Information for term Art-Making in Prague's Creative Studio
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenMake your mark in the Czech Republic, a burgeoning hub of contemporary art, design, and innovation.
Amidst Prague’s old-world backdrop, dive into the Czech “maker culture” and create gems of work in the Visual Arts. Each week, using both traditional and new techniques, you’ll focus on a different medium—Painting, Graphics, or Photography—through coursework developed in concert with the world-renowned Art & Design Institute.
After classes, take your learning to the streets where the architecture, colorful life, and exhibits are sure to inspire your work. Participate in workshops at galleries, museums, even outside in nature. The end result? Your own portfolio of diverse artwork—abstract and portrait paintings, linocut and drypoint prints, land art, creative photography, works of crushed glass, creations with stencils and spray paint, and more.
Soak up the culture, too. Window-shop in edgy design and fashion boutiques. Get your fill of elaborate pastries in bakeries and cafes. Meet up with local teens and compare notes on life. See the animation at the medieval Astronomical Clock and step back in time to appreciate the scale and details of Czech castles and cathedrals.
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The Take-Aways
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REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE
Create a wide array of visual art in the inspirational, innovative culture of Prague and develop skills in traditional and new techniques. Come home with a creative portfolio of diverse works.
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CREDENTIALS FOR YOUR FUTURE
Topics for your college essays, experience to inform your future career, a portfolio to document your increasing artistic literacy and to showcase your work in varied media and techniques.
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LIFE SKILLS AND NEW FRIENDSHIPS
Return with greater self-confidence, independence, and improved communication skills. Enjoy a broader worldview and friends of different backgrounds from across the U.S.
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HOURS OF EXPERT INSTRUCTION
45 -
WEEKS PURSUING YOUR PASSION
3 -
LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE
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Location & Culture
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The Destination
Welcome to Prague, a magical place of castles and cobblestone streets with a modern buzz.
Set on both sides of the Vltava River, Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic and one of the world’s most exquisite cities. Nicknamed “the City of a Hundred Spires,” it's best known for its Old Town Square, with Baroque buildings, Gothic churches, and its medieval Astronomical Clock. Every day is a history lesson. And yet, Prague is a colorful mix of old and new, a center of innovation in one of the fastest-growing countries in the region.
A walking tour of Prague takes you past architectural gems—look up onto the grounds of Prague Castle, look out at the panorama—past street musicians and installations of contemporary art, into bustling cafés and the exceptional greenery of Prague’s many gardens and parks.
Prague’s galleries and museums boast offerings to suit a range of artistic tastes. From museums for Medieval and Classical art to the DOX Centre for Contemporary Art housed in a former factory, these creative spaces will inspire you to generate artistic ideas and work.
CULTURAL AWARENESS
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Prague.
Daily Life
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Monday–Friday
Each day offers a balance between interactive instruction and cultural activities with time on your own, too. Morning classes and afternoon activities may swap places.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Hands-on classes with expert instructors and artists
- Lunch with your fellow Global Navigators at a local restaurant
- Out and about for a Cultural Activity or Workshop
- Dinner at local restaurants
Weekends
- Overnight or day excursions to top sites
- Quality time with friends
Check out the blog posts to discover more about daily life and excursions on program.
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Hotel, shared rooms with other Global Navigators
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1 Program Leader for every 12 students and support from local staff
Weekly Learning Goals
Week 1
Click to OpenSettle into your new community and participate in the Painting Studio. Explore working with color, composition, perspective and proportion and start your Portfolio with abstract painting.
Week 2
Click to OpenIn the Graphic Studio, learn and apply two graphic techniques (drypoint and linocut) as you transfer your visual ideas to paper. Add the works to your Portfolio, along with other creations made during workshops in Prague’s museums and galleries.
Week 3
Click to OpenIn the Photography Studio, explore techniques using a digital camera or mobile phone to experiment with light and exposure. Play with theme, motif, perspective, and style in outdoor photography, making more art for your Portfolio. Present and discuss your Portfolio.
Program Blogs
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Activities
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Just imagine all the fun you’ll have!
- Cruise down the Vltava River and feast your eyes on the beauty of old Prague.
- Create a painting in virtual reality at the Czech Technical University, make unexpected friendships with Czech students, and share a ride together on pedal boats.
- View the giant sculptures at the Adam Gallery and make art to communicate a social statement of your own.
- Get dressed in your best for concert night at the Philharmonic. See the opera singers and ballet dancers in full costume—a beautiful mix of so many art forms!
- Prepare (and eat) Czech classics—beef goulash, potato pancakes, and sweet apple strudel—in a fun-filled cooking class.
Please note activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
Dates & Fees
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ELIGIBILITY
- Program open to all current high school students: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.
- For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our Scholarship page.
APPLICATION FEE
$25
Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what’s included with your tuition.
More questions? Find answers, get application support, sign up for virtual presentations or contact us.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Costs |
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| Summer Session I 2023 3 weeks | Apr 2, 2023 | Jun 18, 2023 | Jul 8, 2023 |
$5,250 |
| Summer Session II 2023 3 weeks | Apr 2, 2023 | Jul 9, 2023 | Jul 29, 2023 |
$5,250 |
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What's Included
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