For those passionate about the arts, Idyllwild Arts offers 1- and 2-week opportunities for participants to immerse themselves in art and hone their skills in a specific field. Located at a boarding school in Idyllwild, CA, you'll select an arts workshop that you'll focus on, learn from professional artists, and work alongside fellow passionate students. Workshops vary amongst the visual, performing, literary, and interdisciplinary arts.
program details
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Location: Idyllwild, CA
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Program Length: 1 or 2 weeks
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Dates: Sessions vary based workshop. All workshops will take place between June 30th-July 27th.
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Participant Mix: Mix of students from all over the country, some who have been participate in the program for multiple Summers. You may or may not have other Summer Searchers with you depending on your course.
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Transportation: Flight & airport transportation provided by Summer Search (Summer Search pays!)
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Accommodations: Dorms, shared with another participant
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Bathrooms: Shared dorm bathrooms
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Phone Access: You'll have access to your phone during the program.
program ACTIVITIES
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Select a workshop to explore, learn about, and hone your skills during your stay at Idyllwild
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Participate in 3-hour workshops in the mornings and afternoons that are dedicated to developing your skills in your chosen area of art
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Enjoy free time in the evenings and weekends to participate in lighter activities, rehearse or get in some studio time, or hang out with your fellow peers.
you'll get from this experience...
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Explore your passion of art and gain new skills
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Meet and form friendships with people who have similar interests
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Get a glimpse into what it's like to be in a setting similar to college, where you'll live in a dorm, eat in the cafeteria, attend workshops, and decide what you want to do in your own time
THIS COULD BE FIT FOR STUDENTS...
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Comfortable traveling by plane, potentially alone until you reach your final destination
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Strong interest in the arts and are interested in an arts summer program
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Interested in a pre-college type of experience without the pressures of academics
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Comfortable meeting & interacting with new people on your own, where some peers may already know each other from attending Idyllwild in previous summers
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Comfortable navigating through new spaces independently
program requirements to keep in mind...
Although Idyllwild is a learning environment that is supportive of both new and experienced artists, a few programs do require prior experience and an audition. These programs include:
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All Music Workshops
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All Dance Workshops
Other programs may require a portfolio, but do not require prior experience. Check out the course details closely for any pre-requisites.
