A summaryAre you passionate about drawing, designing, fashion, textiles, or creating things with your imagination? Do you enjoy making artwork, experimenting with colours and patterns, or exploring digital design? Or maybe you're simply curious about trying something new and creative this summer?
This programme is for you.
Join us for a 10-day immersive design camp in London, where young creatives can explore fashion, textiles, illustration, graphic design, and visual storytelling through exciting hands-on projects and workshops.
Led by a team of passionate artists, designers, and educators from leading creative institutions, the programme introduces students to a wide range of creative disciplines while encouraging them to develop their own ideas, interests, and creative confidence.
Rooted in London's vibrant creative culture, the programme celebrates experimentation, curiosity, and individual ways of thinking, helping every participant discover their unique creative strengths.
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Why IDEA Futures
Every young person learns differently. This programme is designed to provide a creative and supportive environment where students can explore their interests, develop new skills, and grow in confidence.
It is especially suitable for students who:
• Love art, design, fashion, drawing, or making things
• Want to learn new creative and digital skills
• Enjoy hands-on learning and practical projects
• Think and learn differently, including neurodivergent learners
• Would benefit from a smaller, supportive studio environment
• Are looking for an inspiring and creative summer experience
We focus on creativity, curiosity, and personal growth, helping students gain confidence in both their ideas and their creative work.
What You'll Gain
• A collection of exciting projects to take home
• Greater confidence in your creativity and ideas
• New skills in fashion, textiles, design, and illustration
• Experience using both traditional and digital creative techniques
• Problem-solving and creative thinking skills
• The ability to present and talk about your creative work
IDEA Excellence Design Award
The £200 IDEA Excellence Design Award will be presented to the student who demonstrates outstanding creativity, effort, enthusiasm, and commitment throughout the programme.
The award recognises students who embrace challenges, explore new ideas, support their peers, and show exceptional growth during the course. It celebrates both the creative journey and the final outcomes.
Programme Completion Certificates
All students who successfully complete the programme will receive an official Certificate of Completion.
This certificate recognises the skills, knowledge, and creative experience gained throughout the course and celebrates each participant's achievements.
How It Works
• Studio-led, hands-on creative workshops
• Individual guidance and support from tutors
• Project-based learning through fun design challenges
• Flexible activities designed for different learning styles
• A balance of traditional making, drawing, and digital design
• Introduction to professional creative software, including Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
Who It's For
• Young people aged 11–14 with an interest in art, design, fashion, textiles, illustration, or creativity
• Beginners who want to explore new creative subjects
• Students who enjoy drawing, making, storytelling, and visual communication
• Young creatives looking to build confidence and develop new skills
Programme Details
• Location: London, Hammersmith
• Duration: 2 weeks
• Schedule: 5 sessions per week
Outcome
Participants leave with:
• A collection of finished creative projects
• New artistic and design skills
• Greater confidence in their creative abilities
• Experience working in a professional studio environment
• Inspiration for future creative learning and projects
Tutors
The programme is delivered by a team of experienced artists, designers, architects, illustrators, and educators who are passionate about helping young people explore creativity and develop their potential.
Through practical workshops, students will explore fashion, textiles, design thinking, illustration, visual storytelling, digital design, and creative problem-solving in an engaging and supportive environment.
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Many programmes teach creative skills. IDEA Futures is designed to help young people discover their creativity, build confidence, and develop new ways of thinking through hands-on projects and expert guidance. In a supportive and inspiring studio environment, students are encouraged to experiment, take creative risks, and bring their ideas to life.
