Visual Arts
Columbia University's School of the Arts Visual Arts Program offers summer courses in photography, painting, drawing, or printmaking led by a world-renowned faculty of practicing artists. Arts in the Summer courses are an opportunity for students to get hands-on experience, group and individual critiques, exposure to the New York gallery and museum scene, and the chance to create a portfolio of work. No prior experience is necessary to apply.
We’ve established a simple application process for courses offered by the School of the Arts this summer, including courses in Visual Arts. Please select the apply button above to get started.
Summer 2023 Session Information
SESSION A (First Half Term) courses are May 22–June 30, 2023
SESSION B (Second Half Term) courses are July 3–August 11, 2023
SESSION X (Full Term) courses are May 22–August 11, 2023
Advanced Painting Intensive (additional requirements)
If you are interested in the Advanced Painting Intensive, you will need to submit additional application materials including a portfolio of 10 images and a Statement of Intent. Please see the Application Requirements section for further details. Once an application is reviewed, accepted students will be notified and admitted to the Arts in the Summer program by SPS. They must then register for the course. If they are not accepted into the Advance Painting Intensive, they will be notified that they are still admitted to the overall program and will be able to register for any other arts course they wish.
To learn more about Arts in the Summer courses, read professor bios, and see expanded courses descriptions, please visit the School of the Arts website. Note: All Arts in the Summer applications must be submitted through SPS.
Courses
BASIC DRAWING
VIAR1001S001 3 points.
Fundamentals of visual vocabulary. Students work from observation using still-life objects and the human figure. Emphasizes the relationship of lines and forms to each other and to the picture format. Materials used: vine charcoal, compressed charcoal, pencil, pen, ink, and brushes. Class assignments, discussions, and critiques.
| Course Number | Section/Call Number | Session | Times/Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIAR1001S001 | 001/10160 | Session B |
Tu 05:30 PM–08:00 PM We 05:30 PM–08:00 PM Th 05:30 PM–08:00 PM |
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| Instructor | Points | Enrollment | Method of Instruction | |
|
Calvin Kim |
3 |
Open for Enrollment (auto-fill Wait List) |
In-Person | |
Intro Darkroom Photography
VIAR1701R001 3 points.
Introductory course to analog photographic tools, techniques, and photo criticism. This class explores black & white, analog camera photography and darkroom processing and printing. Areascovered include camera operations, black and white darkroom work, 8x10 print production, and critique. With an emphasis on the student’s own creative practice, this course will explore the basics of photography and its history through regular shooting assignments, demonstrations, critique, lectures, and readings. No prior photography experience is required.
| Course Number | Section/Call Number | Session | Times/Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIAR1701R001 | 001/11079 | Session A |
Tu 06:15 PM–09:25 PM Th 06:15 PM–09:25 PM |
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| Instructor | Points | Enrollment | Method of Instruction | |
|
Joao Pina |
3 |
Closed for Online Registration (no Adds or Drops) |
In-Person | |
Intro Darkroom Photography
VIAR1701R002 3 points.
Introductory course to analog photographic tools, techniques, and photo criticism. This class explores black & white, analog camera photography and darkroom processing and printing. Areascovered include camera operations, black and white darkroom work, 8x10 print production, and critique. With an emphasis on the student’s own creative practice, this course will explore the basics of photography and its history through regular shooting assignments, demonstrations, critique, lectures, and readings. No prior photography experience is required.
| Course Number | Section/Call Number | Session | Times/Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIAR1701R002 | 002/11080 | Session B |
Mo 06:15 PM–09:25 PM We 06:15 PM–09:25 PM |
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| Instructor | Points | Enrollment | Method of Instruction | |
|
Elisheva Gavra |
3 |
Open for Enrollment (auto-fill Wait List) |
In-Person | |
Intro Darkroom Photography
VIAR1701R003 3 points.
Introductory course to analog photographic tools, techniques, and photo criticism. This class explores black & white, analog camera photography and darkroom processing and printing. Areascovered include camera operations, black and white darkroom work, 8x10 print production, and critique. With an emphasis on the student’s own creative practice, this course will explore the basics of photography and its history through regular shooting assignments, demonstrations, critique, lectures, and readings. No prior photography experience is required.
| Course Number | Section/Call Number | Session | Times/Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIAR1701R003 | 003/11081 | Session B |
Tu 06:15 PM–09:25 PM Th 06:15 PM–09:25 PM |
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| Instructor | Points | Enrollment | Method of Instruction | |
|
Motohiro Takeda |
3 |
Open for Enrollment (auto-fill Wait List) |
In-Person | |
PAINTING I
VIAR3210S001 3 points.
This is an intensive, six-week class moving from the basics of paint materials, techniques, issues of color, light, narrative and most of all representation. Students will begin working from still life set-ups in the studio and gradually move towards more ambitious approaches including figure painting from a model. Towards the end of the class students will be encouraged to work on a project or projects that more closely reflect their personal ideas.
| Course Number | Section/Call Number | Session | Times/Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIAR3210S001 | 001/10161 | Session A |
Tu 05:30 PM–08:00 PM We 05:30 PM–08:00 PM Th 05:30 PM–08:00 PM |
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| Instructor | Points | Enrollment | Method of Instruction | |
|
Nicholas Farhi |
3 |
Closed for Online Registration (no Adds or Drops) |
In-Person | |
PRINTMAKING I
VIAR3411S001 3 points.
Introduction to the fundamentals of silkscreen techniques. Students gain familiarity with the technical processes of silkscreen and are encouraged to use the processes to develop their visual language. Students are involved in a great deal of drawing for assigned projects. Portfolio required at end.
| Course Number | Section/Call Number | Session | Times/Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIAR3411S001 | 001/10162 | Session A |
Tu 06:15 PM–09:25 PM Th 06:15 PM–09:25 PM |
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| Instructor | Points | Enrollment | Method of Instruction | |
|
Xinyi Liu |
3 |
Closed for Online Registration (no Adds or Drops) |
In-Person | |
PRINTMAKING I
VIAR3411S002 3 points.
Introduction to the fundamentals of silkscreen techniques. Students gain familiarity with the technical processes of silkscreen and are encouraged to use the processes to develop their visual language. Students are involved in a great deal of drawing for assigned projects. Portfolio required at end.
| Course Number | Section/Call Number | Session | Times/Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIAR3411S002 | 002/10163 | Session B |
Mo 06:15 PM–09:25 PM We 06:15 PM–09:25 PM |
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| Instructor | Points | Enrollment | Method of Instruction | |
|
Shuai Yang |
3 |
Open for Enrollment (auto-fill Wait List) |
In-Person | |