Summer Art & Design Classes for Teens
ArtCenter’s Summer Extension Programs offer high school students a flexible range of short-term, project-based courses designed to introduce them to art and design.
Whether you’re exploring a creative field for the first time or preparing for a future in art and design, these programs extend ArtCenter’s culture of making, critique, and mentorship to a new generation of creators.
Students learn directly from experienced faculty while working through real-world creative processes in a supportive studio environment.
Summer 2026 programs have concluded. Stay tuned for information about next summer’s offerings.
Stay Connected
Interested in future Summer Extension Programs at ArtCenter?
Join our mailing list to receive updates about next summer’s classes, registration, and other opportunities to explore art and design at ArtCenter.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re happy to help and look forward to hearing from you.
ArtCenter Extension
626 396-2319
acx@artcenter.edu
Summer Teens Program
Entertainment Design alumna finds career path through ArtCenter for Teens
A New Chapter for Extended Studies
ArtCenter’s Extended Studies programs have long created opportunities for creative learners. For years, programs like Saturday High, ArtCenter at Night, and ACX have helped thousands build skills and grow creatively.
Next year, Extended Studies will enter a new chapter with refreshed programming and new opportunities for professional creatives—whether they want to learn new skills, advance their careers, or prepare for college.
Start Creating at Your Own Pace
Choose from a series of artist-inspired activities designed to help you reflect, design, and express your ideas—whenever inspiration strikes.
