Design Academy Aruba
Designers of sustainable product development, graphic design and technology.
Educators of the next generation and CreativeHub for all creative minds.
We believe in collaboration and working together; local and international.
Welcome to visit us
Design Academy Aruba is located in the heart of the island Aruba, offering programs in graphic design, print, product design and ceramics. In addition to teaching, the Academy also creates and designs products. These products support the Art and culture education in Aruba.
Our focus is on developing young talent, promoting Aruba’s cultural heritage, supporting social engagement, and empowering local creative entrepreneurs. Through education, courses, workshops, projects, and (international) collaborations, students and artists can explore their creativity, gain skills, and contribute to the local and international creative community.
Programma schooljaar 2026 / 2027
| Courses – Electives MBO Certificaat | MBO Art & Design Diploma MBO niveau 4 | Ceramics & Workshops Exploring |
|---|---|---|
| Illustreren, schilderen en grafische vormgeving – Sep 2026 t/m juli 2027 / Monday 6.30 – 8.45pm | MBO Art & Design (niveau 3 tot 4) – Start aug 2026, 4 jaar | Keramiek: Exploring (volwassenen) – Sep 2026 t/m juli 2027 / Monday 6.30 – 8.45pm |
| Vooropleiding HBO Kunstonderwijs – Sep 2026 t/m juli 2027 / Tuesday 6.30 – 8.45 | MBO Engels (1A t/m B1) – Start aug 2026 t/m 1 juli / Monday 6.30 – 8pm | Keramiek: Exploring (6 tot 12 jaar) – Sep 2026 t/m juli 2027 / Friday 2.00 – 3.30pm |
| Marketing & Communicatie (Art & design) – Sep 2026 t/m juli 2027 / Wednesday 6.30 – 8.45pm | MBO Nederlands (1F t/m 3F) – Start aug 2026 t/m 1 juli | Keramiek: Clay Roots, Future Makers (12 tot 28 jaar) – Sep 2026 t/m jan 2027 / Schedule |
| Grafische vormgeving voor beginners (deel-certificaat) – Sep 2026 – juni 2027 / Thursday 6.30 – 8.45pm | MBO Papiaments – Start aug 2026 t/m 1 juli | Keramiek / private events Zeef en lino drukken / private events Canvas-, mural- en tote bags painting, mixed media en andere diverse workshops op maat. |
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