ST.ART Intensive

June 28 – July 23, 2021

Step towards your creative future with UT Austin’s four–week Art + Design Intensive.

Immerse yourself in the creative process with daily classes in core 2D and 3D alongside focused concentrations of your choice designed to expand your art practice, grow your portfolio and help you prepare for college and beyond. Our faculty of practicing artists and educators guide students through new (and sometimes untraditional!) materials and processes with projects that challenge students to listen and develop their own voice. ST.ART Intensive isn’t an opportunity to perfect traditional skills, it’s an open door for you to discover your own style and voice as an artist. Virtual and in-person options for summer 2021!

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Fast Facts

• Four week program (June 28 – July 23, 2021)
• For current sophomore and juniors in high school (class of 2022 and 2023)
• Students attend daily studio sessions (aka classes) Monday-Thursday
• Fridays are for independent studio time, ST.ART Artist-in-Residence sessions and community critiques
• Students showcase new artworks in a final exhibition at the end of the summer
• Fall 2021 portfolio reviews and college admissions support for students
• Merit and need-based scholarships available
• Online and on campus options for summer 2021!

Application opens from February 12 — Sign up to receive updates!

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Application Info

ST.ART Intensive welcome applicants from all backgrounds and art experience levels. The application will be available beginning February 12, 2021.

Requirements

• Completed application
• 100-word introduction — Tell us about yourself! This short introduction should be written and typed by the applicant and no more than 100 words.  Use the introduction to tell us about yourself, why you want to attend ST.ART Intensive 2021 and how you think the program can impact your future as an artist.
• 3 images of original artwork — Share your work with us! Upload 3 images of your original artwork.  For more information about portfolio submissions, view preparing your portfolio.  All artwork should be completed by the student and may include class projects or independent artworks.
• High school transcript – optional
• Concentration preferences
• $35 application fee

Fees & Financial Aid

Application fee	$35
Tuition Includes over 80 hours of instruction, some supplies, ST.ART t-shirt, participation in ST.ART Exhibition and fall 2021 portfolio & college admissions support.	$4000

Scholarships are available! 

Learn more about need–based scholarships and our merit–based ST.ART Challenge Scholarship Contest.

Academics

ST.ART Intensive classes are designed for students to experiment with new and traditional materials, techniques and equipment.  Students participate in studio sessions Monday-Thursday and Fridays are reserved for independent studio time, ST.ART Artist-in-Residence sessions and community critiques. Instructors will be available for office hours Monday-Thursday for students to receive feedback and guidance on in-progress works. Students will work to complete 2-5 artworks during the program, including a mini-series in their chosen concentration media.

Daily Sketch

Sketch sessions feature various drawing techniques to build on students’ fundamental drawing and observation skills.  Students maintain a sketching routine throughout the summer, discovering new artists and styles while responding to a variety of sketch prompts. 

Core

Participants will develop core technical skills, and prior experience with each medium is not necessary. Each project explores a fundamental idea about visual organization, space and time that will benefit all forms of artistic practice. The Core class is divided into sections, highlighting both 2D and 3D processes.

Concentrations

Students further develop skills and generate new artworks in one area of focus through concentration studio sessions.  Instructors guide students in new techniques and offer material demonstrations to lead students in personal and collaborative projects.  Students will have the opportunity to work independently and develop artworks that further explore their chosen concentration and personal interests with the guidance of instructors and peers.  Students select a concentration to focus on throughout the program. 

Digital Media & Graphic Design
Drawing & Painting

Unsure which Concentration is right for you? Let us help! Schedule a chat with the ST.ART Team to learn more.

Summer 2021 Schedule

The ST.ART Intensive schedule is rigorous and mimics a college course load. Students will be expected to maintain *independent studio time, working on projects and classwork outside of class time. Here’s an example of a week in the four–week program:

Learning Options

Choose what’s best for you this summer with options to participate in July ST.ART Pre-College programs on campus at UT Austin or online. Below you’ll find information about our On Campus Option and Online Option. Students who enroll before June 16th do not need to complete any additional steps to confirm participation in our online option. Student who register after June 16th must indicate if they’d like to participate on campus or online through the application. Contact the ST.ART team with any questions.

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On Campus Option (non-residential)

All classes will be held virtually and no in-person options will be available from June 28-July 1. We will use the first week of classes to allow students to connect online and get comfortable with faculty and the program schedule. Starting on Friday, July 2nd, students will be allowed to attend classes on campus at UT Austin in the Art Building. Below are details about our on campus option. Students must confirm on campus participation by June 28th.

All students attending classes on campus will need the following:

• Daily Lunch and Snacks
  There will be no campus meal plans available this summer and students will need to bring a lunch with them each day of the program. Students will have access to a shared kitchen space with a refrigerator and microwave. Students will also be allowed to purchase and have food delivered from local restaurants, with parent/guardian permission.
• Computer
  All students must have access to a computer during class times and critiques. Computers should have Zoom capabilities and be able to run apps from the Adobe Creative Cloud (if required by your chosen classes).  Other software apps may be required for the program (ex. Zoom, Padlet). We encourage students to bring their personal computers to campus–ST.ART will only provide a computer for students who email and request access to an on campus computer in advance.
• Headphones
  Not required but recommended when in your private studio space that is located in our larger shared studio room.
• Camera / Phone
  Students can use a phone with camera capabilities or digital camera for documenting artworks. Students will be required to upload images of artworks & projects throughout the program.
• Supply List Materials

Additional Information About Attending Classes in the Art Building

• Semi-Private Studio Spaces
  All Intensive students attending classes on campus will be assigned to a semi-private studio space to be used throughout the program. Students will attend all classes with faculty teaching in-person, with the exception of the digital media & graphic design course (this exceptional faculty member will teach remotely). For classes with faculty teaching remotely, students can attend from their on campus studios.
• Campus Housing at UT Austin is Not Available for 2021
  Unfortunately we are unable to offer residential options this summer. This means we will not allow students to live in campus dorms or eat at campus dining halls. Students choosing to participate on campus will need to provide their own lunches and transportation to/from campus each day.
• Masking and Social Distancing
  Students, faculty and University staff are no longer required to wear face masks on campus. The Department of Art & Art History and Youth Protection Program are still observing social distancing policies to ensure the safety of students, faculty, staff and the Austin community. The ST.ART program will maintain lower enrollments for 2021 to ensure social distancing policies are maintained.
• Daily Drop-off & Pick-up Policies
  Each morning students will be dropped off at the Art Building. At drop-off ST.ART faculty/staff will ask wellness questions to ensure students are not exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19, per YPP policy. Parent/guardians will be asked to remain in their vehicles. It is up to students and their parent/guardian(s) to determine the best way for them to arrive/depart from campus.

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Online Option

This summer, students will have the option to participate in the program on campus at UT Austin or online from any location. All classes will be held virtually and no in-person options will be available from June 28-July 1. We will use the first week of classes to allow students to connect online and get comfortable with faculty and the program schedule. Students attending online will simultaneously participate with peers attending classes on campus starting Friday, July 2. Below are details about our online option.

All registered online students will need the following:

• Computer & Internet
  All students must have access to a computer with reliable internet during class times and critiques.  Computers should have Zoom capabilities and be able to run apps from the Adobe Creative Cloud (if required by your chosen classes).  Other software apps may be required for the program (ex. Zoom, Padlet).
• Video & Audio Device(s)
  Access to a device with video and audio capabilities will allow students to connect with peers and interact with instructors.  Students will be required to use the video and audio functions during class times. Students will be required to share images/videos of artworks via online uploads and screen shares.
• Headphones
  Not required but recommended in a shared space.
• Studio Space
  Students are encouraged to create a studio space at home.  Most projects require a desk space for students to work or attend classes and others will require a larger work area (such as floor space for a sculpture).  If possible, designate a studio space you can use for the full program.  Students may also need access to a sink, an area for artworks to dry, an area to store in–progress works, etc.  Where and how you set up your studio space–is up to you.  Contact us with questions or concerns! See tips below for setting up your space.
• Camera
  Students can use a phone with camera capabilities or digital camera for documenting artworks. Students will be required to upload images of artworks & projects throughout the program.
• Supply List Materials

Tips for Setting Up Your Home Studio Space

We recommend students designate a space in the location you’ll be attending classes. This can be a shared or private space.  If shared, be considerate of those around you by wearing headphones and maintaining a tidy workspace. Things to consider when setting up your studio:

• Where will you work on projects and attend classes?
  This can be a desk, table or floor space–whatever works for you, your space and your artistic preferences. And your family! 
• Where will you store your supplies and projects?
  Don’t forget to organize your supplies and designate a space for works in progress or projects that are wet. 
• Do you have sink access?
  You don’t need a sink in your home studio but you should have quick access.  For students in classes with messier materials–this will help with cleanup and spills. 
• Are your surfaces protected?
  Some of our projects may be messy or require you to protect surfaces.  Make sure to cover any nice tables and not to cut without a cutting mat.  Some projects may require you to protect other areas, such as the floor or a wall. 
• What’s your background for virtual classes?
  Make sure the background for Zoom classes is appropriate and doesn’t display any personal information you don’t want people to see.

ST.ART Artist-in-Residence

The ST.ART Artist-in-Residence program exposes students to career possibilities through regular interactions with local artists, designers, historians, curators and more.  Collaborating with ST.ART Artist Residents, students will gain insight into the process, style, methods and life of a range of arts careers.  Each summer the program will select up to four Austin–area creatives to highlight the many possibilities of pursuing arts education and a career in art + design.  Students will learn about a resident’s process during the month long program, including techniques for making, project development, business practices and more. 

ST.ART Artist Residents are typically offered a studio space in the Department of Art & Art History’s Art Building, gaining access to studios and labs.  Residents will be generating new works during the summer months and lead high school students in weekly sessions throughout the ST.ART Intensive. Our 2021 residents will be announced in spring 2021.

College Prep

Each element of the ST.ART Intensive supports students as they prepare to apply for college. Studio Sessions (aka classes) guide students through the fundamentals of Art + Design to generate new artworks for the admissions portfolio. Throughout the summer students will engage in conversations about the admissions process (from artist statements to resumes to short answers and more) with Admissions Coordinators from the UT Austin College of Fine Arts. At the end of the summer, parents and guardians will be invited to a Q&A session for an opportunity to have their questions answered as well!

As we welcome participating students to apply for undergraduate admission with UT Austin’s Department of Art & Art History and/or School of Design and Creative Technologies, our pre-college program gives students the tools and support to apply at any college or university throughout the United States and beyond.

Final Exhibition

All students will showcase at least one artwork in the final exhibition hosted by UT Austin’s Visual Arts Center or Halls & Walls Gallery. The exhibition will be hosted in-person and/or virtually each summer and featuring artworks created during the program.  Friends, families and the Austin community will be invited to join in celebration at an opening event!

Housing & Student Life

For summer 2021, all programming will take place virtually and housing on-campus housing will not be available for students. All weeknight and weekend activities are optional but highly encouraged.  The ST.ART Team will share virtual opportunities for students to connect with peers and the arts community throughout the summer. 

When on campus in 2022, students may select to live on campus during the four-week program.  All residential students are housed in a UT Austin residence hall and enjoy most meals in campus dining halls.  All students will be paired with a roommate and halls will be supervised by program staff and organized by gender.  As a residential student, all activities and Austin adventures are included in the residential fee.

Student Work