Fall 2026
Spark your curiosity + expand your creativity
During our Media Arts Workshops presentations of historic and contemporary artists are shared; field trips are taken to relevant cultural sites; and in-class activities are created to increase media literacy and provide students with exposure to diverse approaches to storytelling, all while building their ability to express themselves creatively. While enrolled in a workshop, students will have access to professional quality equipment and software; all materials and equipment are provided! At the end of the workshops’ term, student artwork will be showcased at our Community Day + Exhibition.
applications open July 2026
Our Media Arts Programs are offered at no cost to low income families.
For all other families, we offer Pay What You Can Pricing. At Venice Arts we serve students of all economic backgrounds and no one will be turned away due to lack of funds; however, low-income families do receive priority enrollment. Proof of low income status is required for priority enrollment.
We value our Media Arts Workshops at $600 for 10 weeks and our Advanced Workshops at $900 for 12 week.
10 week workshops
September 19 - DeCember 5, 2026
Advanced Workshops begin September 5, 2026
10 week workshops will meet once a week for 10 consecutive weeks with the exception of Saturday, November 7th and FALL BREAK November 23-29.
All artists will have a chance to showcase their completed work at our community celebration on December 12th.
workshop Details will be announced July 2026
Advanced workshops
September 5-december 5, 2026
No Class November 7th or 28th
Venice Arts’ Advanced workshops are for youth who have been studying in their chosen medium for at least two years. These workshops are for learners dedicated to attending all 24 weeks (12 fall / 12 spring) in order to complete an impactful project and build their portfolios.
Saturdays
1 - 4pm | high school
Advanced Photography Workshop
Project Announced July 2026
Overview
This advanced workshop is designed for youth who have prior photography experience. Learners deepen their skills and knowledge in photography while creating an independent project investigating techniques and stories that are personally meaningful to them while simultaneously contributing to a larger group project around a specific subject. Presentations of work by historic and contemporary photographers are shared giving young people exposure to diverse approaches to personal and creative storytelling and learners will build their ability to look critically at images and engage in discussion with their peers. Portfolio reviews and critiques of youth artwork further develop their understanding of the medium and each person’s unique aesthetic interests. Over the 24 weeks, learners will develop an independent portfolio, portions of which will be included in special public exhibit(s) in addition to the Community Day + Exhibition at Venice Arts at the end of each semester.
Learners may need to work on their projects outside of class time to allow for critique and workshopping their project during class time.
Advanced Filmmaking Workshop
Project Announced July 2026
Overview
This advanced workshop is designed for youth who have prior filmmaking experience. Learners deepen their skills and knowledge in filmmaking while collaborating on a short film that explores stories that are personally meaningful to them. Presentations of work by historic and contemporary photographers are shared giving young people exposure to diverse approaches to personal and creative storytelling and learners will build their ability to look critically at images and engage in discussion with their peers. Portfolio reviews and critiques of youth artwork further develop their understanding of the medium and each person’s unique aesthetic interests. Over the 24 weeks, learners will develop an independent portfolio, portions of which will be included in special public exhibit(s) in addition to the Community Day + Exhibition at Venice Arts at the end of each semester.
Learners may need to work on their projects outside of class time to allow for critique and workshopping their project during class time.
In addition, youth have the opportunity to participate in career-building programming provided by the Center for Creative Workforce Equity (CCWE). This includes mentorship from professionals in film, television, and digital media; workshops focused on resume-building, interview skills, and portfolio development; and visits to production studios and creative workplaces. Youth also have access to guest speakers from companies such as Sony, Warner Bros. Discovery, Disney, Lionsgate, Nickelodeon, and DreamWorks. These experiences are designed to help young people explore creative career pathways, and develop the confidence needed to succeed.
