Camps and Conferences

Fine Art Camp

This is a 6-day, overnight (or commuter) opportunity for high school-aged student artists (including graduating seniors) to immerse themselves in college-level instruction. Campers rank the workshops they would like to participate in.

Each studio discipline will hold a 4-hour session of instruction per day. With 8 hours of daily instruction, our student participants will have approximately 48 hours of college-level instruction by the close of camp. A closing reception/art exhibition will be held on Friday afternoon as a final showcase for the artists and parents.

The camp instructors are all full-time faculty members of the Art & Design Department at UW-Whitewater.

Ceramics - Bill Pariso
Digital Character Design - Anna Lindseth
Drawing Explorations- Lilly Handley
Aluminum Casting (Sculpture)– Teresa Lind

This event is available to high school-aged student artists (including graduating seniors) ages 14-18+ at the time of the event.

Sunday, June 22 - Friday June 27, 2025

Check-in is scheduled tentatively for 1:00 p.m. Reference the camp information packet below for additional information.

Registration

To register for this event and secure your spot, click the link above and complete the online registration form ten (10) day before the event session starts. Our events tend to sell out quickly, so it's recommended to register as soon as possible. If the event is already sold out, you can choose to register for the waitlist at no charge. If a spot becomes available and you are next on the waitlist, you will receive an email notification. You will have three days (or less, as indicated in the email) to respond and accept the open spot.

We do NOT accept walk-up registrations at event check-in.

Click Here To Register

Cost

Resident Camper

Early Bird (Before 4/15/24): $770
Standard: $800

Commuter Camper

Early Bird (Before 4/15/25): $680
Standard: $710

The resident camp and commuter fees both include instruction, consumable material for workshop choices, a camp t-shirt, and insurance. The resident camp fee covers lodging and all meals, while the commuter fee only includes the noon and evening meals. Participants who register for the event at least three weeks in advance are guaranteed a t-shirt in their preferred size.

The final step in the registration process will give you two Payment Plan options. If you prefer to pay the whole amount of the order, you can select that option. However, if you choose to select a payment plan, you will only be required to pay a $100 non-refundable deposit, which will be deducted from the total event fee. Get more information about final payments, which are due at a later date.

*A surcharge of 2.85% will be added to the final purchase price for all credit/debit card transactions, applied at checkout, to cover processing costs. Payment by check will be exempt from the additional surcharge. Checks can made out to "UW-Whitewater" and mailed to UW-Whitewater Camps and Conferences, 800 West Main Street, Room 2005 Roseman Hall, Whitewater WI 53190.

All registrant accounts must be paid in by 21 days prior to the event. Registrants with outstanding balances after payment is due in full are subject to being removed from the event roster without refund. Please contact Continuing Education Services at cesevents@uww.edu prior to this deadline if extenuating circumstances prevent you from completing a payment.

Session Descriptions

Morning Session

Ceramics - Bill Pariso

This beginning-to-intermediate ceramics workshop introduces participants to core ceramic skills, including hand-building, sculpting, potter’s wheel, and glazing techniques. Students will create ceramic objects, either as sculptures or utilitarian pottery, with no prior experience required.

Digital Character Design - Anna Lindseth

In this workshop, students will learn digital drawing techniques, specifically exploring character design for comics, Illustration, and animation. The principles learned are universal for all described mediums, and apply equally to traditional illustration as well as digital.

Afternoon Session

Drawing Explorations- Lilly Handley

In this workshop, students will explore drawing a variety of drawing forms, materials, and techniques to create several portfolio-ready pieces. In this workshop, students will build on their drawing skills and learn new skills to make drawing easier and more enjoyable. We will explore the possibilities of various media and subjects.

Aluminum Casting (Sculpture)

Students will sculpt two relief sculptures. One relief will be sculpted by modeling clay into an interesting composition. The second will be created through directly carving into a sand mold. Workshop participants will get to cast their own sculptures in molten aluminum. Students will also get to experience a casting a miniature sculpture with pewter, time-permitting.

Camp Schedule

Saturday:

1:00 pm Camper Drop-off at Dorm (unsure as to which dorm we have)

2:00 pm Camper Orientation

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Dinner in dining hall and Summer Camp Orientation

7:00 pm – 9:45 pm Supervised Evening Activity (Movies, Mini-workshops, Bowling or other group entertainment)

*Commuter Dropoff will be at 2:00 pm on Saturday at dorms, Pickup between 7:00 pm and 9:30 pm at dorms, depending on whether commuters wish to stay for the evening activities

Sunday- Thursday:

*Commuter Dropoff will be at 6:30 am Monday – Thursday at dorms (alternatively 8:00 am at CA if breakfast will be skipped), Pickup at either 7:00pm and 9:30 pm at CA or dorms, depending on whether commuters wish to stay for the evening activities

6:45 am- 7:45 am Breakfast in dining hall (Not sure which dorm we have yet)

8:00 am- 12:00 pm – Morning workshops (held in CA)

Ceramics - Bill Pariso

Digital Character Design - Anna Lindseth

In this workshop, students will learn digital drawing techniques, specifically exploring character design for comics, Illustration, and animation. The principles learned are universal for all described mediums and apply equally to traditional illustration as well as digital.

12:00 pm- 1:15 pm Lunch in CA atrium (Catering)

1:30 pm- 5:30 pm – Afternoon workshops (held in CA)

Drawing Explorations- Lilly Handley

Aluminum Casting – Teresa Lind

Students will sculpt two relief sculptures. One relief will be sculpted by modeling clay into an interesting composition. The second will be created through directly carving into a sand mold. Workshop participants will get to cast their own sculptures in molten aluminum. Students will also get to experience casting a miniature sculpture with pewter, time permitting.

5:30 pm- 6:45 pm Dinner, to be held in either CA atrium (Catering) or Dining Hall

7:00 pm- 9:45 pm – Supervised Evening Activities (Movies, Mini-workshops, Bowling or other group entertainment)

Friday:

*Commuter Dropoff will be at 6:30 am Friday at dorms (alternatively 8:00 am at CA if breakfast will be skipped), Pickup at 3:30 pm

6:45 am- 7:45 am Breakfast in dining hall (Not sure which dorm we have yet)

8:00 am- 11:00 am – Morning workshops (held in CA)

Ceramics - Bill Pariso

Digital Character Design - Anna Lindseth

11:00 am- 12:15 pm Lunch in CA atrium (Catering)

12:30 pm-3:30 pm – Afternoon workshops (held in CA)

Drawing Explorations- Lilly Handley

Aluminum Casting 3:30 pm-5:30 pm Final camp pickup at CA preceded by campers displaying their work to parents

Secure Form & Payments

Your online registration and payment are always safe and secure. We accept MasterCard and Visa credit card payments in our online registration system. We will NOT accept credit card payments over the phone. We will accept checks made out to "UW-Whitewater" and mailed to UW-Whitewater Camps and Conferences, 800 West Main Street, Room 2005 Roseman Hall, Whitewater WI 53190.

Confirmation Emails
Once you register to attend an event (including waitlisted), a confirmation email will be sent to the email address you registered with. Contact cesevents@uww.edu if you do not receive this confirmation email. You must have a working email address on file with us to be able to receive important announcements and updates about this event.

Refunds

Cancellations and payments: All registrant accounts must be paid in full 21 days prior to the start of the event. Registrants with outstanding balances after payment is due in full are subject to being removed from the event roster without a refund. Please contact Continuing Education Services at cesevents@uww.edu prior to this deadline if extenuating circumstances prevent you from completing a payment.

Refunds: All summer camp events require a minimum of a $100 non-refundable deposit.

In the event of a cancellation, Continuing Education Services should be notified no later than 21 days before the start of the event to receive a refund, less the deposit. Cancellation requests received less than 21 days from the start of camp will receive a refund minus a 50% late cancellation fee. Cancellations due to medical reasons will receive a full refund, less the deposit if the cancellation is requested and medical documentation is provided prior to the start of the event. Valid medical cancellations must include a signed letter from a licensed physician to qualify. NO REFUNDS will be given for withdrawal due to early departures, disciplinary reasons, or no-shows after the camp has started.

All cancellation requests must be submitted to cesevents@uww.edu; provide the registrant’s name, camp title, and medical documentation, if applicable. Refunds will be returned to the name and address of the payer.

We reserve the right to cancel any event for any reason; in such case, all fees paid will be refunded, or contact cesevents@uww.edu for alternate arrangements.

Sponsorship & Awards

For participants who will be receiving a sponsorship to attend this event, please follow these steps to redeem your sponsorship:

Register for the event and use the promo code provided by your sponsor during checkout.
The sponsorship amount will be deducted from your invoice. Any remaining balance will be the participant's responsibility.
If you need to cancel your registration, please note that the sponsorship funds will be returned to the supporting organization.

Please note that any qualifying discounts given by the event will not be applied after you have paid in full. Be sure to use the promo code during checkout to receive your discount. You will be charged if you do not qualify for the requested discount at the start of the event.

If a refund is issued due to overpayment on your account, a processing fee will be assessed.

If you have received an award or scholarship without a promo code or want to use two promo codes, please call Continuing Education Services at 262-472-3165 or email cesevents@uww.edu before registering to avoid overpayment fees.

Want to Sponsor a Registrant?
If you would like to sponsor a registrant and cover all or partial fees, you can request a promo code to give to your chosen registrant. Get more information about sponsoring a registrant.

Preparing for Camp

Download Camp Information Packet | Available Soon!

Before attending camp, it is important to download and read the information provided above, which will be available approximately three weeks prior to the start of camp. This information will include:

Medication Requirements: If you will be taking medication at camp, you will need to complete the medication requirements section. This will ensure that the camp staff is aware of any medication you are taking and can administer it properly.
Parking Details: The information will include parking details, so you know where to park when you arrive at camp.
Check-in and Out Times with Locations: The confirmed check-in and out times with locations will be provided, so you know when and where to arrive and depart from camp.
Confirmed Daily Schedule: The confirmed daily schedule will be provided, so you know what activities are planned for each day.
Mailing Address for Camper Mail: The mailing address for camper mail will be provided, so you can receive mail while at camp.
What to Bring: The information will include a list of items you should bring to camp, so you can be prepared for your stay.
Other Important Information: The information will include other important details you need to know before attending camp.

If any medical information changes, it is your responsibility to notify Continuing Education Services at cesevents@uww.edu.

Summer Camp Resident and Commuter Check In

Check in and Orientation
Resident and commuter campers must use the drive thru check in for housing assignments/keys and to drop off medications at the location mentioned in the Camp Information Packet. Parents/guardians are invited to the residence halls to visit with staff members and ask any last-minute questions. Please note that there are no structured activities during the check-in period, but residential staff will be in the residence hall to help campers get settled in their rooms and encourage campers to begin getting to know one another in an informal setting. Commuter campers can socialize at the dorms and go with the group to first session.

Arrival/Departure Outside the Event Scheduled Time
If your schedule results in you arriving after the designated check-in or before checkout time, please indicate in your registration the time you will arrive/depart in the “Accommodations/Comments” field or email cesevents@uww.edu if changes happened after you registered. On the day of arrival to campus, check the schedule in the Camp Information Packet to see where the group will be at the time of your arrival. Please call the staff number listed in the Camp Information Packet if you have any questions the day you arrive. If there are questions prior to camp, please contact cesevents@uww.edu.

Driving Directions and Parking for Summer Camp

Driving Directions

Parking
Parking details will be available in the Camp Information Packet. Notice: All campus parking lots require a parking permit. Failure to follow parking regulations will result in a fine. More information is available on the Visitor Center website.

Terms and Conditions

Driving Directions

Frequently Asked Questions

We receive many questions from registrants. We have prepared a page with answers to our frequently asked questions about registering and attending an event.

Special Notice

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is committed to equal opportunity in its educational programs, activities and employment policies, for all persons, regardless of race, color, gender, creed, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, Vietnam-era veteran status, parental status and pregnancy.

If you have any disabling condition that requires special accommodations or attention, please advise us well in advance. We will make every effort to accommodate your special needs.

By registering for this event you understand that the University may take photographs and/or videos of event participants and activities. You will be required to agree at the time of registration that the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater shall be the owner of and may use such photographs and/or videos relating to the promotion of future events. You will relinquish all rights that you may claim in relation to the use of said photographs and/or videos. Any media shared with the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater on social media or use of its hashtags grants the University use of media for any purpose.

Insurance

Registrants are encouraged to have their own health insurance as accident insurance provided by the University is limited. Each registrant will be covered by a limited accident insurance policy. The insurance includes primary coverage up to $10,000. Insurance does not cover pre-existing injuries and is for accidents only. The cost of insurance is included in the registration fee.