Dates: June 2 - 6
Hours: 9am - 2pm
Faculty: Andrew Augustin
Location: Doty Fine Arts Building

Do you love playing games? Do you have new ideas for how games could work? 

Dive into the essentials of crafting engaging video games, focusing on storytelling, character development, gameplay mechanics, and the gaming environment. You'll create unique concepts that stand out in the gaming world. Craft a detailed game concept document throughout the week which will serve as the blueprint for your future game prototypes. Ideal for those dreaming of bringing new gaming worlds to life, this camp lays the groundwork for the exciting stages of game development, helping you turn your gaming dreams into reality!

Part of the 2D Video Games Series

Dates: June 2 - 6
Hours: 9am - 2pm
Faculty: Kyle Evans
Location: Doty Fine Arts Building

Dates: June 2 - 6
Hours: 9am - 2pm
Faculty: Jose Perez
Location: ART Building

Have you ever wondered how your watch, game controller, or cell phone was designed? 

Do you have your own ideas for products but aren’t sure how to create them? In this camp, you’ll learn the skills and tools to bring those ideas to life! Whether you're a budding product designer or simply enjoy putting pen to paper, this camp is your chance to explore your maker talents with guidance from a seasoned professional. Dive into interactive workshops, receive personalized instruction, and get a taste of the tools the pros use to turn your imaginative ideas into reality. We'll blend traditional sketching methods, with physical prototypes that will bring your ideas to life.

Part of the Product Design Series

Dates: June 9 - 13
Hours: 9am - 2pm
Faculty: Andrew Augustin
Location: Doty Fine Arts Building

Have ideas for your own video games but not sure how to start the process of bringing them to life? 

We'll teach you the practical skills to make working prototypes of your games, covering basics like programming, level design, user interface design, and testing methods. You'll be encouraged to experiment and improve your prototypes, learning how to turn your ideas into playable games. This hands-on course is super important for understanding the technical side of game development and gives you valuable insights into the game design process.

Part of the 2D Video Games Series

Dates: June 9 - 13
Hours: 9am - 2pm 
Faculty: Brooke Davis
Location: Doty Fine Arts Building

Curious about designing cool products and bringing your ideas to life through useful software? 

In this hands-on course, you'll dive into product design and learn how to use Rhino 3D CAD software to turn your sketches into stunning digital creations. Over the week, you'll master the basics of design thinking while developing your idea for a handheld product. This camp will take you through the brainstorming process, help you sketch your idea, and teach you how to develop realistic 3D models. By the end, you'll know how to create, prototype, and render your designs like a pro. 

Part of the Product Design Series

Dates: June 16 - 20
Hours: 9am - 3pm
Faculty: Andrew Augustin
Location: Doty Fine Arts Building

Have you ever wanted to create characters or unique landscapes for a video game in your artistic style? 

Get ready for the ultimate course in our series* all about the art and animation side of making 2D games! In this camp, you'll discover how to design and bring to life the visual elements of your game prototypes. We'll dive into character design, background art, creating sprites, and basic animation techniques. Throughout the course, we'll explore various artistic styles and techniques, so you can pick and develop your own unique look for your games. You'll get hands-on experience by applying your art and animations directly to the game prototypes you worked on in the previous course. If you're excited about making your game concepts pop with awesome visuals, this course is just what you need!

Part of the 2D Video Games Series

Dates: June 16 - 20
Hours: 9am - 3pm
Faculty: Henry Smith
Location: Art Building

Have you ever dreamed of designing merch for your favorite musician?

In this camp you’ll explore the basics of graphic design, typography, and hands-on printmaking. This is a unique opportunity to interact with our amazing collection of antique letterpress and screen-printing equipment. Along the way, you’ll create fun prints while learning the craft—and the grand finale? Designing and printing your very own poster inspired by Austin’s legendary live music scene. Don’t miss this chance to bring your creativity to life!

Dates: June 16 - 20
Hours: 9am - 3pm
Faculty: Kelsey Gamino
Location: Art Building

Are you interested in creating your own publication that features your own ideas and creative flair? 

This camp explores self-publishing and the art of sharing knowledge through zines! Zines are small, self-published works that include text, images, artwork and more. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn about the history of zine-making and design your very own zines from scratch. You’ll learn how to craft compelling content, sketch an outline, design a digital layout, and assemble the final zine. By the end of the week, you’ll have your own custom zine in hand!