create a separate Self-Service account for each student. This ensures that each student’s registration, class schedule, and payment records are kept accurate and up to date. Learn how to create your Self-Service account here!
Absolutely! Our multi-week packages give students a rich, immersive summer experience at a significant discount. Choose from two five-week curated tracks—Animation & Illustration or Art & Design—each designed around our most in-demand classes.
Students dive deep into hands-on projects, discover new techniques, and develop real-world creative skills. And with bundled pricing, families save $700 compared to individual course registration.
See full details in our Multi-Week Deals section.
Yes! To ensure students feel prepared for class, all required art supplies should be purchased before the first day. A complete supply list is included in each course description.
Classes meet Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, and all courses take place in person unless otherwise noted. Our campus is located at 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
Throughout the day, students dive into hands-on artmaking, guided instruction, creative problem-solving, and individual or small-group projects. They’ll explore new techniques, develop their personal style, and receive one-on-one feedback from their instructor.
Daily Schedule
8:50 am: Student Arrival & Check-In
9:00 am: Classes Begin (studio work, demos, and project exploration)
12:00 pm: Lunch Break
1:00 pm: Classes Resume (continued artmaking, critiques, and individual guidance)
3:55 pm: Classes End
4:00 pm: Student Departure & Pick-Up
Students in the Young Artists Workshop have several convenient choices for lunch and snacks during their day on campus. They are welcome to bring lunch from home, or they may purchase food from our on-campus Starbucks Café, vending machines, or the Dining Hall (view daily menus).
Students purchasing lunch can pay by credit/debit card at the Starbucks Café or use a meal voucher purchased in advance from the Art Shop before choosing their items. We recommend budgeting around $10 per day for on-campus meals.
Friends & Family Day takes place on Fridays from 3:00–4:00 pm. Loved ones are invited to visit the classroom, observe student work in progress, participate in final critiques, and help celebrate each student’s achievements from the week.
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Grades 9-12 | Courses by Week
Mix and match a variety of popular artistic concentrations for high school students like illustration, animation and game arts, fine arts, fashion, interior design, graphic design, and more!
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Art & Design Track
Have you ever marveled at a famous art piece and wondered how they did it? Drawing Foundation holds the secrets! In this exciting class, you’ll discover your own artistic voice while building your portfolio with abstract compositions, still-lives, life drawings, portraitures, and landscapes. Learn from experienced artists and faculty who can help unlock your artistry. Whether you're new to art or returning to sharpen your skills, this class is essential for the fine artist who wants to impress college admissions teams.
Supply List
o Graphite pencil set (must include 4B, 2B, HB, 2H)
o Vine charcoal
o Compressed charcoal
o Blending tool (tortillons, blending stump, and/or scrap paper)
o Colored pencils OR chalk pastels
o Kneaded eraser
o Polymer eraser
o 24x18 (inches) Newsprint paper
o 24x18 (inches Drawing paper
o Drawing board (large enough to hold 24x18 paper)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person or online
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Animation & Illustration Track (in-person only)
*Please select in-person OR online*
Design the worlds players explore.
Video game artists combine visual storytelling, design, and technology to create immersive digital worlds. In this hands-on studio course, you’ll explore the creative process behind game art—from early concept designs to fully realized environments—using professional tools and workflows.
Through guided projects, you’ll learn how artists design characters, environments, props, and visual systems that support gameplay and narrative. You’ll experiment with digital illustration, asset creation, world-building, and visual development while gaining insight into how art and technology work together in interactive experiences.
Whether you’re interested in game art, design, or digital world-building, this course empowers you to bring imaginative ideas to life. By the end, you’ll have original digital artwork and a deeper understanding of how visual design shapes player experience—foundational skills for future study and careers in gaming, animation, and interactive media.
Supply list:
o Google Drive or Dropbox are also acceptable places to store your work
o Flash drive or external hard drive 2gb minimum
o Sketchbook and drawing instruments (pencils, erasers, etc.)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Art & Design Track
* Please select July 20 - July 24 *
Understanding human anatomy is an essential part of learning how to draw accurate body proportions. If you love drawing human bodies and forms realistically and want to further develop your skills, this is the class for you! Focus on 2D mediums and learn how to draw the human form through structures of skeletons, muscles and varying body types to create detailed masterpieces. This popular class is sure to take your figure drawing skills to the next level to wow college admissions teams!
Supply List
Large newsprint pad for gesture sketches (No smaller than 12”x 18”)
Pad of drawing paper for finished work (at least 11”x14”)
Small sketchbook/notebook (9x12 or smaller) for taking notes
Charcoal sticks: Soft Willow or Extra Soft Vine. (NOT compressed charcoal)
Compressed charcoal: 2B, 4B
Drawing graphite pencils: H, 2B, 4B. Optional: 6B
Kneaded eraser
Normal eraser (mars plastic, polyurethane or PVC. Pink is OK but not ideal)
Pencil sharpener
X-acto knife (if you buy compressed charcoal pencils)
Sandpaper to create a fine point on charcoal
Large binder clips
Drawing board (as big as your large drawing paper). You can get one at the art supply store, or use a plain piece of masonite.
Pencil case
Pen for taking notes
Portfolio case that will hold all of your paper and drawing board
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Animation & Illustration Track
Learn the fundamentals of digital animation by transitioning from hand-drawn character designs to industry-standard digital tools! Focus on concept, character development, and world building while refining your skills to bring your creative ideas to life. In-person participants can take advantage of Moore’s Cintiq Labs, using cutting-edge technology to effortlessly create stories through animations.
Supply List
o Sketchbook (any size)
o Drawing instruments (pencils, erasers, etc.)
o Cintiq Drawing Pen (Included in classrooms)
o Drawing Tablet (Included in classrooms)
o Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Drawing Software (Included in classrooms)
o Adobe After Effects (Included in classrooms)
o After Effects Character Template project (Provided during class)
o Google Drive/Online Storage or Thumbdrive/Portable Hard drive, ~16 GB
o A Free Adobe Account*- Students do not need to have an Adobe subscription, but due to the way that Adobe’s programs work in the computer labs, it is highly encouraged for students to come on the first day with an account already created. Especially if students are under the age of 13 or do not have access to an email address.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
*Please select July 20 - July 24*
Calling all future fashion designers! In this course you will design and illustrate your own fashion designs and concepts while learning about color theory, fabric types, and garment construction. By the end of the course, you’ll have a collection of original designs with a unique viewpoint that will be ready to come to life when you learn how to sew and construct in Fashion II!
Supply List
Sketchbook
2 Illustration Boards (11x14) - Black or white
Pencil w/ eraser (mechanical or regular)
Drawing media (markers or color pencils)
Paints (acrylic or watercolor) in Red, Yellow, Blue, White, Black
Gluesticks
Scissors
Magazines
Sharpies
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Design shapes how the world sees, understands, and responds.
Graphic designers are the architects of visual communication—using imagery, color, typography, and layout to tell powerful stories and solve creative problems. In this hands-on course, you’ll learn the foundations of graphic design while developing your own visual voice and design style.
Through guided projects and real-world design challenges, you’ll explore composition, color theory, typography, branding, and visual storytelling. You’ll work with industry-standard tools through Adobe Creative Campus, gaining practical experience while building a polished portfolio of original designs.
By the end of the course, you’ll walk away with professional portfolio pieces, Adobe credentials to strengthen your résumé, and the confidence to communicate ideas clearly and creatively—whether you’re designing for art, activism, media, or future career pathways.
Supply List
o 32GB flash drive
o Folder
o Notebook and/or sketchbook
o Writing tools
o 2 – 3 physical examples of design they like (Examples: book covers, magazine articles, product packaging, mailers)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Step into the vibrant canvas of nature! Venture outdoors for thrilling field sketching exercises, where you'll breathe life into your artwork amidst the wonders of the plant and wildlife kingdom. Students will learn the fundamentals of botanical illustration, including plant anatomy, composition, and the use of various artistic techniques. With a focus on plants and flowers, students will engage in both traditional and digital illustration methods, honing their skills in sketching, shading, and color application.
Supply List
o Mixed Media Pad 11" x 14" (Blick, Strathmore)
o Ruler (ex. Westcott C-thru 12”)
o Watercolor or Guache set
o Paint brushes, palette, cup for water
o Bamboo stick and india ink
o 2 HB Drawing Pencils
o Pencil Sharpener
o Eraser ( Pentel Hi-Polymer)
o Inking Pens in sizes 05, 08, 1 & Brush (Ex: Uni-pen, Sakura)
o Art Marker (Copic Ciao/Copic Sketch Set, Prismacolor) or Colored Pencil Set(Prismacolor, Faber- Castell)
o Live plants or flowers (more info given in day 1 class)
*Students are encouraged to bring tools/supplies they already enjoy making art with
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Art & Design Track
Find your voice in color.
Acrylic paint is one of the most versatile and accessible mediums for painters at every stage—and a powerful tool for experimentation and expression. In this studio course, you’ll explore acrylic painting through hands-on projects that build both technical skill and personal style.
You’ll learn how to work with color, form, texture, and composition while painting from observation and imagination. Projects focus on the core elements of art—line, space, scale, color, and surface—encouraging you to experiment, take creative risks, and develop confidence in your process.
Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or refining an existing practice, this course welcomes beginners, intermediate, and advanced painters alike. By the end, you’ll have a body of expressive acrylic paintings and a stronger understanding of how to translate ideas and emotions into paint.
Supply List
o Blick studio acrylic set of 6
o Assorted Acrylic Paint brushes
o Palette Paper or Plastic Plates
o Plastic Cups
o Plastic Palette Knife (metal preferred)
o Stretched canvas or panel pack 8x10" or 11x14"
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person or online
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Animation & Illustration Track (in-person only)
*Please select in-person OR online for the week of July 27 - July 31*
Ready to take your original characters to the next level? In one of our most popular classes, learn how to bring a cast of your own OCs to life for a variety of digital media, including film, animation, comics and games. Discover the process of character development and secrets to bringing a character to life. This course covers foundational skills such as staging, silhouette, posture, costume, color and shapes to create characters with human traits and emotions.
Supply List
Bristol Pad 11” x 14” (Strathmore, Blick, or other brand)
2 HB Pencils
Pencil Sharpener
Pentel Hi-Polymer Eraser
Black Liner Pens: 0.35mm and a brush tip pen (Please bring any additional liner pen sizes you’d like to work with. Sakura, Faber-Castell, or other brand)
Prismacolor Premier Dual-Ended Brush Tip Marker Set of 12 OR Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencil Assorted Set of 24 (If you already own a similar set please feel free to use that instead)
Students are encouraged to bring any additional supplies they’d like to work with!
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Words have power—so let’s use them! This dynamic creative writing course, inspired by Moore’s Creative & Critical Studies curriculum, will fuel your imagination and sharpen your storytelling skills. Through engaging workshops, thought-provoking readings, and creative exercises, you’ll craft compelling narratives, experiment with poetry and prose, and develop your unique voice. Along the way, you’ll build confidence in sharing your work, learn to give and receive feedback like a pro, and discover how writing connects to the broader world of art and design. Whether you dream of being a novelist, screenwriter, or just want to strengthen your creative muscles, this course will prepare you to communicate, collaborate, and stand out in any artistic field!
Supply List:
Notebook or Sketchbook
Writing materials (penciles, pens, etc)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Ready to take your fashion design skills to the next level? In this class you will develop advanced construction skills while creating your unique projects with an emphasis on garment draping and embellishment. Show your finished garments on the runway! Class size is limited. Prerequisites: Fashion I: Illustration & Simple Sewing (Basic Sewing) or equivalent knowledge.
Supply List
Ruler
Sketchbook
Pencils & color pencils
Black sharpie fine point
Tracing paper
Bristol paper 9x12
Eraser
Clear tape
Hand sewing needles
Sewing threads
3 yards of NON-STRETCH fabric of your choice
2 yards of 4 WAY-STRETCH fabric of your choice
Plastic bobbin
Scissors
Pins
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Tell stories that move.
Go beyond short-form content and step into the full process of filmmaking—from first idea to final cut. In this introductory studio course, you’ll learn how filmmakers use story, image, sound, and editing to create powerful moving-image narratives.
Working individually and in teams, you’ll explore the foundations of filmmaking, including screenwriting, cinematography, sound design, editing, and film theory. Through hands-on projects, you’ll plan, shoot, and edit original short films while learning how to collaborate, solve creative challenges, and bring ideas to life on screen.
Whether you’re interested in directing, editing, cinematography, or simply telling better stories through video, this course offers a strong foundation for future creative work—on screen, online, or beyond.
Supply Details
In this course, we will utilize the following applications and editing software provided by the course instructor — students do not need to acquire any of these items:
o FiLMic Pro on personal device
o Voice Meme on personal device (iOS)
o Easy Record on personal device (Android)
o Adobe Creative Suite — Bridge, Premiere (provided in campus editing bay)
o DaVinci Resolve (provided in campus editing bay)
o Audacity (provided in campus editing bay)
The following items are required materials for the course — students are responsible for bringing in these personal items each class and acquiring digital storage for the firstclass meeting:
o Personal smartphone or comparable device
o Personal headphones or earbuds
o WD 1TB My Passport Portable External Hard Drive or any USB 3.0 (or greater)portable external hard drive with 128GB (or greater) storage.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Design the worlds people step into.
Entertainment Designers create the immersive environments behind theme parks, museums, concerts, exhibitions, and live experiences—where storytelling, space, and spectacle come together. In this hands-on course, you’ll explore how designers transform ideas into fully realized worlds that audiences can see, move through, and remember.
Through guided projects, you’ll learn the fundamentals of entertainment design, including set and environment design, interactive storytelling, spatial thinking, and visual world-building. You’ll experiment across mediums—sketching, digital design, and model-making—to develop concepts from early ideas to finished designs.
This course is ideal for creative thinkers who love imagining new worlds, solving design challenges, and bringing bold ideas to life. By the end, you’ll have original project work that showcases your creativity, process, and potential in one of the fastest-growing creative industries—your backstage pass to designing unforgettable experiences.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Art & Design Track
Are you looking for more of a challenge in your art practice? Explore your voice as an artist while experimenting with light and shadow, abstract composition, still-life drawing, life drawing, portraiture and landscape drawing. You will come away from this class with a body of work that shows key skill development, an enhanced awareness of art history and inspiration drawn from the contemporary art world. This course will teach you how to enhance your skills by discovering your personal style, which will shape your voice as an artist for years to come! Prerequisites: Drawing Foundation or equivalent knowledge.
Supply List
o Drawing pad (white sheets), 18 x 24 inches*
o Canson XL Series Mixed Media Pad *preferred*
o Art Portfolio with strap
o Selection of drawing pencils: 4H-6B
o Selection of erasers: white, gum, pink, kneaded
o Pencil sharpener (small and inexpensive)
o Vine charcoal & willow charcoal
o Compressed charcoal
o Assortment of blending stumps
o Spray fixative
o Drawing board and clips that can fit a 18 x 24 drawing pad
o 18-inch aluminum ruler
o Assortment of pastels
o India ink
o Assortment of brushes
o Container and lid for water
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Deepen your understanding of the figure and round out your portfolio in this essential multidisciplinary course. Illustrators, animators and fine artists are encouraged to take this class to practice large-scale figurative works and a learn a 3D approach to the human form. Students will get an in-depth overview of how to depict the human form based on bone and muscular structure. This course is the perfect next step for a student who has completed or is currently enrolled in Anatomy I or students advanced in figurative drawing. Prerequisites: Anatomy for Artists I or equivalent knowledge.
Supply List
Large newsprint pad for gesture sketches (No smaller than 12”x 18”)
Pad of drawing paper for finished work (at least 11”x14”)
Small sketchbook/notebook (9x12 or smaller) for taking notes
Charcoal sticks: Soft Willow or Extra Soft Vine. (NOT compressed charcoal)
Compressed charcoal: 2B, 4B
Drawing graphite pencils: H, 2B, 4B. Optional: 6B
Kneaded eraser
Normal eraser (mars plastic, polyurethane or PVC. Pink is OK but not ideal)
Pencil sharpener
X-acto knife (if you buy compressed charcoal pencils)
Sandpaper to create a fine point on charcoal
Large binder clips
Drawing board (as big as your large drawing paper). You can get one at the art supply store, or use a plain piece of masonite.
Pencil case
Pen for taking notes
Portfolio case that will hold all of your paper and drawing board
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Design the spaces people live, work, and feel inside.
Architecture and interior design shape how we move through the world—from the buildings that frame our cities to the rooms that define our everyday lives. In this hands-on, exploration-based studio, you’ll learn how designers turn ideas, moods, and needs into functional, beautiful spaces.
Through creative projects, you’ll explore the fundamentals of architectural and interior design, including geometry, structure, scale, spatial planning, and function. You’ll experiment with mixed media, sketching, and model-making to translate concepts into three-dimensional forms, while considering sustainability, material choices, and the emotional impact of space.
Whether you’re dreaming up bold buildings or designing interiors with a distinct vibe, this course helps you develop spatial thinking, creative problem-solving skills, and a personal design language—foundational tools for future study in architecture, interior design, and the built environment.
Supply List
o 18” x 24” Blick drawing pad, 70 sheets $17.00
o Triangular architect scale $5.00
o 45-45-90 Triangle $5.00
o Mechanical pencil (.5mm) $5.00
o Basic Colored Pencil Set (12) $5.00
o 5B pencil $2.00
o Gum eraser $1.00
o Sharpener $3.00
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Slow down, get grounded, and make something lasting. Form & Fire: Contemporary Ceramics Studio introduces high school students to the art and craft of working with clay through hands-on exploration and thoughtful design.
Students learn foundational handbuilding techniques to create functional and sculptural forms—such as bowls, vases, plates, and experimental vessels—while developing an understanding of form, balance, texture, and surface. Through guided demonstrations and individual studio time, students practice construction, trimming, and glaze application, gaining confidence with both process and materials.
This course takes place in Moore’s industry-standard ceramics studio and kiln room, located in the College’s brand-new VAULT facility. By the end of the week, students leave with finished ceramic works and a deeper appreciation for clay as a powerful, meditative, and expressive medium.
Skills & topics include:
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Handbuilding techniques (pinch, coil, slab)
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Functional and sculptural vessel design
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Surface texture and glaze application
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Studio practices and kiln processes
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Creative problem-solving through material exploration
No prior ceramics experience is required—just curiosity and a willingness to get your hands dirty.
Supply List
o Large, rectangular grout sponge for cleaning (such as this one)
o Pottery tool kit (such as this one), Kemper makes a good one; should be complete with:
o 1 - small, circular throwing sponge
o 1 - wire clay cutter
o 1 - wooden modeling tool, with a roughly 45 degree angle
o 1 - metal rib tool
o 1 - wooden rib tool
o 1 - needle tool
o 1 - ribbon tool
o 1 - fettling knife
o 6 soft, flexible brushes of various sizes for applying underglaze
o 2 roughly quart containers for pouring glaze (clean, empty yogurt cups work great)
o 2 small dishes for mixing underglaze (clean, empty yogurt cups work great)
o Apron
o Rag towel, for wiping hands
o Sketchbook, your preferred size
o 3 pencils
o 3 printed images of historical pottery for reference
o 3 printed images of contemporary pottery for reference
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Animation & Illustration Track (in-person only)
*Please select in-person OR online*
Are you passionate about storytelling through art? Unleash your creative potential in this dynamic course designed to nurture your artistic talents and help you master the captivating world of visual storytelling. This course is tailored for students who aspire to become comic book artists, graphic novelists, or simply wish to refine their drawing skills while exploring the rich art of sequential storytelling.
Supply List:
Bristol Pad 11” x 14” (Strathmore, Blick, or other brand)
2 HB Pencils
Pencil Sharpener
Pentel Hi-Polymer Eraser
Black Liner Pens: 0.35mm and a brush tip pen (Please bring any additional liner pen sizes you’d like to work with. Sakura, Faber-Castell, or other brand)
Black Marker (Prismacolor, Blick Studio, or any other brand)
Ruler (12” or longer)
Sketch book or scrap paper for preparatory sketches
Optional:
Prismacolor Premier Dual-Ended Brush Tip Marker Set of 12 OR Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencil Assorted Set of 24 (If you already own a similar set please feel free to use that instead)
Drafting Triangle
Smart Phone or Tablet to use for research and drawing references
Students are encouraged to bring any additional supplies they’d like to work with!
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Shoot on your phone. Load real film. Print in a darkroom. Take control of the image.
Explore the full spectrum of photography—from analog to digital—while building real technical skills and a strong visual voice. Begin with the foundations of film photography, learning how images are captured, developed, and printed by hand in the darkroom. Then shift into digital photography and photo editing, gaining essential skills in composition, camera controls, visual aesthetics, and Photoshop basics.
Along the way, you’ll experiment across formats, sharpen your eye, and learn how to make intentional, compelling images—no matter the tool. Plus, each student receives a 35mm film camera to use during the session, giving you hands-on access to the full photographic process from start to finish.
Supply List
o Film (buy two (2) of the same make. Do not buy one Ilford and one Kodak)
o Ilford HP5+ black and white film 35mm 36 exposure
o Kodak Tri-x black and white film 35mm 36 exposure
o Ilford RC multigrade paper. Can be glossy or pearl finish. I recommend looking for the student pack, it usually will come with two rolls of HP5+ film, the same noted above. A 25 pack of the paper will be fine.
Some stores that should have the supplies:
· B&H photo/video (NYC or online)
· Amazon (online)
· Unique Photo (Philadelphia and online)
· Webcam Photo (Philadelphia)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
* Please select August 10 - August 14*
Understanding human anatomy is an essential part of learning how to draw accurate body proportions. If you love drawing human bodies and forms realistically and want to further develop your skills, this is the class for you! Focus on 2D mediums and learn how to draw the human form through structures of skeletons, muscles and varying body types to create detailed masterpieces. This popular class is sure to take your figure drawing skills to the next level to wow college admissions teams!
Supply List
Large newsprint pad for gesture sketches (No smaller than 12”x 18”)
Pad of drawing paper for finished work (at least 11”x14”)
Small sketchbook/notebook (9x12 or smaller) for taking notes
Charcoal sticks: Soft Willow or Extra Soft Vine. (NOT compressed charcoal)
Compressed charcoal: 2B, 4B
Drawing graphite pencils: H, 2B, 4B. Optional: 6B
Kneaded eraser
Normal eraser (mars plastic, polyurethane or PVC. Pink is OK but not ideal)
Pencil sharpener
X-acto knife (if you buy compressed charcoal pencils)
Sandpaper to create a fine point on charcoal
Large binder clips
Drawing board (as big as your large drawing paper). You can get one at the art supply store, or use a plain piece of masonite.
Pencil case
Pen for taking notes
Portfolio case that will hold all of your paper and drawing board
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
*Please select August 10 - August 14, in-person*
Ready to take your original characters to the next level? In one of our most popular classes, learn how to bring a cast of your own OCs to life for a variety of digital media, including film, animation, comics and games. Discover the process of character development and secrets to bringing a character to life. This course covers foundational skills such as staging, silhouette, posture, costume, color and shapes to create characters with human traits and emotions.
Supply List
o Mixed Media Pad 11" x 14" (Blick, Strathmore)
o Ruler (ex. Westcott C-thru 12”)
o 2 HB Drawing Pencils
o Pencil Sharpener
o Eraser ( Pentel Hi-Polymer)
o Inking Pens
o Sizes 05, 08, 1 & Brush (Ex: Uni-pen, Sakura)
o Art Marker (Copic Ciao/Copic Sketch Set, Prismacolor) OR Colored Pencil Set
(Prismacolor, Faber-Castell)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person or online
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Animation & Illustration Track (in-person only)
*Please select the in-person OR online*
Deepen your understanding of the professional field of animation and game arts in our capstone Animation & Game Arts course for youth. This course is focused on concept, character development, world building and strengthening college application portfolio submissions. If you are interested in applying for Moore's Animation & Game Arts BFA program, this course will prepare you and your portfolio for application season while you develop your creative network. This course is also a great fit for those of you looking to take the next step in building your animation, illustration and game design skills. In-person participants will have the unique opportunity to utilize Moore's Cintiq Labs to create animations with ease using approachable state-of-the-art tools.
Supply List
o 16GB flash drive
o Sketchbook
o Graphite or Mechanical Pencil
o Polymer or Kneaded Rubber Eraser
On the first day, please bring 4-6 examples of character design, illustration, or animation work that you would like to draw inspiration from for your class project. This can include but is not limited to: Art books or comics from your personal collection, a pinterest board, links to youtube videos or your favorite artists’ social media pages/portfolio website, etc.
OPTIONAL: Tablet/ Computer with any art software: (Procreate $12.99, Adobe Photoshop is pretty expensive but if you have it already then that’s ok, FireAlpaca FREE, Flip-a-clip FREE. If you don’t have a tablet that’s ok you can still use a sketchbook and color with any medium you like.)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Art & Design Track
Prepare your portfolio with intention, confidence, and clarity. College Portfolio Intensive: Drawing & Painting is designed for high school students who are preparing to apply to college-level art and design programs and want focused guidance on what admissions teams are truly looking for.
Through structured studio work in drawing and painting, students strengthen core 2D foundations while developing portfolio-ready work in still life, landscape, and the human figure. Emphasis is placed on observational skill, composition, concept development, and personal voice—helping students move beyond assignments and toward cohesive, compelling portfolios.
A key feature of this course is an exclusive portfolio review with Moore’s Admissions team, offering students professional feedback, insight into the admissions process, and practical advice on presenting their work with confidence.
This course is ideal for students who want to refine their skills, articulate their creative vision, and build a supportive peer network as they take the next step toward college and creative careers.
Skills & focus areas include:
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Drawing and painting foundations for college portfolios
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Observational work: still life, landscape, and figure
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Concept development and visual storytelling
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Portfolio selection, sequencing, and presentation
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Admissions insight and one-on-one feedback
Supply list
o Mixed Media Pad or Drawing Pad at least 40 sheets, at least 11x14 (Example: Blick Mixed Media, 11x14)
o Vine Charcoal Medium, 12pk (Example: Blick Studio Vine 12pk)
o Compressed Charcoal 1 or more sticks, (Example: Derwent Medium Compressed Charcoal)
o Pencil Sharpener (Example: Kum metal single hole sharpener)
o Kneaded Eraser
o Pencil, at least 1 (HB or 2B)
o Blending Stumps
o A selection of bristle and soft long handle paint brushes, sizes around 4,6,8; Filbert, Flat, Round
o Metal palette knife (long diamond shape)
o Acrylic Paint: Suggested colors: Titanium white, Ivory Black, Ultramarine Blue, Alizarin Crimson Hue, Cadmium Yellow Light Hue, Burnt Umber
o Palette for mixing (you can repurpose and old glass or plastic plate from home or purchase a glass or plastic palette)
o Painting Supports: 3-4 canvases (16x20 or 18x24) OR Canvas Pad (16x20 or 18x24)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Design objects people actually use.
Product designers transform ideas into functional, thoughtfully designed objects—balancing creativity, usability, and innovation. In this hands-on studio course, you’ll explore the full product design process, from early ideas to finished prototypes, while developing problem-solving and critical-thinking skills along the way.
Through a series of design challenges, you’ll learn how to research user needs, sketch concepts, refine forms, and test solutions. You’ll create detailed drawings, digital renderings, and physical prototypes while gaining experience with industry tools such as CAD software and 3D printing technology.
This course is ideal for students who love building, tinkering, and improving how things work. By the end, you’ll have original product designs and a clearer understanding of how designers move from concept to creation—foundational experience for future study in product design, industrial design, engineering, and creative technology.
Supply List
o 32GB flash drive
o Folder
o Notebook and/or sketchbook
o Writing tools
o 2 – 3 physical examples of design they like (Examples: book covers, magazine articles, product packaging, mailers)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
*Please select August 10 - August 14*
Calling all future fashion designers! In this course you will design and illustrate your own fashion designs and concepts while learning about color theory, fabric types, and garment construction. By the end of the course, you’ll have a collection of original designs with a unique viewpoint that will be ready to come to life when you learn how to sew and construct in Fashion II!
Supply List
Sketchbook
2 Illustration Boards (11x14) - Black or white
Pencil w/ eraser (mechanical or regular)
Drawing media (markers or color pencils)
Paints (acrylic or watercolor) in Red, Yellow, Blue, White, Black
Gluesticks
Scissors
Magazines
Sharpies
Grades 6-8 | Courses by Week
Mix and match a variety of popular artistic concentrations for middle school students like illustration, animation and game arts, fine arts, fashion, interior design, graphic design, and more!
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Animation & Illustration Track
Turn doodles into designs.
Do you spend all day doodling characters in the margins of your notebooks? In this fun, creative studio course, you’ll take those ideas further—designing your own characters, scenes, and story worlds while learning how illustrators bring drawings to life.
Through guided projects, you’ll explore drawing techniques, character development, and visual storytelling. You’ll create a growing cast of original characters and environments while experimenting with style, expression, and imagination.
Inspired by one of Moore’s most popular high school courses, this class is a perfect introduction for students interested in illustration, animation, cartooning, game design, and creative storytelling. No experience needed—just curiosity, creativity, and a love of drawing!
Supply List:
o Mixed Media or Watercolor pad - 11”x14” (Blick, Strathmore or Canson)o Set of 12 Watercolor pencils (Either Winsor & Newton, Faber-Castell or Prismacolor)o 2-3 Watercolor brushes (one round and one flat)o Micron Pens - Set of 6 Assortedo Assortment of artist pencils (2H, H, F, B, HB, 2B preferred)o (1) Kneaded Eraser and (1) White Vinyl Erasero Small sketchbook or notebook for taking notes and jotting down ideaso Additionally, PLEASE BRING: Coloring medium of your choice (art markers, gouache, watercolor, acrylic, etc.)o Other materials to use with chosen coloring mediums (brushes, watercolor paper, canvas panels, etc.)(Highly recommended for research) Technology of your choice (laptop or tablet)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Art & Design Track
Turn ideas into art.
Discover your creativity while learning the fundamentals of drawing and painting in Moore’s spacious, light-filled studios. In this hands-on class, you’ll experiment with a variety of materials—including pencil, charcoal, watercolor, and paint—as you bring ideas from your imagination onto paper and canvas.
Each week, you’ll build skills step by step, moving from quick sketches to more finished drawings and paintings. You’ll learn how artists use line, shape, color, and texture to create expressive artwork, all while exploring your own unique style.
Perfect for curious beginners and young artists alike, this class encourages experimentation, confidence, and creative growth. No experience needed—just a willingness to try new things and have fun making art!
Supply List
o HB Pencils
o Hard and Soft Charcoal
o Blick studio acrylic set of 6
o Assorted Acrylic Paint brushes
o Palette Paper or Plastic Plates
o Plastic Cups
o Plastic Palette Knife (metal preferred)
o Stretched canvas or panel pack 8x10" or 11x14"
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Animation & Illustration Track
Create characters that feel alive.
Bring your imagination to life in this fun, creative character design class! You’ll invent original characters with unique personalities, styles, and stories—then learn how artists turn ideas into memorable designs for animation, games, comics, and more.
From quick sketches to finished illustrations, you’ll explore how shape, expression, clothing, and movement help characters tell a story. You’ll experiment with different drawing techniques and beginner-friendly digital tools while building a cast of expressive, one-of-a-kind creations.
Perfect for students who love drawing, storytelling, and dreaming up new worlds, this class encourages creativity, confidence, and bold ideas. No experience needed—just bring your imagination!
Supply List:
o Mixed Media Pad 11x14 or larger
o HB Drawing Pencils (#2 pencils)
o Mars Plastic Eraser
o 12”+ ruler (Westcott C-Thru Rulers recommended)
o Fine tip ink pens (Tombow Dual Brush Pens recommended)
o Art Marker or Colored Pencil Set
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Art & Design Track
Paint boldly. Explore freely.
Learn the fundamentals of painting using acrylics—one of the most accessible and versatile painting materials. In this hands-on studio class, you’ll create colorful, expressive artwork while experimenting with paint, brushes, and techniques.
You’ll explore how artists use shape, color, line, space, size, and texture to create exciting paintings inspired by real-life objects and your imagination. Through fun projects and guided instruction, you’ll build confidence, try new ideas, and develop your own painting style.
Whether you’re brand new to painting or already love to paint, this class welcomes all skill levels. Bring your curiosity and creativity—by the end, you’ll have a collection of vibrant acrylic paintings to show off!
Supply List
o Blick studio acrylic set of 6
o Assorted Acrylic Paint brushes
o Palette Paper or Plastic Plates
o Plastic Cups
o Plastic Palette Knife (metal preferred)
o Stretched canvas or panel pack 8x10" or 11x14"
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Animation & Illustration Track
Bring your drawings to life.
Love Disney, anime, and animated stories? In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll learn how animators turn drawings into moving characters and tell stories through motion.
You’ll explore both traditional animation techniques and beginner-friendly digital tools while creating short animated sequences. From sketching characters and planning movement to adding action and emotion, you’ll discover how animation works frame by frame.
Perfect for students who love drawing, storytelling, and creative technology, this class is a great introduction for aspiring animators, game designers, digital artists, and illustrators. No experience needed—just imagination and curiosity!
Supply List
o 16GB flash drive
o Graphite pencil
o Polymer eraser
o Kneaded eraser
o Sketchbook
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Art & Design Track
Learn how to draw people with confidence.
Want to make your drawings of people look more realistic? In this class, you’ll explore how the human body works so you can draw it more accurately and expressively. You’ll study basic anatomy—like bones, muscles, proportions, and different body types—and learn how artists use this knowledge to create strong figure drawings.
You’ll draw from a live, clothed model and experiment with materials such as graphite, charcoal, and Conte crayons. Through guided practice, you’ll build skills in observation, proportion, and gesture while gaining confidence in drawing the human form.
Perfect for students who love drawing people or want to take their art skills to the next level, this course welcomes all experience levels. Whether you’re drawing for fun or thinking ahead to future art classes, you’ll leave with stronger skills and more polished figure drawings.
Supply List
Graphite pencil set
Vine charcoal
Polymer eraser
24x18 (inches Drawing paper (100lb weight or more)
9x12 (inches) Tracing paper
Drawing board (to hold 24x18 paper)
A briefcase or portfolio for transport/storage
1 roll of tape
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Design spaces that look good and work well.
Do you love imagining cool buildings or decorating spaces to match a certain vibe? In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll explore the basics of architecture and interior design while turning your ideas into real designs.
Through creative projects, you’ll learn how shape, structure, and purpose come together to make great spaces. You’ll sketch ideas, build three-dimensional models, and experiment with materials while thinking about comfort, style, and sustainability. You’ll also explore how designers make spaces that are both planet-friendly and uniquely personal.
By the end of the course, you’ll design interior spaces that reflect your own style and creativity—and gain new ways to think about the spaces you live in every day. No experience needed—just curiosity and imagination!
Supply List
o 18” x 24” Blick drawing pad, 70 sheets $17.00
o Triangular architect scale $5.00
o 45-45-90 Triangle $5.00
o Mechanical pencil (.5mm) $5.00
o Basic Colored Pencil Set (12) $5.00
o 5B pencil $2.00
o Gum eraser $1.00
o Sharpener $3.00
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Art & Design Track
Make ideas look awesome.
Graphic designers use art, color, and technology to share ideas in powerful ways. In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll learn how to design eye-catching images while solving creative problems and developing your own visual style.
You’ll explore the basics of graphic design—images, color, fonts, and layout—through guided projects using beginner-friendly digital tools. Along the way, you’ll experiment, try new ideas, and learn how designers make choices that help their work stand out.
Perfect for students who love being creative and thinking visually, this class welcomes all experience levels. By the end, you’ll have a collection of awesome designs you can show off—and new confidence as a designer!
Supply List
o 32GB flash drive
o Folder
o Notebook and/or sketchbook
o Writing tools
o 2 – 3 physical examples of design they like (Examples: book covers, magazine articles, product packaging, mailers)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Animation & Illustration Track
Tell stories through pictures.
Love comics, graphic novels, or making up stories with drawings? In this creative course, you’ll learn how artists use images, words, and panels to tell powerful visual stories.
You’ll explore character creation, story planning, pacing, and page layout while learning traditional comic-making techniques. Through hands-on projects, you’ll design your own comic pages and short graphic narratives, experimenting with style, expression, and storytelling choices.
Perfect for students who love drawing, writing, or imagining new worlds, this class encourages creativity and self-expression. By the end, you’ll have your own original comics or graphic stories—and new skills in visual storytelling to share with others!
Supply List:
o Mixed Media Pad 9" x 12" (Blick, Strathmore)
o 2 HB Drawing Pencils
o Pencil Sharpener (Kum Wedge Sharpener - Double-Hole)
o Eraser ( Pentel Hi-Polymer)
o Ruler
o 2 Inking Pens in sizes 08 & Brush (Ex: Uni-pen, Sakura)
Art Markers (Prismacolor Premier Dual-Ended Brush Tip Marker - Set of 12) OR Colored Pencil Set (Prismacolor Col-Erase Pencil Set - Set of 24, Assorted Colors)
**Students are encouraged to bring tools/supplies they already have/enjoy making art with**
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Let your ideas take the lead.
Words have power—and in this creative writing class, yours get to go on an adventure! Through fun games, imaginative prompts, and hands-on activities, you’ll explore storytelling, poetry, and creative writing in a supportive and playful environment.
You’ll invent wild characters, build exciting worlds, and turn your ideas into stories you’re excited to share. Each day, you’ll write, read inspiring examples, and exchange work with classmates while learning how to give kind, helpful feedback.
This class is perfect for students who love playing with words—whether you’re writing fantasy, personal stories, or something totally unexpected. Along the way, you’ll discover how writing connects to art, design, and creative careers, all while building confidence and finding your unique creative voice.
Supply List:
Notebook or Sketchbook
Writing materials (penciles, pens, etc)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Animation & Illustration Track
Create the worlds players explore.
Love video games? Ever wondered how game worlds, characters, and environments are created? In this hands-on course, you’ll explore the art behind video games and learn how artists use creativity and technology to bring virtual worlds to life.
Through fun, guided projects, you’ll design characters, environments, and game elements while learning the basics of digital art and visual storytelling. You’ll experiment with drawing, digital tools, and world-building techniques to turn your ideas into playable-looking designs.
This course is perfect for curious, imaginative students who enjoy drawing, gaming, and creating new worlds. No experience needed—just bring your ideas and your creativity! By the end, you’ll have original artwork and designs that show how art shapes the games people love to play.
Supply List:
o Sketchbook (at least 9x12)
o Drawing utensils of your choice! (pen, pencil, charcoal, etc.)
o Flash drive or external hard drive (2GB minimum)
o A free Adobe Account - Students do not need to have an Adobe subscription, but due to the way that Adobe’s programs work in the computer labs, it is highly encouraged for students to come on the first day with an accountalready created.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Create magical worlds, one drawing at a time.
Dragons? Absolutely. Unicorns? Of course. Mermaids? Always. In this imaginative illustration class, you’ll bring fantasy creatures, enchanted landscapes, and legendary characters to life through drawing and design.
You’ll explore traditional drawing techniques and beginner-friendly digital tools while learning how artists create fantasy worlds for books, games, and animation. Through fun projects and creative prompts, you’ll develop your own characters, settings, and stories—building confidence in your drawing skills along the way.
Perfect for students who love epic stories, magical beasts, and letting their imagination run wild, this class encourages creativity, experimentation, and bold ideas. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and your love of fantasy!
Supply List:
o Mixed Media Pad 11x14 or larger
o HB Drawing Pencils (#2 pencils)
o Mars Plastic Eraser
o 12”+ ruler (Westcott C-Thru Rulers recommended)
o Fine tip ink pens (Tombow Dual Brush Pens recommended)
o Art Marker or Colored Pencil Set
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm, in-person
Save $700: Enroll as part of the Art & Design Track
Design it. Draw it. Make it.
Love fashion, style, and expressing ideas through clothing? In this creative, beginner-friendly class, you’ll explore the world of fashion design—from sketching outfits to learning simple sewing techniques.
You’ll experiment with fashion illustration, styling, fabric choices, inspiration boards, and basic draping while discovering how designers use color, shape, proportion, and texture to communicate ideas. Through hands-on projects, you’ll learn how clothing can tell a story and reflect personal style.
Perfect for students who love drawing, crafting, or imagining new looks, this class welcomes all experience levels. By the end, you’ll have fashion sketches, design concepts, and simple sewn pieces to include in a growing creative portfolio—plus lots of confidence in your own style.
Supply List
Sketchbook
2 Illustration Boards (11x14) - Black or white
Pencil w/ eraser (mechanical or regular)
Drawing media (markers or color pencils)
Paints (acrylic or watercolor) in Red, Yellow, Blue, White, Black
Gluesticks
Scissors
Magazines
Sharpies
Multi-Week Deals
Get the most out of your summer with a discounted multi-week deal! Spend five weeks building artistic skills and exploring creative disciplines and careers to develop real-world skills. (Plus, save $700 over individual course registrations!)
One track. Five courses. A complete creative pathway.
This immersive 5-week track is designed for students who love animation, illustration, comics, and video game art—and want to build serious skills, a strong portfolio, and confidence in visual storytelling.
Students progress through a curated sequence of courses that strengthen drawing, character design, animation, and world-building skills while developing a personal visual style. It’s the perfect launchpad for future animators, illustrators, game designers, storyboard artists, and creative technologists.
TRACK HIGHLIGHTS
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Access to Moore’s industry-standard Cintiq Labs
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A structured, multi-week learning experience (no piecing together classes!)
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An exclusive portfolio review with Moore’s Admissions team
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A clear $700 savings compared to registering for courses individually
CHOOSE YOUR TRACK
High School Track (Grades 9-12)
Courses included:
- 🎮 Playable Worlds: Art for Video Games
- 👾 Animation Bootcamp
- 🦹 Character Design
- 💥 Comics & Graphic Novels
- 💼 Career Lab: Animation & Illustration
Middle School Track (Grades 6-8)
Courses included:
- 🌳 Illustrator's Studio: Drawing Characters & Worlds
- 🦸 Characters Unleashed: Character Design Studio
- 👾 Animate It! Animator’s Studio
- 💥 Create a Comic: Storytelling Through Art
- 🎮 Playable Worlds: Art for Video Games
TRACK COST & VALUE
$2,800 total
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Save $700 compared to individual course registration
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Includes all five in-person courses
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No extra enrollment steps—register once and you’re set for the full summer track
PERFECT FOR STUDENTS WHO...
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Love drawing, animation, comics, or video games
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Want to build a cohesive portfolio
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Learn best through immersive, hands-on experiences
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Are exploring creative careers or advanced art programs
Build the foundation every creative path is built on.
The Art & Design Track is an immersive 5-week experience designed for students who want to strengthen their core skills in drawing, painting, and design—skills that support every creative discipline, from fine art and illustration to fashion, design, and entrepreneurship.
Through a carefully sequenced set of studio courses, students develop technical confidence, creative voice, and portfolio-ready work. Whether you’re preparing for college-level art programs, building a scholarship-worthy portfolio, or laying the groundwork for a creative business, this track provides the tools, structure, and support to get you there.
TRACK HIGHLIGHTS
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A cohesive, multi-week studio experience (no guessing which classes to take)
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Strong foundations in drawing, painting, design, and the human form
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An exclusive portfolio review with Moore’s Admissions team
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A clear $700 savings compared to individual course registration
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All courses held in person in Moore’s professional studio spaces
CHOOSE YOUR TRACK
High School Track (Grades 9-12)
Courses included:
- ✏️ Drawing Foundation
- 💀 Anatomy for Artists I
- 🎨 Paint in Practice: Acrylic Painting
- 🖼️ Advanced Drawing
- 🎓 College Portfolio Preparation: Drawing & Painting
Middle School Track
Courses included:
- 🖼️ Marks & Colors: Drawing & Painting Studio
- 🎨 Color In Action: Acrylic Painting
- 🧍 Drawing the Human Form: Anatomy for Artists
- 📐 Design It! Introduction to Graphic Design
- 👗 Fashion Studio: Illustration & Simple Sewing
TRACK COST & VALUE
$2,800 total
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Save $700 compared to individual course registration
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Includes all five in-person courses
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No extra enrollment steps—register once and you’re set for the full summer track
PERFECT FOR STUDENTS WHO...
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Want to build strong art and design foundations
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Are preparing for college portfolios or advanced art programs
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Love drawing, painting, fashion, and design exploration
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Want structured guidance, not scattered classes
Design the spaces, systems, and worlds we live in.
The Design & Built Worlds Track is an immersive 5-week experience for students interested in architecture, interior environments, product design, spatial storytelling, and digital world-building. This track introduces students to how designers think—moving from observation and research to sketching, modeling, prototyping, and presentation.
Through a carefully sequenced set of studio courses, students build strong foundations in spatial design, visual communication, and creative problem-solving. Whether you’re exploring a future in architecture, interior or industrial design, game and entertainment design, or creative technology, this track provides the structure, tools, and mentorship to bring ideas into three-dimensional form.
TRACK HIGHLIGHTS
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A cohesive, multi-week studio experience focused on design thinking and spatial practice
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Foundations in architecture, interior design, digital visualization, and world-building
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Emphasis on process: research, sketching, prototyping, and iteration
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A clear $700 savings compared to individual course registration
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All courses held in person in Moore’s professional studio spaces
CHOOSE YOUR TRACK High School Track (Grades 9–12)
Courses included:
- 🎮 Playable Worlds: Art for Video Games
- 📐 Signal & Noise: Graphic Design Foundations
- 🌌 World Builders: Immersive Entertainment Design
- 🏛️ Built Space: Architecture & Interior Design
- 🧠Design in 3D: Product & Prototype Studio
Middle School Track (Grades 6–8)
Courses included:
- 🌳 Illustrator's Studio: Drawing Characters & Worlds
- 🎨Color in Action: Acrylic Painting
- 🏛️ Space Makers: Architecture & Interior Design
- 📐Design It! Introduction to Graphic Design
- 🎮 Playable Worlds: Art for Video Games
TRACK COST & VALUE
$2,800 total
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Save $700 compared to individual course registration
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Includes all five in-person courses
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No extra enrollment steps—register once and you’re set for the full summer track
PERFECT FOR STUDENTS WHO
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Are curious about architecture, interiors, cities, objects, and systems
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Love building, sketching, planning, or imagining environments
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Want to explore design careers in a structured, supportive setting
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Enjoy creative problem-solving and thinking in 3D and 4D
