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Summer Art Schools

Unearth your creativity with our incredible range of summer schools for budding artists.

Why Choose Our Summer Art Schools?

  • Three amazing summer art schools to choose from
  • Options for all ages from 11-18
  • Summer schools in London, Kent, and Dorset
  • Learn from expert art teachers and professional artists
  • Explore a range of forms and media – from sculpture to life drawing

Our immersive summer schools are delivered by SBC and InvestIN, the UK’s leading multi-campus summer school and provider of career experiences.

Unearth your creativity

Art Summer Courses with Dukes Plus

Aspiring to become an artist? Explore your creative side this summer on our summer art schools.

You’ll learn from expert art teachers and professional visiting artists, work in highly equipped studios, and discover a variety of forms and media as you prepare your own unique portfolio.

With options for students aged 11-18, our courses are perfect whether you’re just beginning to develop your artistic skills or you’re committed to a career in art and want to learn more about how to break into the industry.

Discover more about our range of summer art schools and book your place today.

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Why Book Our Summer Art Schools?

Our students benefit from 15-25+ hours per week of instruction from expert art teachers. Plus, all our summer art schools include guest lectures and masterclasses from professional artists and designers, allowing participants to learn from their extensive experience.

Try your hand at a dazzling array of different forms. From animation and book binding to life drawing and sculpture, students will have the chance to explore a wide range of artistic media – all in well equipped studios and under the tutelage of our experienced teaching staff or visiting professional artists and designers. Hone your skills in your favourite form or discover a new passion as you develop your own portfolio.

Our students always rave about the amazing programme of social activities we provide in the evenings. From quizzes to film nights or karaoke, our social programme is the perfect chance to relax after a day’s work and develop lifelong friendships.

Understanding the art world and how to develop a career in this unique but demanding industry is vital for any aspiring artist. All our summer art schools, even those for younger students, include an element of careers advice and mentorship from working artists. This is a particular focus on our Young Artist Summer Experience, which also includes networking opportunities to launch your career as an artist.

Our Students Love Us

Testimonials

“In his first call home, my child said “Mom, I want to stay longer, and you can already subscribe for next year”. He came back enthusiastic, he enjoyed learning in such a multicultural environment.”

Arianna

Parent

FAQs

Our summer art schools each cater to a different age range. Overall, we welcome students aged 11 to 18 onto our programmes.

Students will explore a variety of artistic disciplines. This could include drawing, painting, sculpture, digital art, and performance art. Participants will receive expert tuition in each form or medium.

 

Our summer art schools take place in London (University College London campus), Kent (Rochester Independent College), and Dorset (Canford School). Students will have access to excellent facilities including well equipped art studios.

Yes, there are accommodation options for all of our summer schools if required. Meals and guardianship are also included.

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