KIDS CONSTRUCTIVE DRAWING CAMP

July 8 - July 10 (Wed to Fri)

9:00am-12:00pm

*This class will be held at our second location at 10 Nassau St, Suite 23*

This focused three-day camp introduces students to the foundations of constructive drawing. Participants learn how to build objects from simple geometric forms, understand proportion, and organize space on the page with clarity and structure. Through guided demonstrations and individual instruction, students practice translating observation into solid, dimensional drawings. Emphasis is placed on careful looking, logical construction, and developing confidence in line and form.

All materials are included.

Location: 10 Nassau St, Suite 23

TEENS CONSTRUCTIVE DRAWING CAMP

July 8 - July 10 (Wed to Fri)

1:00pm - 4:00pm

*This class will be held at our second location at 10 Nassau St, Suite 23*

AGES 14+

This focused three-day camp introduces students to the foundations of constructive drawing. Participants learn how to build objects from simple geometric forms, understand proportion, and organize space on the page with clarity and structure. Through guided demonstrations and individual instruction, students practice translating observation into solid, dimensional drawings. Emphasis is placed on careful looking, logical construction, and developing confidence in line and form.

All materials are included.

Location: 10 Nassau St, Suite 23

Session 1: July 13, 2026 - July 17, 2026

Session 2: July 20, 2026 - July 24, 2026

9:00am - 3:00pm

*This camp is located at our 10 Nassau St Location*

The Studio Foundations Art Camp is a week-long program that introduces students to academic drawing and painting, as we ll as other creative crafting mediums. Created for motivated young artists from beginners to advanced, the camp combines strong technical instruction with creative exploration suited to each age group.

Students will develop essential skills in drawing and painting while working across a range of subjects and materials. Additional projects will include clay sculpture, plaster casting, sketchbook compositions, and more. Students will also have short field trip opportunities to the Princeton University Art Museum.

All materials are included.

MATERIALS NOT INCLUDED

AGES 16+

This four-week course will be a focused introduction to the principles of portrait painting from observation. Students will begin with studies from constructive drawing diagrams to establish a clear understanding of the head’s structure, emphasizing planar construction, proportion, and anatomical landmarks.

In following sessions, students will work directly from the model in a series of short-format painted studies. These exercises are designed to reinforce observation of form, color, and light. Instruction includes demonstrations, critique, and ongoing one-on-one feedback.

Open to beginning, intermediate and advanced students who seek to strengthen their understanding of clarity and structure in portraiture.

Tuition: $600

When: Mondays, July 13, 2026 - August 3, 2026; 10:30AM - 4:00PM

A Pre-College Intensive in Classical Training and Portfolio Development

The PAA Summer Residency is an intensive, pre-college program designed for high school students preparing for college-level fine art programs. This rigorous, full-day residency mirrors the expectations of top art schools by combining technical training in classical drawing and painting with conceptual portfolio development.

Program Structure

Students divide their time between two key areas of study:

Classical Training in Advanced-Level Workshops: Students train alongside adult artists in PAA’s advanced studio courses, building technical fluency in still life painting, figure drawing, landscape painting, and portrait painting. Through direct engagement with observational study, material handling, and historical methods, students develop a strong technical foundation that will support their future artistic pursuits.

Creative Development: In structured creative development sessions, students expand upon their morning coursework, applying the principles of classical training to their independent, concept-driven projects. Advanced prompts challenge students to integrate historical methods with contemporary creative thinking, ensuring their portfolios demonstrate both technical ability and originality. These qualities are essential for competitive college applications.

110 Hours of Work Time!

Equivalent to 90% of the work time available during the academic year (approx 123 work hours during the acadmeic year)

Program Details

Dates: July 13 - August 7

10:30AM - 4:00PM

MATERIALS NOT INCLUDED

Ages 16+

Tuesdays, August 14, 2026 - August 4, 2026

10:30am - 4:00pm

This four-week summer workshop focuses on still life and landscape painting through traditional oil techniques. The course emphasizes careful observation, compositional structure, and the disciplined study of light and color.

Throughout the workshop, students receive individualized critiques and demonstrations that clarify process, with the goal to develop technical fluency and visual understanding.

This workshop is suitable for both developing and experienced painters seeking sustained practice within a rigorous and supportive studio environment.

Tuesdays: July 14, 2026 - August 4, 2026

OR

Wednesdays: July 15, 2026 - August 5, 2026

7:00PM-9:00PM

Tuition: $500 for one day per week, or $750 for both (Save $150!)

IF REGISTERING FOR BOTH DAYS, PLEASE REGISTER HERE

This four-week summer night class follows the same structure and standards as our academic-year evening program, offering focused studio practice in a disciplined environment. Students may choose to work in drawing or painting, with subjects including still life, landscape, and portrait. Individual guidance and critique is provided throughout each class, supporting both developing and experienced artists.

This summer session offers an opportunity to continue studio practice, strengthen foundational skills, and work consistently within a focused evening setting.

Tuesdays: July 14, 2026 - August 4, 2026

AND

Wednesdays: July 15, 2026 - August 5, 2026

7:00PM-9:00PM

Tuition: $500 for one day per week, or $750 for both (Save $150!)

This four-week summer night class follows the same structure and standards as our academic-year evening program, offering focused studio practice in a disciplined environment. Students may choose to work in drawing or painting, with subjects including still life, landscape, and portrait. Individual guidance and critique is provided throughout each class, supporting both developing and experienced artists.

This summer session offers an opportunity to continue studio practice, strengthen foundational skills, and work consistently within a focused evening setting.