Teen Courses
(Ages 13-17)
From figure drawing to sculpture to computer animation, some teens attend RISD CE courses for fun and enrichment, while others have a more academic goal in mind. Courses can be taken on an individual basis, or as part of a focused curriculum in one of our teen certificate programs.
RISD also offers the new Advanced Program for High School Students – an intensive, collegiate-level program for students completing grades 9-12. This immersive online experience is designed for students who are interested in pursuing art and design in college.
COURSES FOCUS ON THESE AREAS:
2D
Design
Brush, pencil and color your way to artistic expression with courses in drawing, painting and illustration. The world is a wide-open canvas!
3D
Design
Build, sculpt, sew it: Industrial design, sculpture, fashion and architecture … it’s all about taking shape!
Digital
Design
Gain technical skills with courses in digital image making, animation and photography.
Art School Preparation
For students interested in a future in art and design, with an emphasis on portfolio development.
Teen Courses
RISD CE Teen Courses provide a strong grounding in the visual arts and encourages creative and personal growth through self-expression. Year-round courses provide opportunities for teens to be with their peers who are energetic, creative and passionate about what they’re doing.
Teen Certificate Programs
Teens can enroll in one of four certificate programs to broaden their skills, explore a new medium, and prepare for a future in art and design. Certificate programs include: Art School Preparation, 2D Design, 3D Design and Digital Design.
Advanced Program for High School Students
RISD’s Advanced Program for High School Students is an intensive, collegiate-level program for students completing grades 9-12. This immersive online experience is designed for students who are interested in pursuing art and design in college.