Summer Camps in San Diego
Uncover your child’s creative potential at our media arts summer camps in San Diego!
Our unique programs offer an engaging and fun environment for K–8 campers to dive into various media arts disciplines such as photography, filmmaking, design, animation, and more. Equipment and snacks are provided. Limited space is available, register today to reserve your spot!
The OTL Summer Camp Experience
Through hands-on experiences guided by our Media Educators, youth build essential technical skills while fostering creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.
We invite youth to embark on a fun-filled journey where they unleash their imagination, explore various artistic mediums, and experience the world of media arts.
Looking for a High-School Volunteer Opportunity?
Summer apprentices at OTL are an integral part of our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with a Lead Media Educator to deliver enriching experiences at our San Diego summer camps.
Watch this space for 2026 Summer Camps!
Summer Camp: Shutterbugs
Embark on a fun and creative journey into the world of photography! Little ones use iPads to explore the basics of photography and stop-motion animation through engaging, hands-on activities. Learn about elements of art such as shapes, color, and lines, different perspectives like close up and worm’s eye, and elements of portraiture. Experiment with different […]
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Summer Camp: Photo Wonders: Trick Photography
Transform photos with creative techniques! Using iPads and DSLR cameras, develop photography skills while creating eye-catching images as participants explore special effects in photography including fun with double exposure, forced perspective, light writing, stop-motion animation, and more. Age: 8-11Day: M-FTime: 1:00pm-4:00pm Dates: Jun 8-Jun 12Fee: $245/$258 Registration begins Tuesday, April 14 at 7:30am for residents and […]
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Summer Camp: Picture Perfect
Embark on an exciting journey into the world of photography! Develop photography skills and discover the wonders of capturing moments through the lens. Master camera basics, experiment with techniques, brainstorm creative ideas, capture and edit photos to showcase the work! Age: 8-11Day: M-FTime: 9:00am-12:00pm Dates: Jun 8-Jun 12Fee: $225/$238 Registration begins Tuesday, April 14 at 7:30am […]
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Summer Camp: Capture & Create – Mixed Media Photography
Capture amazing photos and transform them into unique pieces of artwork with the use of mixed media. Learn some new artistic techniques and add a new dimension to photographic work! Age: 11-13Day: M-FTime: 1:00m-4:00pm Dates: Jul 13-Jul 17Fee: $245/$258 Registration begins Tuesday, April 14 at 7:30am for residents and Wednesday, April 15 at 7:30am for everyone. There […]
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Summer Camp: People & Places – Street Photography
Take photography to the streets. Demonstrate your perspective while exploring techniques street photographers use. Using DSLR cameras, explore the relationship between people and place while learning about environmental portraiture, landscape photography, photojournalism, storytelling, lighting, framing, and more! Age: 11-13Day: M-FTime: 9:00am-12:00pmDates: Jul 27-Jul 31Fee: $225/$238 Registration begins Tuesday, April 14 at 7:30am for residents and Wednesday, […]
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Summer Camp: Flashbacks
Get retro! Discover photography’s earliest techniques using a 4×5 camera, capturing & developing film, trying alternative photographic processes, and exploring the past and present through the lens. Age: 11-17Day: M-FTime: 1:00-4:00pmDates: Jul 27-Jul 31Fee: $245/$258 Registration begins Tuesday, April 14 at 7:30am for residents and Wednesday, April 15 at 7:30am for everyone. There are 3 convenient ways […]
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Frequently Asked Questions
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For more information please contact us at: programs@outsidethelens.org or (858) 349-7578
Summer Camp Refund & Cancellation Policy: Due to preordering supplies and staffing expenses, refunds are allowed within 5 days of registration. There will be a 10% processing fee when issuing a refund. Outside The Lens (OTL) may at times need to cancel classes due to low enrollment, at which point a full reimbursement will be issued. OTL is not responsible for providing refunds or offering makeup sessions for camps missed as a result of illness, emergencies or events beyond our control.
Summer Camp Volunteers Needed
We are looking for high school student volunteers for OTL summer camps. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about media arts education and gain professional experience. Limited opportunities available, contact us to submit your resume.