Artspace Summer Camps
Join Artspace for 8-weeks of fun and creativity during our 34th year of Summer Art Camps for rising Grades 1-12!
Registration closes the Thursday before the Session begins.
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Session 1: June 12-16
Grades 1-3
Play Painting
with Kathryn J. Smith
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
Play Painting will encourage young artists to to channel their energy through art! From messy painting projects, to expressive dance and theater games, Play Painting will bring out the creative explorer in everyone.
(Session 1, Grades 1-3)
Creations with Clay
with Tara Kernan
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Sculpture
Young artists will get their hands messy as they experience what is possible with clay. Students will learn how to create unique sculptures using coil, pinchpot, and imprinting techniques through fun demonstrations and experimentations. Students will also learn how to apply glazes, construct small jewelry, and even create colorful animal sculptures.
(Session 1, Grades 1-3)
Grades 3-5
Paint Pouring Magic
with Lakeshia Jefferson-Abraha
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
In this class, your young artist will get to experience a newer and fun technique of working with acrylics by pouring paint. Young artists will learn proper paint pouring techniques, color mixing, and more to create unique art pieces.
(Session 1, Grades 3-5)
Weave It Wild! Creatures
with Jan French
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Fibers / Textiles
Learn the basics of loom weaving and create a 3D creature from the weaving. Young artists will select and prepare materials, and then set up and weave on ancient Peruvian style backstrap loom. By the end of the week they will finish weaving, embellish and sew together a small animal. Daily advanced fiber technique demos
(Session 1, Grades 3-5)
Grades 6-8
Weave it Wild! Animalia
with Jan French
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Fibers / Textiles
Learn the basics of loom weaving and create a 3D creature from the weaving. Young artists will select and prepare materials, and then set up and weave on ancient Peruvian style backstrap loom. By the end of the week they will finish weaving, embellish and sew together a small animal. Daily advanced fiber technique demos, basics of animal anatomy in art, and guided museum field trip (weather permitting).
(Session 1, Grades 6-8)
Trash to Treasure
with Beverly Martin
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Sculpture
Young artists will learn to reimagine the possibilities hidden in underutilized and discarded materials. Students will explore sustainable and regenerative methods by finding second uses for “single-use” plastics and other abundant, unappreciated media to create fantastic artworks.
(Session 1, Grades 6-8)
Grades 9-12
Digital Photography with Kwaku Osei
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
New Media
This is a class designed to help young artists develop their skills in communicating visually and verbally through photography. This course will expand students’ knowledge of photography theories, historical trends and periods, and advance their skills using depth of field, lighting, exposure, and the technical mechanics of the camera. A digital camera with manual function control is recommended for this class. Students may utilize their cellphone camera, but may be limited in their ability to control aperture, shutter speed and ISO. Please email Danny Peña, Education Manager at dpena@artspacenc.org with any questions regarding the technological requirements for this class.
(Session 1, Grades 9-12)
Portfolio Development
with Kwaku Osei
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
In this camp, we will learn how to develop a portfolio for AP + College. As a group, we will create work with a diverse use of the elements and principles of art/design, practice exercises that will help jumpstart our creativity, and hold critiques to expand our visual vocabulary and artistic awareness. Young artists are encouraged to bring artworks that they are currently working on to receive feedback, or start something new while in class.
(Session 1, Grades 9-12)
Session 2: June 19-23
Grades 1-3
Birds + Butterfly Wings
with Sheila Hall (grades 1-3)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Become inspired by some of nature’s most beautiful creatures, birds and butterflies! Young artists will learn how to draw birds and butterflies, create relief sculptures, and build 3-D papier-mâché sculptures influenced by the colors, shapes and forms of birds and butterflies.
(Session 2, Grades 1-3
Printmaking Medley
with Tara Kernan (grades 1-3)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Printmaking
Learn about all the different ways a young artist can create prints. Learn how to create prints through stamps, fabrics, collagraph, fingers, and more.
(Session 2, Grades 1-3)
Grades 3-5
Watercolor + Ink
with Lakeshia Jefferson-Abraha (grades 3-5)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
Young artists will learn how to paint with watercolor and inks, applying washes and techniques that will result in unique illustrations, greeting cards, and more.
(Session 2, Grades 3-5)
Nature Assemblage Shadow Boxes
with Virginia Maier (grades 3-5)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
In the spirit of found objects, pick from an extensive collection of nature items and assemble them in a pleasing arrangement and glue them into place. Young artists will be able to create a unique nature inspired shadowbox that tells a story or shares an idea.
(Session 2, Grades 3-5)
Grades 6-8
Barn Quilts
with Virginia Maier (grades 6-8)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will paint their own Barn Quilts on a 2’ by 2’ wood panel. They will have an introduction of the history of Barn Quilts and the Pennsylvania Dutch practice of painting designs of meaning to their barns and houses.
(Session 2, Grades 6-8)
Relief Printmaking
with Beverly Martin (grades 6-8)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Printmaking
Learn how to create your very own relief print using linoleum. Young artists will learn how to work with this traditional printmaking material and have a chance to experiment with text, composition, and self-expression to create unique prints.
(Session 2, Grades 6-8)
Grades 9-12
Abstract Mural Art
with Adriana Ameigh (grades 9-12)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
At the beginning of class, students will explore various mural examples and identify elements that they gravitate towards. They will collaborate to create a design that compliments the designated mural surface and determine which sections each is responsible for. After gridding and chalking the selected wall, students will paint and complete their wall mural at Artspace!
(Session 2, Grades 9-12)
Anime Character Design
with David Anyanwu (grades 9-12)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
Want to learn how to draw and design anime/cartoon characters? This class will teach the basics of character design such as anatomy, stance, and costume design. We will have fun learning with fan art and ultimately create your own original character!
(Session 2, Grades 9-12)
Session 3: June 26-30
Grades 1-3
Where We Live
with Anna Totten (grades 1-3)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will study shapes that make environments like buildings, transportation, and trees, and create a scene with multiple elements. We will utilize easily accessible materials like cardboard and what’s in the recycling bin, plus paint, markers, and pastels to create a flat landscape of layered textures and shapes. Students are welcome to create something real or imaginary.
(Session 3, Grades 1-3)
Superior Sculptures
with Tara Kernan (grades 1-3)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Sculpture
Take it up a notch in this superior sculpture making class. Young artists will learn how to create amazing sculptures using a variety of fun materials such as plaster of paris, wood, clay, papier-mâché, model magic, and more.
(Session 3, Grades 1-3)
Grades 3-5
Imaginative Architecture
with Sonya Drum (grades 3-5)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Cities are magic spaces that reflect mood, atmosphere, culture, and diversity. Students will examine the energy and architectural elements of various cities, and create imaginative cityscape paintings, collages, and mixed media sculptures informed by their imagination and our classroom exploration. This class bustles with activity and creative thinking, as students develop their drawing, cutting, painting and sculpture skills and bring their dream cities into three dimensional form. The culmination of this artful construction comes when the students combine their individual cities to make a giant, vibrant, collaborative cityscape sculpture.
(Session 3, Grades 3-5)
Some Assembly Required
with Sonya Drum (grades 3-5)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
During this course, young artists will learn to curate, design and sculpt imaginative collages, assemblages, and memory boxes. Students study the style and techniques used by visionary assemblage artists to acquire a deeper understanding and appreciation of the medium. Inspired by these discoveries, students visualize their memories, dreams, and personal styles and reflect them in the creation of multiple assemblage boxes – each piece celebrating their unique creative voice as they learn the techniques of seminal artists.
(Session 3, Grades 3-5)
Grades 6-8
Expressive Mask Making
with Aleix Murphy (grades 6-8)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Sculpture
Mask making is an art form that has an extensive relationship with many cultures. Artist have used mask making to express both emotion and identity through sculpture. During this summer camp young artists will be able connect their sense of self, heritage, and emotion while creating their own expressive mask!
(Session 3, Grades 6-8)
Your Own Character Designs
with Anna Totten (grades 6-8)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
In this class you will learn what makes a character unique and memorable from books, movies, and popular culture. Young artists will explore processes for idea generation, getting unstuck when staring at a blank page and drawing out your designs. This will be a space for experimenting with processes and thinking, all levels are welcome.
(Session 3, Grades 6-8)
Grades 9-12
Conceptual Artmaking
with Aliyah Bonnette (grades 9-12)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will learn what it takes to create an artwork with meaning. Students will combine their passion for a topic, some research, their knowledge of elements and principles and favorite art making techniques to create artworks that mean something to them.
(Session 3, Grades 9-12)
Painting the Abstract
with Michele Yellin (grades 9-12)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
Working within the framework of the elements of art and the principals of design, young artists will learn to create interesting and cohesive abstract paintings. We will work with acrylic paint on canvas and explore various ways to create an abstract painting that has meaning, interest, and relevance.
(Session 3, Grades 9-12)
Session 4: July 10-14
Grades 1-3
Play Painting
with Kathryn J. Smith (grades 1-3)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
Play Painting will encourage young artists to to channel their energy through art! From messy painting projects, to expressive dance and theater games, Play Painting will bring out the creative explorer in everyone.
(Session 4, Grades 1-3)
Sustainable Sprouts
with Anna Payne Rogers Previtte (grades 1-3)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Join us for a week of immersive art-making with a focus on sustainability and intuitive practices. This class will involve the outdoors, natural and repurposed materials, printmaking and collage techniques and our authentic minds to create artworks that connect us with the Earth and ourselves in a fun way. From stamping found textures to exposing cyanotypes in the sunlight, we will engage our minds, bodies and surroundings in tactile projects to encourage responsible, explorative and expressive art-making practices at an early age.
(Session 4, Grades 1-3)
Grades 3-5
Artistic Food
with Michael McCue (grades 3-5)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
Want to create art that looks yummy enough to eat? Students will learn about artists who use the elements of art to create drawings and paintings of food that make us feel hungry. Mixed media techniques will be emphasized as the artwork will be full of colors and confection.
(Session 4, Grades 3-5)
Musical Masterpieces
with Tara Kernan (grades 3-5)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
Listen to the music and visualize how it makes you feel! Artists such as Picasso, Kandinsky, and Matisse have used music as an inspiration for their visual art, and now it’s your turn to be inspired by the beat! We will let the music tell us how to express ourselves in our own masterpieces through collage and painting techniques!
(Session 4, Grades 3-5)
Grades 6-8
Mixed Media Quilts
with Aliyah Bonnette (grades 6-8)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Fibers / Textiles
Young artists will learn the medium of quilting and create their very own mini quilts. Students will brainstorm images or a design, then use mixed media techniques and materials to paint or draw directly on their quilt.
(Session 4, Grades 6-8)
Mixed Media Journals
with Aliyah Bonnette (grades 6-8)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will learn how to create a mixed media archive of works on paper or fabric using a variety of materials including but not limited to textiles, magazines, paper, paint, beads, chalk, and more. Students will learn story telling elements, book making techniques, photo transfers and other mixed media processes.
(Session 4, Grades 6-8)
Grades 9-12
Painting with Paper
with Aleix Murphy (grades 9-12)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Paper quilling is a beautiful artform where artist use a combination of intricate designs, textures and patterns made by strips of paper to develop beautiful compositions. During this summer camp, young artists will learn about paper quilling through the use of tools and techniques associated with folding, crimping, layering and the careful planning of the placement of their paper quills based on their designs.
(Session 4, Grades 9-12)
Intro to Printmaking
with Alanah Reid (grades 9-12)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Printmaking
Young artists will learn fundamental printmaking techniques, proper carving and shading technique, and learn about influential artists currently working in this medium. Students will brainstorm topics that they are passionate about and create their own designs. This class will also cover layering techniques and printing on a variety of surfaces such as clothing and tote bags.
(Session 4, Grades 9-12)
Session 5: July 17-21
Grades 1-3
Creative Colors
with Tara Kernan (grades 1-3)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
Young artists will become masters of color in this class that’s all about mixing, exploring, and experimenting. Students will work with a variety of mediums like paint, collage, pastels, model magic, and more.
(Session 5, Grades 1-3)
Outer Artspace
with Tara Kernan (grades 1-3)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
Join us in this outer space themed art making class where young artists will explore the stars through collage, mixed media painting, liquid glue painting, galaxy slime, and more.
(Session 5, Grades 1-3)
Grades 3-5
Super Seasons
with Michael McCue (grades 3-5)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will be inspired by places and spaces as they travel through the seasons to create a likeness of hot summer days, chilly winter nights, and everything in between, encouraging their own interpretations of the outside world. Drawing and painting skills will be emphasized through each colorfully seasonal art work.
(Session 5, Grades 3-5)
Painting with Light
with Sarah Ann Austin (grades 3-5)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
New Media
Make your own mark! Using only the unique chemistry (handled by instructor in demonstration) and the sun, young artists will capture works of art from nature and objects they adore. This historical photographic process dates back to the 1800s and creates one of a kind photograms. Much like the very first photobook published by artist Anna Atkins, we will make a small book of our images for keeping in the library. The class will end with a small presentation of their works on the last day.
(Session 5, Grades 3-5)
Grades 6-8
Pinch Pot Monsters
with Adriana Ameigh (grades 6-8)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Sculpture
From ideation to final piece, young artists will be guided through various hand building techniques in order to create their own ceramic monsters using (kiln fired) paper clay. They will use various tools to accomplish their desired design(s) and use underglazes to paint their creations. The monsters are designed to have a functional structure that can hold succulents or assorted art materials.
(Session 5, Grades 6-8)
Textile Portraits
with Laura Bernstein (grades 6-8)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Fibers / Textiles
This camp will explore self-portraiture through mixed media fiber applications. Young artists will create a self-portrait that will reflect their personal identity. Techniques explored include hand stitching, machine sewing, embroidery and weaving.
(Session 5, Grades 6-8)
Grades 9-12
Paper Pulp + Weaving
with Sarah Ann Austin (grades 9-12)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will learn how to make pulp for handmade paper to be used in many different artworks. Each student will participate in every stage of the papermaking process as we discuss variations on professional and DIY studio set ups, preparing pulp, mixing additives, sheet forming, pressing, and drying. We will create a hardbound book with the handmade paper we create. Students will then learn the craft of paper weaving techniques and then create sculptural forms with balsa wood and handmade paper.
(Session 5, Grades 9-12)
Digital Anime Art
with David Anyanwu (grades 9-12)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
New Media
In this camp students will be introduced to the exciting world of digital art and explore character design using digital art software. Students will learn how to prepare their digital canvas, the basics of using the tools in the software and tips and tricks on how to take their art to the next level. Digital device + drawing software will be required. An art drawing tablet such as a Wacom or iPad is recommended, but a laptop and mouse can be used. The following software can work for this class: Clipstudio, Adobe Photoshop, and Procreate (iPads only). Any attendee with a touchscreen computer can use a Wacom Stylus with a pen pressure feature as well. Please email Danny Peña, Education Manager at dpena@artspacenc.org with any questions regarding the digital requirements of this class.
(Session 5, Grades 9-12)
Session 6: July 24-28
Grades 1-3
Birds + Butterfly Wings
with Sheila Hall (grades 1-3)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Become inspired by some of nature’s most beautiful creatures, birds and butterflies! Young artists will learn how to draw birds and butterflies, create relief sculptures, and build 3-D papier-mâché sculptures influenced by the colors, shapes, and forms of birds and butterflies.
(Session 6, Grades 1-3)
Unpredictable Painting
with Tara Kernan (grades 1-3)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
A space for young artists to experiment with a variety of messy art processes that will have unpredictable results. Learn techniques such as watercolor painting with salt, action painting, water prints and more.
(Session 6, Grades 1-3)
Grades 3-5
Painting without Brushes
with Michael McCue (grades 3-5)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will explore unconventional ways to apply paint to a surface without the use of paintbrushes! Students will also learn and apply printmaking techniques to produce unique and creative results.
(Session 6, Grades 3-5)
Dream Mobiles
with Virginia Maier (grades 3-5)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will create a personal dream mobile using imagery of their choice from magazine pictures, words, and or paint onto circular pieces connected together with string, yarn, beads, chain to dowels, creating an awesome and unique mobile sculpture.
(Session 6, Grades 3-5)
Grades 6-8
Sewing for Beginners
with Sarah Ann Austin (grades 6-8)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Fibers / Textiles
Have you ever sewn a patch on your backpack or stitched up your favorite ripped jeans? In this class you will learn about needles, fabric, and how to use a sewing machine’s basic functions. Students will also learn unconventional uses of sewing for use in different art forms. No knowledge of sewing is required. Some fabric will be provided for demonstration. The instructor will select a pattern and you will be able to choose from a few options of fabric available but you will be responsible for fabric and additional items if you’d like to add flare! We will be using the instructor’s sewing machines.
(Session 6, Grades 6-8)
Natural Dyeing
with Aliyah Bonnette (grades 6-8)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Fibers / Textiles
Young artists will learn the various methods to dye fabric naturally with common plants like black walnuts, marigolds, eucalyptus and more! At the end of the camp, students will be able to make a piece (like a tote bag) with all the fabrics they have dyed!
(Session 6, Grades 6-8)
Grades 9-12
Watercolor Painting
with Ana Galizes (grades 9-12)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
Through fun and engaging projects, students will become masters of watercolor as they explore fun topics and best techniques. This is a great class for beginning young artists and anyone interested in exploring watercolors.
(Session 6, Grades 9-12)
Painting with Light
with Sarah Ann Austin (grades 9-12)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
New Media
Make your own mark! Using only the unique chemistry and the sun, inspired students will capture works of art from nature and objects they adore. This historical photographic process dates back to the 1800s and creates one of a kind photograms. Much like the very first photobook published by artist Anna Atkins, we will make a small book of our images for keeping in the library. The class will end with a small presentation of their works on the last day.
(Session 6, Grades 9-12)
Session 7: July 31-August 4
Grades 1-3
Pinch Pot Monsters
with Adriana Ameigh (grades 1-3)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Sculpture
From ideation to final piece, young artists will be guided through various hand building techniques in order to create their own ceramic monsters using (kiln fired) paper clay. They will use various tools to accomplish their desired design(s) and use underglazes to paint their creations. The monsters are designed to have a functional structure that can hold succulents or assorted art materials.
(Session 7, Grades 1-3)
Animal Collage
with Anna Totten (grades 1-3)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will study animal anatomy and break down the shapes into simplified forms. To create a one-of-a kind look, they will create their own surface textures with mixed media and then cut them up to create an animal portrait collage with their own papers.
(Session 7, Grades 1-3)
Grades 3-5
Outstanding Optics
with Michael McCue (grades 3-5)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Students will create psychedelic, eye-catching optical illusion designs using drawing and painting techniques. Artwork will fool the eye as they create three-dimensional illusions, appearing to move, spin, and rotate.
(Session 7, Grades 3-5)
Expressive Collage
with Virginia Maier (grades 3-5)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will learn about the explorative process of collage and use magazines to find imagery that best express their thoughts and emotions.
(Session 7, Grades 3-5)
Grades 6-8
Show Your Story
with Anna Totten (grades 6-8)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will create a short zine using a topic that interests them. We will examine zines, comics, and graphic novels to understand how ideas are conveyed with images and words. Using hand techniques like drawing, lettering, collage, and cut paper, each student will assemble a zine by the end of camp, ready to be photocopied and shared.
(Session 7, Grades 6-8)
Foundation to Sewing
with Michelle Wilkie (grades 6-8)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Fibers / Textiles
Young artists will be taught the basics of sewing using a sewing machine. This includes how to set-up and use a sewing machine, understanding different fabrics, terms in patterns, different stitches and notions. A variety of projects will be provided so the students can practice and have works to take home to use.
(Session 7, Grades 6-8)
Grades 9-12
Idea, Design, Create and Quilt
with Michelle Wilkie (grades 9-12)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Fibers / Textiles
Young artists will design their own wall hanging quilt based on something they see or from an experience or topic that is important to them. Students will learn how to make and finish a quilt; from making the quilt top, to basting to quilting and finishing it with binding. Students are expected to have a finish quilt top (at a minimum) by the end of class.
(Session 7, Grades 9-12)
Drawing Refined
with Debbie Secan (grades 9-12)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
Refine your drawing skills by exploring applications of multiple mediums including ink, pastel, and charcoal! Drawing live figures and creating self- portraits will be the subject focus. Young artists will have the opportunity to create up to two projects that can be used for an AP Drawing portfolio.
(Session 7, Grades 9-12)
Session 8: August 7-11
Grades 1-3
For the Love of Painting
with Olivia Gillingham (grades 1-3)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
In this class, we will learn to acknowledge and adore the joyful feelings we feel when painting. We will learn how to use our intuition to make marks and create unique and fun paintings.
(Session 8, Grades 1-3)
Busy Bugs
with Sonya Drum (grades 1-3)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
From busy bees to hungry caterpillars, students will learn about the amazing world of insects while letting the paint and their imaginations fly. Young artists will be abuzz with new perspectives as they explore habitats, make literary connections and reinforce core art skills, acquiring new painting, collage and sculpture techniques every step (or crawl) of the way.
(Session 8, Grades 1-3)
Grades 3-5
Pop Art Chef
with Sonya Drum (grades 3-5)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will cook up a creative helping of painting, collage, and sculpture inspired by some of the world’s most delicious foods. Students explore their perspectives on the familiar through mixed media artmaking, building their hands-on art skills while deepening their imagination and creativity. As they develop an understanding of Pop Art styles, students discover their own tastes and unique styles. Are you hungry for new art skills and techniques?
(Session 8, Grades 3-5)
Puppet Making
with Skully Gustafson (grades 3-5)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Sculpture
Young artists will use found materials to make fun puppets that can be as wild and imaginative as you want! Students will explore different ways of puppet making, including hand puppets or string puppets or alien fantasy puppets.
(Session 8, Grades 3-5)
Grades 6-8
Found Object Instruments
with Skully Gustafson (grades 6-8)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Sculpture
Young artists will use found objects to create musical instruments. We will use wire, glue, and other bonding materials to learn to piece things together. There will be regular jam sessions with the instruments made throughout the class and at the end of the session.
(Session 8, Grades 6-8)
Exquisite Collaborations
with Olivia Gillingham (grades 6-8)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Mixed Media
Young artists will learn what it means to work together as they explore the collaborative artmaking process. Through a series of warm-ups, activities, games and projects, students will collaborate on a number of different types of drawings and paintings. From small groups to full-group involvement, students will continuously create collaborative drawings and paintings that tell stories or express what they’re most passionate about.
(Session 8, Grades 6-8)
Grades 9-12
Color Mixing Mastery
with Adriana Ameigh (grades 9-12)
Morning Class, 9am-12pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Drawing / Painting
Students will start by learning about modern color theory and how the human eye perceives color. They will do acrylic painting exercises like custom color wheels and swatching to help them learn how to obtain their target colors and avoid unwanted ones. At the end of the class, they will have created their own color references, as well as a small abstract painting created with the colors that they mixed.
(Session 8, Grades 9-12)
Trash to Treasure
with Beverly Martin (grades 9-12)
Afternoon Class, 1-4pm
$150 members / $175 non-members
Sculpture
Young artists will learn to reimagine the possibilities hidden in underutilized and discarded materials. Students will explore sustainable and regenerative methods by finding second uses for “single-use” plastics and other abundant, unappreciated media to create fantastic artworks.
(Session 8, Grades 9-12)