Summer Design Foundation Academy

(12-17 yrs)

Step into the world of design this summer! In this hands-on studio program, young creators explore what designers do across a range of exciting disciplines led by educators from the Wilson School of Design. Each day features a new focus—illustration, product design, soft construction, digital creativity, and more. Participants will turn ideas into physical and digital creations, build inspiration boards, sketch concepts, create soft objects, and try beginner-friendly image manipulation using Adobe Photoshop. With guided at-home mini projects and personalized instructor feedback, each participant will develop unique, portfolio-ready work.