Pre-College Studio Intensive: Painting and Drawing for Ages 15-18 (In Person) | Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Pre-College Studio Intensive: Painting and Drawing for Ages 15-18 (In Person)

This class focuses on the majors of drawing and painting. Open to ages 15 to 18.

Course description

Work in MCAD's professional and expansive drawing and painting classrooms to hone fine arts skills and define a creative vision. Using traditional drawing and painting media, explore the wide range of techniques used by fine artists today.

The painting section includes hands-on color theory exercises, observational studies, Master copies, and experimental research. The drawing section focuses on techniques such as organizational line, planar analysis, perspective, and value to create dynamic drawings.

Participants work from observation to add advanced work to portfolios. / Professional nude models will be used in this class. / A 30 minute campus-based unsupervised lunch is scheduled daily. / Materials fee of $100 in addition to class tuition.

Open to students ages 15 to 18. Students must meet the age requirement by August 1, 2026. Please review our complete Teen Policies as well as our General Policies prior to completing your registration.

Class meeting details

This course meets in person on MCAD's campus.

Prerequisites

Previous drawing and painting experience is helpful, but not required.

Required materials

Supplies for first class

  • pen or pencil
  • notebook or sketchbook

The materials fee for this class will cover the required supplies.

Please bring a packed lunch each day, no nuts.

What to wear
Clothes appropriate for messy creativity.

Questions?

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.

Register

Title
Non-credit Tuition
$580.00
Student Birthdate
  • Date:
    -
  • Time:
    9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
  • Day(s) of the week:
    Monday
    Tuesday
    Wednesday
    Thursday
    Friday
  • Ages:
    Open to ages 15 to 18.
  • Term:
    Summer 2026
  • Instructor: Anika Schneider, Susan Shields
  • Location:
    In Person
  • SKU:
    SE 1503 01 SU26

Prerequisites:

Previous drawing and painting experience is helpful, but not required.

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2501 Stevens Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404

Contact Us

612.874.3700
800.874.MCAD (6223)
Fax: 612.874.3701

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