The Putney School Summer Arts offers unique summer workshops and a welcoming diverse community of students who will live and create on our beautiful hillside campus in southern Vermont. The main focus of our Art Programs are to give students the time and space to grow as artists and as individuals. We aim to foster a supportive, non-competitive environment where each student can authentically express themselves within our community.

Historically, our teen students produce work they are proud of. Our program emphasizes the process over the final product. We encourage students to step outside of their comfort zones, and our faculty provide support and motivation to help them explore new and unfamiliar ideas. There is a significant amount of independent work, allowing students to invest their own effort into the process and to immerse themselves in the creative experience. Workshops are designed for students at all levels of experience and focus on each student’s individual trajectory.