Summer is the perfect time for aspiring young artists (13-18 yrs. old) to attend the Cranbrook Summer Art Institute. The program is designed to help young artists explore new avenues of intensive artistic development and creative inspiration, perfect for the student looking to prepare for college or for the one looking to acquire a new skill*all abilities welcome.

CSAI is based on the educational model of the Cranbrook Academy of Art, ranked as one of the top 5 graduate art schools in the nation by the U.S. News and World Report. In addition, our staff is second to none. Every instructor either has a master’s degree from Cranbrook or is currently enrolled to earn one.

Each 3-week class features demonstrations by practicing artists and designers, access to open studios, an exhibition opening, day trips and exciting social events. Come to the Cranbrook Summer Art Institute*challenge yourself and have a blast doing it!

For more information, click on our logo above or CampRequest to send us an email!

Session 1: June 20 - July 8

• Visible Sound: The Art of Music Videos
• The Architecture Studio
• Eco-Arts: Sculpture and Drawing
• Asian Art: Making with Paper

Session 2: July 11 - July 29

• Art and Design: The Digital Collage
• Sculpture and the Abstract
• Zines: The Underground Magazine
• Fashion Design

Session 3: August 1 - August 19

• Digital Photography: Truth Versus Fiction
• T-Shirt Propaganda
• Drawing and Painting
• The Cranny House: Architectural Shadowbox