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SUMMARY:Summer Art Camp: Week 7
DESCRIPTION:Returning Theme! Color Explosion  (ages 5–9) Waitlist Only\nJuly 28–August 1\, 10 AM–3 PM\nAfter a two-season hiatus\, Color Explosion returns! This camp introduces kids to the bold pop-art movement and other ways in which vibrant colors can be used in artwork. Kids will create projects that play with the use of colors\, such as vivid tie-dye patterns in pastel and jumbo sized crayons in paper mache. \nArt Journaling and Drawing with Pen & Ink (ages 10–12) \nJuly 28–August 1\, 10 AM–3 PM\nArt Journaling: Art journaling is a wonderful habit for everyone! Keeping a journal that contains one’s inspirations\, frustrations\, and dreams is a way to creatively process everyday life. Campers will make their own journal with simple bookbinding techniques and fill its pages both inside and outside of camp. We’ll also encourage students to share their journaling journey during camp.\nDrawing with Pen & Ink: From quick sketches to detailed drawings\, this camp will teach students the tips and tricks of pen & ink! Campers will explore techniques such as loose sketching\, cross-hatching\, and stippling as they learn to create contrast with texture and ink. We will also learn to create softer drawings using ink and a brush. Some basic drawing skills will also be covered. \nEverything Clay and Character Design (ages 10–12) Waitlist Only\nJuly 28–August 1\, 10 AM–3 PM\nEverything Clay: This camp is perfect for the student looking to explore various types of clay. During the week\, we will use the pottery wheel to throw and embellish a functional ceramic piece that will be glazed and fired in the kiln. We will also learn the techniques for working with paper clay\, from building an armature to give the clay structure to ways to decorate their creations using paint\, decoupage\, or other materials. Finally\, we will explore polymer clay by making everyday objects in miniature.\nCharacter Design: During this week of camp\, students will learn to design their own character(s) for comic books\, graphic novels\, or cartoons. They will focus on personality and expression plus learn anatomy and posing using the human body as reference. We will also have a chance to explore costume design for their character. All this will come together in a project that features the character(s) they created. \nEverything Clay and Character Design (ages 13+) \nJuly 28–August 1\, 10 AM–3 PM\nEverything Clay: This camp is perfect for the student looking to explore various types of clay. During the week\, we will get to use the pottery wheel to throw and embellish a functional ceramic piece that will be glazed and fired in the kiln. We will also learn the techniques for working with paper clay\, from building an armature to give the clay structure to ways to decorate their creations using paint\, decoupage\, or other materials. Finally\, we will explore polymer clay by making everyday objects in miniature.\nCharacter Design: During this week of camp\, students will learn to design their own character(s) for comic books\, graphic novels\, or cartoons. They will focus on personality and expression plus learn anatomy and posing using the human body as reference. We will also have a chance to explore costume design for their character. All this will come together in a project that features the character(s) they created.
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SUMMARY:Summer Art Camp: Week 8
DESCRIPTION:Animals & Wildlife Art  (ages 5–9) Waitlist Only\nAugust 4–8\, 10 AM–3 PM\nThis week of camp is like taking a trip to the zoo\, but so much more creative! Explore the exciting world of animals and their amazing habitats. Kids will create projects such as undersea turtles in watercolor\, tropical tree frogs in pastel\, and dog and cat collages. \nEverything Clay and Paper Making & Mixed Media (ages 10–12) Waitlist Only\nAugust 4–8\, 10 AM–3 PM\nEverything Clay: This camp is perfect for the student looking to explore various types of clay. During the week\, we will get to use the pottery wheel to throw and embellish a functional ceramic piece that will be glazed and fired in the kiln. Campers will also learn the techniques for working with paper clay\, from building an armature to give the clay structure to ways to decorate their creations using paint\, decoupage\, or other materials. Finally\, we will explore polymer clay by making everyday objects in miniature.\nPapermaking & Mixed Media: Open up a world of possibilities with mixed media! In this camp\, students will start by learning how to make paper and then use it as the basis of their mixed media project. They will learn techniques such as layering paper\, mono-printing\, and collage. Campers will have the choice to use interesting materials such as yarn\, fabric\, dried flowers\, pages from old books\, paint\, and more to create their own mixed media artwork. \nAssemblage and Essential Drawing & Painting (ages 10–12) Waitlist Only\nAugust 4–8\, 10 AM–3 PM\nAssemblage: Campers will transform everyday items into expressive\, personal sculptures! Imagine all the artistic possibilities in combining materials such as paper\, plastic\, clay\, and wire with found objects. Through demonstrations and hands-on practice\, campers will learn various techniques to manipulate the materials and create one-of-a-kind sculptures.\nEssential Drawing & Painting Techniques: This camp is perfect for the student looking to develop the foundational skills of drawing and painting. Campers will use their observational skills and gain familiarity with diverse media\, such as graphite\, charcoal\, acrylics\, and watercolors\, through drawing exercises that may include gesture drawings\, blind contours\, and contour drawings. Linear perspective\, color theory\, and building form with light and shadow will also be covered as campers render their artistic creations. \nAssemblage and Essential Drawing & Painting (ages 13+) \nAugust 4–8\, 10 AM–3 PM\nAssemblage: Campers will transform everyday items into expressive\, personal sculptures! Imagine all the artistic possibilities in combining materials such as paper\, plastic\, clay\, and wire with found objects. Through demonstrations and hands-on practice\, campers will learn various techniques to manipulate the materials and create one-of-a-kind sculptures.\nEssential Drawing & Painting Techniques: This camp is perfect for the student looking to develop the foundational skills of drawing and painting. Campers will use observational skills and gain familiarity with diverse media\, such as graphite\, charcoal\, acrylics\, and watercolors\, through drawing exercises that may include gesture drawings\, blind contours\, and contour drawings. Linear perspective\, color theory\, and building form with light and shadow will also be covered as campers render their artistic creations.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250816
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SUMMARY:Summer Art Camp: Week 9
DESCRIPTION:NEW! Art All Year: Four Seasons of Art  (ages 5–9) Waitlist Only\nAugust 11–15\, 10 AM–3 PM\nThis ALL NEW week of camp highlights the artistry of the changing seasons.  Campers will create projects inspired by each of the four seasons\, like a spring daffodil painting\, summer seagulls in clay\, fall pumpkin paintings\, and winter snowman prints. \n2D Comics\, Cartoons & Anime and 3D “Cartoon” Clay (ages 10–12) \nAugust 11–15\, 10 AM–3 PM\nComics\, Cartoons & Anime: Calling all comic\, cartoon\, and anime lovers! Campers will explore drawing popular characters and work on simple and effective techniques for creating their own character concepts. Master a unique style of creating cartoon\, anime\, and comic art.\n3D “Cartoon” Clay: Let’s bring those characters to life! Campers will have the opportunity to utilize design thinking skills and foundational art skills as they create a 3D character of themselves\, an original character\, or recreate their favorites by adding unique personality traits and features. A variety of materials and techniques will be utilized. \nNew! Collage\, Mixed Media & Mask Making and Essential Drawing & Painting (ages 10–12) \nAugust 11–15\, 10 AM–3 PM\nCollage\, Mixed Media & Mask Making: Mixing it up is what collage and mixed media is all about! Campers will have the opportunity to use a variety of supplies such as paint\, patterned paper\, fabric\, fibers\, and more. During this camp week\, students will learn about shape\, color\, texture\, and light\, all while creating both representational and abstract works of art. Our culminating project will be putting these skills together to create amazing papier-mâché masks!\nEssential Drawing & Painting Techniques: This camp is perfect for the student looking to develop the foundational skills of drawing and painting. Campers will use their observational skills and gain familiarity with diverse media such as graphite\, charcoal\, acrylics\, and watercolors through drawing exercises that may include gesture drawings\, blind contours\, and contour drawings. Linear perspective\, color theory\, and building form with light and shadow will also be covered as campers render their artistic creation. \nNew! Collage\, Mixed Media & Mask Making and Essential Drawing & Painting (ages 13+) \nAugust 11–15\, 10 AM–3 PM\nCollage\, Mixed Media & Mask Making: Mixing it up is what collage and mixed media is all about! Campers will have the opportunity to use a variety of supplies such as paint\, patterned paper\, fabric\, fibers\, and more. During this camp week\, students will learn about shape\, color\, texture\, and light\, all while creating both representational and abstract works of art. Our featured project will be putting these skills to use creating amazing papier-mâché masks!\nEssential Drawing & Painting Techniques: This camp is perfect for the student looking to develop the foundational skills of drawing and painting. Campers will use their observational skills and gain familiarity with diverse media such as graphite\, charcoal\, acrylics\, and watercolors through drawing exercises that may include gesture drawings\, blind contours\, and contour drawings. Linear perspective\, color theory\, and building form with light and shadow will also be covered as campers render their artistic creations.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250818
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SUMMARY:Summer Art Camp: Week 10
DESCRIPTION:Art Around the World (ages 5–9) Waitlist Only \nAugust 18–22\, 10 AM–3 PM\nPack your bags! Kids will “travel” the world and learn how different cultures create art. Make a rainforest diorama\, create a paper collage of a Venetian gondola\, and paint the Taj Mahal. \nEverything Clay and New! Painting with Graphic Style (ages 10–12) Waitlist Only\nAugust 18–22\, 10 AM–3 PM\nEverything Clay: This camp is perfect for the camper looking to explore various types of clay. During the week\, campers will get to use the pottery wheel to throw and embellish a functional ceramic piece that will be glazed and fired in the kiln. Campers will also learn the techniques for working with paper clay from building an armature to give the clay structure to ways to decorate their creations using paint\, decoupage\, or other materials. Finally\, campers will explore air-dry clay by making everyday objects in miniature.\nNew! Painting with Graphic Style: During this camp\, students will learn to paint in a style that uses simple graphic shapes and bold colors. Students will explore minimalist\, flat\, and retro graphic style painting. Color and shape will be discussed and students will learn how to break down an image and make it have a graphic design feel. \nPrintmaking Techniques and Fiber Arts  (ages 10–12) Waitlist Only\nAugust 18–22\, 10 AM–3 PM\nPrintmaking Techniques: In this unique camp\, students will create their own limited edition prints on our professional presses. Learn various techniques\, styles\, and tools of the printmaking trade through demonstrations and hands-on practice. This camp will cover techniques including plexiglass drypoint and monoprinting as we create original prints that are either one-of-a-kind or editionable.\nFiber Arts: Vibrant fibers and textures surround us—explore the wonderful world of fiber arts! Campers will create several skill-building projects during this exciting week of camp. A variety of fiber arts will be visited and may include weaving\, hand sewing\, embroidery\, felting\, pom-pom making\, and more. Let the creativity unfold! \nPrintmaking Techniques & Fiber Arts (ages 13+) \nAugust 18–22\, 10 AM–3 PM\nPrintmaking Techniques: In this unique camp\, students will create their own limited-edition prints on our professional presses. Learn various techniques\, styles\, and tools of the printmaking trade through demonstrations and hands-on practice. This camp will cover techniques including plexiglass drypoint and monoprinting as we create original prints that are either one-of-a-kind or editionable.\nFiber Arts: Vibrant fibers and textures surround us—explore the wonderful world of fiber arts! Campers will create several skill-building projects during this exciting week of camp. A variety of fiber arts will be visited and may include weaving\, hand sewing\, embroidery\, felting\, pom-pom making\, and more. Let the creativity unfold!
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