2026 Summer Art Program SCHEDULE
June 8 – August 9, 2026
Weekly Class Schedule
Monday ………………….… Closed (Except Monday, June 8)
Tuesday – Friday……………1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday………………………10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Sunday…………………………9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Drawing (6/8 – 6/28)
This section is suitable for beginning, intermediate, advanced students, as well as students preparing college-level art portfolios.
Course content includes:
Still life drawing
Landscape drawing
Figure drawing
Gesture sketching
Perspective
Structure and proportion
Light and shadow
Spatial understanding
Observational training
Students will develop stronger observational skills, structural understanding, and personal artistic expression through demonstrations, critiques, and guided studio practice.
Color & Painting (6/30 – 7/12)
This section includes:
Oil painting
Acrylic painting
Watercolor
Colored pencil
Creative painting studies
Suitable for beginning through advanced students, including students preparing portfolio-level artwork.
Students will explore:
Color theory
Composition
Material techniques
Personal expression through color
Master studies in painting
Instruction includes demonstrations, critiques, and analysis of historical and contemporary artworks.
Design / Mixed Media / Printmaking (July 14 – July 26)
Students will:
Learn the foundations of digital drawing and graphic design
Explore mixed media techniques and experimental materials
Study printmaking processes and thematic visual development
Topics may include:
Mixed media composition
Pen & ink
Collage
Printmaking
Digital illustration
Visual storytelling
Creative design thinking
This section is especially valuable for students interested in:
Illustration
Design
Animation
Communication Design
Portfolio development
Creative Development & Portfolio (7/28 – 8/9)
Students will explore:
Personal artistic voice
Creative concept development
Visual storytelling
Experimental media
Independent project development
Students are encouraged to investigate various artistic styles, themes, and methods of expression while developing stronger conceptual and portfolio-quality work.
Class critiques and discussions will include analysis of master artists and contemporary creative practices.
ART APPRECIATION & MUSEUM STUDIES
Students may participate in museum visits and on-site art studies.
Through guided discussions and analysis, students will learn:
Artistic techniques
Historical context
Visual language
Composition and aesthetics
Personal interpretation of artwork
Museum visit schedules will be announced separately.
ONLINE & IN-PERSON OPTIONS
This summer program offers Hybrid participation: Students may choose in-person instruction or online instruction, depending on their schedules and individual needs.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
High school students are strongly encouraged to use the summer months effectively to develop high-quality portfolio work.
Additional makeup sessions or individualized scheduling may be arranged under special circumstances.
OPEN STUDIO (Weekend Program)
Weekend sessions operate as Open Studio.
Students may continue projects developed during the week while receiving:
Individual critiques
Technical guidance
Portfolio advising
Creative direction
This is especially beneficial for advanced students and portfolio preparation.
Saturday…………………10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Sunday……………………9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
SCHOOL POLICIES
The summer program runs from June 8 – August 9, 2026. Students may choose flexible attendance periods depending on their schedules. Advance notice is required for planning purposes.
Tuition is due upon registration.
Schedule adjustments may occur depending on enrollment. Families will be notified in advance if changes are necessary.
TUITION
$25 per hour. Minimum payment block: 20 hours
PAYMENT METHODS
Zelle: zimeigui2003@gmail.com
Venmo: @ningzeng
Checks payable to: BPC Art Studio