Art-Making in Prague's Creative Studios
Summer '25 Applications Open
The Take-Aways
Real-World Experience
Create a wide array of visual art in the inspirational, innovative culture of Prague and develop skills in traditional and new techniques. Come home with a creative portfolio of diverse works.
Credentials for Your Future
Topics for your college essays, experience to inform your future career, a portfolio to document your increasing artistic literacy and to showcase your work in varied media and techniques.
Life Skills and New Friendships
Return with greater self-confidence, independence, and improved communication skills. Enjoy a broader worldview and friends of different backgrounds from across the U.S.
45
Hours of Expert Instruction
3
Weeks Pursuing Your Passion
1
Life-Changing Experience
The Destination
Welcome to Prague, a magical place of castles and cobblestone streets with a modern buzz.
Set on both sides of the Vltava River, Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic and one of the world’s most exquisite cities. Nicknamed “the City of a Hundred Spires,” it's best known for its Old Town Square, with Baroque buildings, Gothic churches, and its medieval Astronomical Clock. Every day is a history lesson. And yet, Prague is a colorful mix of old and new, a center of innovation in one of the fastest-growing countries in the region.
A walking tour of Prague takes you past architectural gems—look up onto the grounds of Prague Castle, look out at the panorama—past street musicians and installations of contemporary art, into bustling cafés and the exceptional greenery of Prague’s many gardens and parks.
Prague’s galleries and museums boast offerings to suit a range of artistic tastes. From museums for Medieval and Classical art to the DOX Centre for Contemporary Art housed in a former factory, these creative spaces will inspire you to generate artistic ideas and work.
Cultural Awareness
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Prague.
Weekly Learning Goals
Settle into your new community and participate in the Painting Studio. Explore working with color, composition, perspective and proportion and start your Portfolio with abstract painting.
In the Graphic Studio, learn and apply two graphic techniques (drypoint and linocut) as you transfer your visual ideas to paper. Add the works to your Portfolio.
In the Photography Studio, explore techniques using a digital camera or mobile phone to experiment with light and exposure. Play with theme, motif, perspective, and style in outdoor photography, making more art for your Portfolio. Present and discuss your Portfolio.
Sample Activities
Just imagine all the fun you’ll have!
- Participate in a paint-by-enamel workshop, make unexpected friendships with Czech students. Then, enjoy a karaoke night together!
- View abstract paintings at Kampa Museum. Make your own artwork to communicate a social statement.
- Prepare (and eat) Czech classics—beef goulash, potato pancakes, and sweet apple strudel—in a fun-filled cooking class.
- Get dressed in your best for a performance in one of the many historical concert venues in Prague. See opera singers and ballet dancers in full costume—a beautiful mix of so many art forms!
- Rewire your creative mind through your sense of touch, sound, and scent! Experience the interactive Invisible Exhibition and see the world through the eyes of visually-impaired people.
Please note activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
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Eligibility
- Participants must be 14 years old and above.
- Program open to all current high school students: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.
- For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our Scholarship page.
For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.
Dates & Fees
Application Fee
$25
Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what’s included with your tuition.
More questions? Find answers, get application support, sign up for virtual presentations or contact us.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Costs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Summer Session I 2025 3 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Costs $5,950 | |
| Program Summer Session II 2025 3 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Costs $5,950 |
Ready to change your life?
What's Included
Interactive Classes
Housing
3 Meals/Day
(Dietary Needs Accommodated)
All Ground Transportation
(Once In-country)
Optional Flight Chaperone
(Flight Cost Not Included)
Pre-departure Advice and Orientation
Access to WIFI
(No international data plan or SIM card included)
All Cultural Activities and Excursions
Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection
24/7 Emergency On-site Support
Our Staff
Will Barnard
Center Director
Will Barnard heads CIEE Prague. Originally from the U.S., Will has lived and worked in the Czech Republic for over twenty years. He has a Bachelor’s degree from Princeton University...