Summer at The Studio Door
Teen Art Camp in San Diego – Hosted in a professional working gallery
Inspire. Create. Exhibit.
Summer at The Studio Door is a weeklong art camp for teens (ages 13–18) held in the creative heart of San Diego at The Studio Door. Students learn foundational art skills, study inspiring artists, and complete their own project to exhibit in a real gallery space.
⚠ Only 10 spots per week! Secure your place now.
Use code SUMMER at checkout to receive 20% off when signing up for multiple weeks.
2025 Session Dates
- Week 1: July 7–11 – Portraiture & Expression Sign Up
- Week 2: July 14–18 – Still Life & Landscape Sign Up
- Week 3: July 21–25 – Abstract & Conceptual Art Sign Up
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Monday–Friday
Location: The Studio Door, 3867 Fourth Ave, San Diego
Tuition: $400/week
Includes: Basic art materials (students may bring additional supplies)
What Students Will Learn
- Drawing and painting fundamentals
- Color theory, tools, and techniques
- Art history and creative expression
- Daily critique and peer review
- Gallery prep and final project exhibition
Daily Structure
- Day 1: Theme intro, sketching, project brainstorming
- Days 2–3: Color theory, technique, sample paintings
- Days 4–5: Student project, gallery prep, mentorship
- Friday afternoon: Family-friendly gallery exhibition
Why Choose Us?
Summer at The Studio Door takes place inside a working gallery—not a classroom. Students are surrounded by 17 professional studio artists and experience mentorship, creativity, and community in an inspiring, real-world setting.
Parent Notes
- Drop-off: 11:45 AM · Pick-up: 4:00 PM
- Bring a water bottle and optional snack
- Consent form signed on Day 1 (photo release + gallery content note)
- Nude artwork may be present in the gallery but is not part of the curriculum