What have participants said about the Summer Intensive?
“I have had numerous discussions with my daughter about the 2D/3D classes and she has so many wonderful things to share about the Sculpture classes and the instructors. It appears as though you guys have changed her life in just a few short days...you guys are truly making a difference!"
- Tracy Walters, 2D/3D
Richmond, VA
"She has untethered enthusiasm and is already hoping to return next year!... has rekindled her vision to start a photography club and asked for a studio lighting kit for Christmas."
- Mira Moehrke, Photography
Jacksonville, NC
"While checking in, how great it was that you were there greeting students and their families. You make yourself so aailable and are so easy to talk with...thank you for making this a wonderful program for everyone involved."
-Cathy Horton, Filmmaking
Charlottesville, VA
"Thank you for the wonderful Summer Intensive program. My daughter had a great time and it proved to be a valuable learning experience for her - art-wise and college-wise. She was sad to leave at the end. We all came away from this program impressed with VCU in general and with the School of the Arts in particular. Thanks again!"
- Kathy McLeod, 2D/3D
Herndon, VA
“This whole experience was phenomenal. I loved having such down to earth professors and such an amazing group of friends and counselors. Thanks so much for the great experience!”
-Jordan Robitaille, Theatre
Massanutten, VA
“I have more confidence in myself and I am confident that I will pursue this for my career.”
-Tommy Callan, Theatre
Richmond, VA
“I just wanted to let you know that I had the best time at VCU this summer and learned so much. That was the best experience of my life. I have just started school and am working on my portfolio to apply. Thank you so much for everything.”
-Moses Moore, 2D/3D Fine Arts Portfolio Development
Roanoke, VA
“After attending the Summer Intensive I really, really want to go to VCU. I’m in love with the Fine Arts Building.”
-Caroline Cheslak, 2D/3D Fine Arts Portfolio Development
Yorktown, VA
“I learned so much about the field of fashion. The Intensive aided me in choosing which career path I intend to follow.”
-Kelsey Tolson, Fashion Design and Merchandising
Manassas, VA
“Gaining new perspectives on the work of others and artists in my field has compelled me to do better work. I also understand movement in kinetic imaging a lot better.”
-Brandon Denmark, Animation
Freeport, NY
“I feel that when I leave this camp, I will be able to make a good movie.”
-Michael “Spike” Scarberry, Filmmaking
Midlothian, VA
“Best camp ever. Don’t change!”
-Filmmaking Student
“I’ve learned new techniques, and I have gotten stronger. I know more about dance in college, and as a career.”
-Kim Waits, Dance
Manassas, VA
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