YSU Department of Art announces Summer Art Camp for high school students

Monday, April 6, 2026

The Youngstown State University Department of Art will host its first-ever Summer Art Camp June 22–26, 2026, in Bliss Hall on the YSU campus.

Designed for students ages 13–18 (rising 9th–12th graders), the camp runs daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and provides participants with hands-on studio experience across a range of artistic media, including painting, printmaking, photography and graphic design.

Throughout the week, students will receive instruction and personalized feedback from college-level art faculty in a workshop-style format that encourages experimentation and creative growth. In addition to developing studio skills, participants will have the opportunity to connect with peers who share similar interests and gain insight into what it means to study art at the collegiate level.

The camp will conclude with an exhibition of student work in a YSU gallery, giving participants a meaningful opportunity to present their accomplishments to family and peers.

“Summer Art Camp at YSU is an exciting opportunity for young artists to immerse themselves in creative practice, explore new media, and experience what it’s like to learn in a college-level environment,” said Joy Christiansen Erb, professor and chair of the YSU Department of Art. “We are proud to provide a space where students can grow their skills, build confidence, and be inspired by both our faculty and their peers.”

Camp Details

Dates: June 22–26, 2026
Location: Bliss Hall, Youngstown State University campus
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. daily
Eligibility: Students ages 13–18 (rising 9th–12th graders)
Cost: $325 for the week (includes lunch each day)
Registration Deadline: June 5, 2026. Space is limited; early registration is encouraged.