ArtsCamp & Summer Youth Workshops 2021

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Little Campers (K-2)
ArtsFocus (Gr 2-6)
Summer Youth Workshops (Gr 7-12)
Online Camps (Gr K-12)
Hybrid Camps (Gr 2-12)
Online Workshops (Gr 2-12)
Week ArtsFocus
9:00-12:00
 ArtsFocus
1:00-4:00 
Summer Youth Workshops
Rising grades 7-12
Week 1:
June 14-18
Fabric & Fiber Arts A (grades 3-6)
Let’s Make a Play A (2 weeks)
Beginning Sewing A (grades 2-3)
Shrinky Dink Jewelry (online grades 2-6) 
Mixed Media Explorations A (grades 3-6)
Theatre Games A (grades 2-4)
Hand-building & Clay Sculpture A (grades 4-6)
Ceramics A (2 weeks)
Beginning Knitting A (grades 3-6) 
Hand-building & Clay Sculpture (am)
Beginning Adobe Photoshop (am)
Drawing Foundations A (pm)
Beginning Digital Photography (pm)
Creative Fiction Writing (pm) 
Week 2:
June 21-25
Drawing Techniques A (grades 3-6)
Digital Playground A (grades 3-5)
Film Photography A (grades 3-6) 
Cartooning & Comics A 
Abstract Painting (grades 3-6)
Digital Photography A (grades 3-6)
Beginning Sewing B (grades 4-6) 
Acrylic & Mixed Media Painting A (am)
Sewing Workshop (am)
Elements of Acting (pm)
Graphic Novels (pm) 
Week 3:
June 28-July 2
Contemporary Artists A
Improv Acting A (grades 3-6)
Graffiti (grades 3-6)
Digital Photography B (grades 3-6)
Beginning Sewing C (grades 2-3)
Poetry Writing (grades 4-6)
Digital Art-chitect (online grades 3-6) 
Painting Techniques A (grades 3-6)
Theatre Games B (grades 3-6)
Digital Arts A (grades 4-6)
Beginning Knitting B (grades 3-6)
Fashion Upcycling (grades 3-6) 
Mending & Remaking (am)
Watercolor Techniques A (pm)
Drawing Cartoons & Manga (pm online) 
Week 4:
July 6-9 (no camp July 5)
Hiphop Dance A
Puppetry A (grades 3-6)
Draw the World Around You (grades 3-6)
Digital Photography C (grades 3-6)
Beginning Sewing D (grades 4-6)
Film Photography B (grades 3-6)
Pet Portraits Workshop (online) 
Cartooning & Comics B (grades 3-6)
Theatre Games C (grades 2-4)
Beginning Sewing E (grades 2-3) 
Natural Dyeing (am)
Drawing Foundations B (pm)
Digital Music Production A (pm)
Master Color Mixing Workshop (pm online) 
Week 5:
July 12-16
Drawing Techniques B (grades 3-6)
Musical Theatre 
Ceramics B (week 1 of 2)
Beat Making Basics A (grades 4-6)
Intermediate Sewing A (grades 3-6)
Fashion Illustration Workshop (online grades 3-6) 
Painting Techniques B (grades 3-6)
Let’s Make a Play B (2 weeks)
Handstitching & Fabric Arts A (grades 2-4)
Dream Home Art-chitect (hybrid week 1 of 2) 
Puppetry (am)
Watercolor Techniques B (am)
Advanced Drawing A (pm)
Intermediate Digital Photography (pm)
Ceramics Intensive (pm) (2 weeks) 
Week 6:
July 19-23
Mixed Media Explorations B (grades 3-6)
Hand-building & Clay Sculpture B (grades 2-4)
Ceramics B (week 2 of 2)
Stop Motion Animation A (grades 4-6)
Beginning Sewing F (grades 4-6) 
Drawing Techniques C (grades 3-6)
Beginning Sewing G (grades 2-3)
Film Photography C (grades 3-6)
Dream Home Art-chitect (hybrid week 2 of 2) 
Play Production: Devised Theatre (am) (2 weeks)
Film Photography A (am)
Creative Journaling (pm)
Playwriting (pm, hybrid 2 weeks) 
Week 7:
July 26-30
Fabric & Fiber Arts B (grades 3-6)
Painting Techniques C (grades 2-4)
Beginning Knitting C (grades 3-6)
Film Photography D (grades 3-6) 
Hiphop Dance B
Hand-building & Clay Sculpture C (grades 4-6)
Digital Arts B (grades 4-6)
Ceramics C (2 weeks)
Handstitching & Fabric Arts B (grades 2-4)
Let’s Make Magic (hybrid 2 weeks) 
Improv Acting A (am)
Intermediate Adobe Photoshop (am)
Paper Sculpture (pm)
Writing Fantasy & SciFi (pm)
Metal Jewelry Crafting A (pm) 
Week 8:
August 2-6
Cartooning & Comics C
Improv Acting B (grades 3-6)
Sculpture (grades 3-6)
Intermediate Sewing B (grades 3-6)
Make Your Own Masterpiece (online) 
Hiphop Dance C
Beat Making Basics B (grades 4-6)
Beginning Sewing H (grades 4-6)
Creative Fiction Writing (grades 4-6) 
Zines Workshop (am)
Digital Interactive Art (am)
Film Photography B (am)
Advanced Drawing B (pm)
Acting for Film 101 (pm, online) 
Week 9:
August 9-13
Fabric & Fiber Arts C (grades 3-6)
Elements of Acting A (grades 2-4)
Young Playwrights
Handstitching & Fabric Arts C (grades 2-4) 
Contemporary Artists B
Magical Theatre
Puppetry B (grades 3-6)
Stop Motion Animation B (grades 4-6)
Ceramics D (2 weeks)
Advanced Sewing (grades 4-6) 
Improv Acting B (am) 
Digital Music Production B (am)
Acrylic & Mixed Media Painting B (pm)
Metal Jewelry Crafting B (pm) 
Week 10:
August 16-20
Painting Techniques D (grades 3-6)
Elements of Acting B (grades 3-6)
Digital Playground B (grades 4-6)
Beginning Knitting D (grades 3-6)
Film Photography E (grades 3-6) 
Mixed Media Explorations C (grades 3-6)
Improv Acting C (grades 3-6)
Hand-building & Clay Sculpture D (grades 2-4)
Digital Photography D (grades 3-6)
Intermediate Sewing C (grades 3-6)  
Shakespeare (am) 

Online Camps (Gr K-12)

Online Camps are offered for Little Campers, ArtsFocus, and Summer Youth Workshops. All online classes run for 1 week each, although the duration of the daily class time varies by camp.

Little Campers Online

These camps are available each week of summer camp and correspond with the theme of the in-person camps. Little Camper Online camps are offered from 9:30-10:30 am. 

Week 1 (June 14-18): Nursery Rhymes & More!
Week 2 (June 21-25): Color Blast
Week 3 (June 28-July 2): Artful Scientists
Week 4 (July 6-9): Stories Alive! Global Stories
Week 5 (July 12-16): Superheroes!
Week 6 (July 19-23): If It Flies
Week 7 (July 26-30): Around the World
Week 8 (August 2-6): Little Builders
Week 9 (August 9-13): Inspired By Sound
Week 10 (August 16-20): Patterns and Prints

Online ArtsFocus and Summer Youth Workshops

Digital Art-chitect (ArtsFocus grades 3-6)
Put your creative and engineering skills to work in this online class. Students will examine design and architecture using free online software to create their own digital homes, buildings, and cities. Week 3 11:00 am-12:00 pm online 

Shrinky Dink Jewelry (ArtsFocus grades 2-6)
In this online camp, students will use Shrinky Dink shrinkable plastic to create beautiful pieces of wearable art. Students will explore drawing techniques to create designs before watching their art shrink down into miniature versions with vibrant, concentrated color. Week 1 11:00 am-12:00 pm online 

Make Your Own Masterpiece (ArtsFocus grades 2-6)
In this visual art camp, students will design an artistic masterpiece! By examining a variety of artistic mediums and techniques with art supplies found around the house, students will express their creativity in this project-driven online camp. Week 8 11:00 am-12:00 pm online 

Acting For Film 101 (Summer Youth Workshop grades 7-12)
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a movie or tv performer? In this camp, students will learn valuable acting techniques for the screen. They will develop performance skills, learn about film as a medium for expression, and get practical tips for auditioning and performing onscreen. Week 8 2:30-3:30 pm online 

Drawing Cartoons and Manga (Summer Youth Workshop grades 7-12)
Check out the world of cartooning and Manga art in this online camp. Students will learn drawing techniques that will allow them to design their own characters, capture facial features and anatomy, and create visual stories in the Manga Art tradition. Week 3 2:30-3:30 pm online 

Hybrid Camps (Gr 2-12)

Hybrid camps offer the flexibility of online camps and the fun of being in person. Hybrid camps run for two weeks. The first eight sessions consist of online camp for one hour each day. The final two classes are at The ArtsCenter for three hours each day. 

Dream Home Art-chitect (ArtsFocus grades 2-6)
Put your creative and engineering skills to work in this online class. Students will examine design and architecture using free online software to create their own digital homes, buildings, and cities. Students will learn about 2D sketching and virtual design in the online portion of this camp. They will then make 3D creations of imaginary homes and buildings for the in-person camp days.
Week 5 (online 1-2 pm) and Week 6 (online Mon-Wed 1-2 pm, in-person Thurs-Fri 1-4 pm) 

Let’s Make Magic (ArtsFocus grades 2-6)
Have you ever wondered how magicians are able to do amazing tricks? Learn the secrets behind the magic in this workshop. Campers will learn custom tricks and explore performance skills that boost self-confidence and build communication skills.
Week 7 (online 1-2 pm) and Week 8 (online Mon-Wed 1-2 pm, in-person Thurs-Fri 1-4 pm) 

Playwriting (Summer Youth Workshop grades 7-12)
This camp is for individuals who love to create stories and have them come to life. It’s a chance to translate those stories to the stage! Students will have an opportunity to learn the foundations of script writing and play development. Campers will develop short works to be presented in a final staged reading.  
Week 6 (online 1-2 pm) and Week 7 (online Mon-Wed 1-2 pm, in-person Thurs-Fri 1-4 pm)    

Online Workshops (Gr 2-12)

Want to sneak a little bit of art into your busy schedule? Online workshops are short camps consisting of two 90-minute sessions. 

Pet Portraits (ArtsFocus grades 2-6)
In this exciting online workshop, we will learn the techniques to draw all things furry, fluffy, and scaly! Campers will learn techniques to draw animal forms and how to choose the perfect photo of your pet to turn into your very own animal masterpiece. 
Week 4 Thurs-Fri 10:30 am-12:00 pm online 

Fashion Illustration (ArtsFocus grades 3-6)
In this workshop, students will get to turn into fashion designers. We will explore the art of designing clothing through fashion design and illustration. Learn how to draw fashion figures and poses, then add clothing and accessories. By the end of the workshop, students will have the start of their very own fashion portfolio.
Week 5 Mon-Tues 10:30 am-12:00 pm online 

Master Color Mixing (Sumer Youth Workshop grades 7-12)
Looking to extend your artistic skills this summer? In this workshop, students will learn about color theory and its essential role in artmaking. After learning about the variety of ways that color is used as a design elementstudents will apply these skills to an individual project. Learn how color can transform your artistry into a cohesive and expressive piece of art.
Week 4 Thurs-Fri 1:00-2:30 pm online 

Little Campers (rising grades K-2)

Children playing in a dance studio

Little Campers are one-week camps designed to make campers in the first half of elementary school feel right at home. Small classes, fabulous teachers, and arts activities based on a new creative theme each week allow for lots of exploration and imaginative play. Camps may include a combination of visual arts, music, movement, and drama, along with games and story time.

Morning and afternoon sessions have the same weekly theme, but do not repeat content. Lunchtime supervision is provided for all campers at no additional charge. Sessions are available 9 AM-Noon, 1-4 PM, or 9 AM-4 PM.

Week 1 (June 14-18): Nursery Rhymes & More!
Stories are all around us! Using nursery rhymes and fairy tales as a starting point, campers will create visual art, flex their performing muscles with character creation, and experience the magic of stories by becoming the storytellers themselves!  

Week 2 (June 21-25): Color Blast
This week, we will go on a journey to explore the magic of color! Campers will explore color creation and experimentation with painting and artmaking. We will look at the science of color and explore how color is used in visual and performing art. 

Week 3 (June 28-July 2): Artful Scientists
This week, we will look at the intersection of art and science! We will experiment and create with art materials. Campers will learn science topics through hands-on activities that culminate in the creation of art.  

Week 4 (July 6-9): Stories Alive! Global Stories
This week, our imaginations are running wild! We will travel the globe to learn about stories and storytelling traditions from many different countries. Campers will make characters come to life by acting out stories and creating art from around the world. 

Week 5 (July 12-16): Superheroes!
What’s your superpower? Students will learn the common traits of superheroes, like kindness and courage, to create unique characters with special powers. 

Week 6 (July 19-23): If It Flies
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to fly? In this camp, we will explore all things that fly. Campers will create their own flying artwork while exploring STEAM concepts. 

Week 7 (July 26-30): Around the World
This week, campers will go on a journey around the world as we explore art, traditions, and stories from outside the United States. We will create artwork from a variety of countries and hone our storytelling skills with acting activities.  

Week 8 (August 2-6): Little Builders
Campers will develop their creative and engineering skills as they design buildings and solve engineering problems. Campers will draw, design, and construct towers, buildings, 3D art and more! 

Week 9 (August 9-13): Inspired By Sound
This week, we are going to explore the many ways that art and sound interact. We will be inspired by objects that make sound and create works of art that are influenced by the sounds we hear and how they make us feel. 

Week 10 (August 16-20): Patterns and Prints
This week we will learn about various print making techniques to create our own unique prints! Along the way, we will learn about patterning, what it is and how it is used in art. We will even explore patterns in movement and creative expression.  

ArtsFocus (rising grades 3-6, with some options for rising 2nd graders)

ArtsFocus camps enable campers to focus on their selected art forms. Offered in one-week and two-week sessions, these half-day camps can be mixed and matched to make a full day. Lunchtime supervision is provided for all campers at no additional charge.

Please see the camp schedule at the top of this page for camp dates, times, and age limits.

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Ceramics (2 weeks) (grades 2-6)
These camps are some of our most popular, so sign up early! Campers will learn handbuilding and wheelthrowing techniques and how to finish their artwork with glazes. Original, kiln-fired pieces will be ready to take home at the end of each session. Students may NOT sign up for only one week of these two-week sessions. 2-week sessions begin weeks 1, 5, 7, 9. 

Handbuilding & Clay Sculpture (grades 2-6)
This camp focuses on handbuilding and sculpture techniques, giving campers the skills to create both decorative and functional pieces. Note: This camp does not include wheelthrowing techniques. For rising grades 2-4: weeks 6, 10.  For rising grades 4-6: weeks 1, 7. 

Digital Arts & Photography

Beat Making Basics (grades 4-6)
Unlike traditional music, beat making doesn’t require being able to read music or play an instrument. Instead, campers learn the techniques of beat making through composition, sampling, and songwriting using just a computer. The results are electronic dance music and hiphop songs! No experience necessary. Weeks 5, 8.

Film Photography (grades 3-6)
In this class, campers will get hands-on experience with photography starting with composing and lighting an image. After taking photos, we will  learn the art of developing film and creating the final print. All materials (including cameras) will be provided.  Weeks 2, 4, 6, 7, 10. 

Digital Playground  (grades 3-6)
This camp builds the necessary computer skills to work with programs like Adobe Photoshop. Over the course of the week, students will learn how to use photos, videos and digital programs in innovative ways. The camp may also utilize other visual arts for combined mixed-media works. Students should bring a flash drive to save their work. For rising grades 3-5: week 2.  For rising grades 4-6: week 10. 

Digital Arts (grades 4-6)
Campers will take their imaginations into the digital realm using tools provided by Adobe Photoshop. We’ll gain skills in this powerful program to draw, scan, color, edit, and manipulate our images. Students should bring a flash drive to save their work. Weeks 3, 7.

Digital Photography (grades 3-6)
This camp will cover photography basics such as framing, composition, and lighting, and also consider options for editing and enhancing photos. Please note: Campers must bring their own digital camera (not an iPod or iPhone) for this camp. Weeks 2, 3, 4, 10

Stop Motion Animation (grades 4-6)
New this summer! In this camp, students will storyboard, plan, shoot, and edit their very own stop motion animation movie. They will go through the process of stop motion animation based on their own interests to bring ordinary objects to life in film. Students should bring a flash drive to save their work. Weeks 6, 9.

Fabric & Fiber Arts

Beginning Sewing (grades 2-6)
This camp is for those with little or no sewing experience. Learn how to operate a sewing machine, learn some hand stitching, and experiment with a variety of stitches. Simple projects may include a pillowcase, drawstring bag, stuffed toy, or other items as time permits. Fabric, patterns, and basic sewing kits will be provided, or you are welcome to bring your own. For rising grades 2-3: weeks 1, 3, 4, 6.  For rising grades 4-6: weeks 2, 4, 6, 8. 

Intermediate Sewing (grades 3-6)
Learn the skills you’ll need for clothing construction and more in this camp. We will use a pattern to make simple items like a shirt, a tote bag, or a purse. Fabric and patterns will be provided. Some machine sewing experience required. Weeks 5, 8, 10. 

Advanced Sewing (grades 4-6)
This session is for campers who have already taken both Beginning and Intermediate Sewing, or have significant prior machine sewing experience. Campers should feel comfortable measuring and cutting fabric, threading a sewing machine, and winding a bobbin before enrolling in this session. Week 9 

Beginning Knitting (grades 3-6)
This class is for those who have little or no experience with knitting, but an interest in exploring this exciting art form. Yarn, needles, and basic supplies will be provided, or you are welcome to bring your own. Weeks 1, 3, 7, 10. 

Fabric & Fiber Arts (grades 3-6)
There are so many possibilities for art made with fabric and fiber! Students will learn a variety of styles that may include stitching, dyeing, weaving, fabric collage, and clothing modification. Machine sewing will not be taught in this camp. Weeks 1, 7, 9. 

Hand-stitching & Fabric Arts (grades 2-4)
This camp is for students who are ready to learn the basics of sewing and working with fabrics. Instructors will provide an introduction to sewing tools, and students will create several small handstitched items. No machine sewing will be taught in this camp. Weeks 5, 7, 9. 

Fashion Upcycling (grades 3-6)
Campers will create new and exciting clothing and fashion accessories while exploring sustainability by repurposing, deconstructing and combining old clothes into runway- ready garments. Week 3. 

Visual Arts

Cartooning & Comics (grades 2-6)
Designed for the artist who wants to tell a story with text and images, this popular camp invites campers to explore cartoons, comic books, and graphic novels. Campers will try their hand at single panel cartoons, short comics, and caricatures, as well as writing stories to go along with their drawings. For rising grades 2-6: week 2, 8. For rising grades 3-6: weeks 4. 

Contemporary Art (grades 2-6)
In this camp, we’ll learn about modern perspectives on artistic creation! We will create original works both individually and collaboratively, inspired by the artists who have shaped contemporary art. Weeks 3, 9.

Drawing Techniques (grades 3-6)
Artistic expression starts with a solid foundation in drawing. Campers will learn new techniques and strengthen existing ones, while exploring the use of pen, pencil, charcoal, and pastels. All skill levels are welcome. Weeks 2, 5, 6. 

Mixed Media Explorations (grades 3-6)
In this camp, we’ll try out lots of techniques such as acrylic painting, collaging, drawing, and layering. We’ll work with painting tools and everyday objects to learn how we can make art out of anything! Weeks 1, 6, 10.

Painting Techniques (grades 2-6)
Whether your camper is a practiced painter or picking up a brush for the first time, this session is a great opportunity to develop new skills with paint. Campers will gain experience with acrylic and watercolor while increasing confidence and embracing their own personal expression. For rising grades 2-4: week 7.  For rising grades 3-6: week3, 5, 10. 

Abstract Painting (grades 3-6)
Color. Shape. Line. Expression. This class teaches young artists the basics of abstraction. Over the course of the week, we’ll learn about the elements and principles of design and how to use them effectively in painting. Week 2.

Draw the World Around You (grades 3-6)
New this summer! Campers will study proportion and composition to draw a variety of people, objects, and landscapes. This camp introduces the observational skills required to draw a portrait. Campers will complete fun with gestural drawing exercises as well as longer durational studies.  Week 4. 

Sculpture (grades 3-6)
Let’s take our imagination off the page and into the 3rd-Dimension. In this class, students will explore all things sculpture! Through the use of a variety of materials and techniques students will be able to explore artistic freedoms while create unique pieces of sculptural art. Week 8. 

Graffiti (grades 3-6)
This class teaches students the fundamentals of this expressive art form. We’ll go over the historical contexts, unique terminology and explore the different types of graffiti imagery like tags, throw-ups, and pieces. Students will be able to make their own graffiti art using a colorful background and text. Week 3.

Performing Arts

Let’s Make a Play (grades 2-6) (2 weeks)
The perfect session for the drama enthusiast! From casting to curtain calls, campers learn all aspects of staging a play, including set design and costuming. Pair with a Ceramics session for a two-week block. Students may NOT register for only one week of these two-week sessions. 2-week sessions begin weeks 1, 5. 

Hiphop Dance (grades 2-6)
One of our most popular camps, this camp is a great introduction to various hiphop styles. Campers will learn basic steps and choreography while building confidence and skills in a fun, energetic environment. The final performance is a showcase of each camper’s best moves. Be prepared to sweat! Weeks 4, 7, 8. 

Improv Acting (grades 3-6)
This camp is for those who want to take their acting to the next level through a focus on movement, voice, and character development. We’ll explore theatre through games, creative movement, and improv while using our imaginations to create characters and develop stories as a team. Week3, 8, 10. 

Theatre Games (grades 2-6)
In this session, campers will explore theatre through improvisational games and activities meant to build confidence, voice, and spatial awareness. Campers will gain basic acting skills individually and in a group setting. For rising grades 2-4: week 1, 4.  For rising grades 3-6: week 3. 

Elements of Acting (grades 3-6)
For performers excited to build their acting skills, this camp will focus on movement, voice and character development. Students will work together to animate their performances through vocal and physical styles and techniques.  For rising grades 2-4: week 9. For rising grades 3-6: week 10. 

Musical Theatre (grades 2-6)
Musical Theatre camp is designed for those who love to act, sing and dance! Build your skills on stage, learning choreography, singing with others and acting out scenes from classic and contemporary musical productions. Week 5. 

Magical Theatre (grades 2-6)
This camp is designed for fantasy and adventure enthusiasts to delve into theater, using books and the world around them as inspiration.  Through fun games, collaboration, and original ideas, campers will develop a play or short scenes inspired by magical characters, stories and landscapes. Week 9. 

Young Playwrights (grades 2-6)
This camp is for individuals who love to make up stories and movies in their mind. It’s a chance to translate those stories to the stage! Young writers have an opportunity to learn the foundations of script writing and play development. Campers will develop short works to be presented in a final staged reading. Week 9. 

Puppetry (grades 3-6)
New this summer! In this camp, students will explore puppet traditions from all around the world, from marionettes to Muppets! Most importantly, campers will spend the week designing, constructing, and acting with their own puppets. Campers will experiment with simple mechanics and puppetry acting styles.  Weeks 4, 9.  

Writing

Creative Fiction Writing (grades 4-6)
In this camp we’ll look at the qualities shared by great short stories: strong characters, a sense of place and mood, and the spark of mystery or compelling action that engages your reader. Bring your wildest ideas to include in your very own short stories! Week 8. 

Poetry Writing (grades 4-6)
Campers will use poetry as a site of play and discovery as they develop their own writing styles. By working both individually and collaboratively, we’ll share ideas and learn about several common styles of poetry. Bring your ideas and a notebook! Week 3.

Summer Youth Workshops (rising grades 7-12)

The ArtsCenter offers one-week, half-day workshops for middle and high school students in a variety of art forms. Mix and match morning and afternoon sessions to fit your schedule and interests. In all workshops, instructors focus on skill development and discovery of creative voice. A low student-instructor ratio provides an encouraging environment for constructive feedback and exploring the creative process.

These workshops are a great opportunity to explore your artistic talents, build your portfolio, or just learn a new skill you’ve been curious about trying! Students in Summer Youth Workshops are permitted to sign themselves in and out of camp each day.

Fabric & Fiber Arts

Mending and Remaking
In this workshop, students will learn the skills needed to mend treasured and well-worn items such as favorite jeans, a sibling’s stuffed animal, or a ripped tote bag. In addition to functional mending skills, students will also explore upcycled fashion by using old or thrifted clothing items to create rejuvenated items and new styles to wear. Week 3

Natural Dyeing
There are so many natural items that can be used to create a rainbow of beautifully dyed textiles. This workshop will focus on the history and process of dyeing fabrics, clothing items, and more. Students will use naturally ocurring materials to add depth and color to their fabrics in a variety of dyeing styles. Week 4

Sewing Workshop
Learn the skills you’ll need for clothing construction and more in this camp. Students will use a pattern to make simple items like clothing, a tote bag, or a pillow. Fabric, patterns, and basic sewing materials will be provided – students can choose to bring their own fabric as well. Week 2

Digital Arts & Photography

Beginning Adobe Photoshop
Photoshop is the industry standard for digital image manipulation used by photographers, graphic designers, website builders, animators, comic artists, and other creative professionals. Students will learn to create, enhance, and edit images and generate amazing effects. The week’s projects will help launch your artwork into the limitless digital realm. Students should bring a flash drive to save their work. Week 1

Intermediate Photoshop
Take your digital portfolio to the next level. Students will expand on their editing skills taking on more involved artworks with greater technical knowledge and skill. Build your portfolio with one-on-one support of a professional teaching artist. Campers should be familiar with basic Photoshop skills or have taken a beginner course in PhotoshopStudents should bring a flash drive to save their work. Week 7

Film Photography
In this class, students will get hands-on experience with photography starting with composing and lighting an image. After taking photos, we will learn the art of developing film and creating the final print. All materials (including cameras) will be provided. Weeks 6, 8.

Digital Music Production
In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of creating and performing music digitally, using cutting edge music production software and hardware. Students will engage in a truly interactive learning experience with hands-on control of Ableton Live software via dedicated hardware controllers. By the end of this course, students will possess a functional understanding of music production software as well as a basic grasp of music theory, mixing theory, and song crafting. Students must bring their own headphones or earbuds. Students should also bring a flash drive to save their work. Weeks 4, 9.

Beginning Digital Photography
Photographers at all levels of experience will gain professional shooting experience and practice photo manipulation techniques in this workshop. Topics include how light, contrast, composition, and shutter speeds interact to create successful digital images. Students may use Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop to enhance favorite images for final presentation. Beginners welcome. Students must bring their own digital camera (not an iPhone) for this workshop. Week 1

Intermediate Digital Photography
For those who have taken introductory/beginning photography classes, this course will refresh, expand and refine technical and conceptual practices. The intermediate course is designed for those looking to further develop camera, photoshop and/or Lightroom skills. Students must bring their own digital camera (not an iPhone) for this workshop. Week 5

Digital Interactive Art
New this year! In this course, campers will innovate, experiment, and create using a fusion of digital and tangible art. Students will explore how technology such as photography, video, and apps- can be integrated with visual art to create immersive art experiences. Students should bring a flash drive to save their work. Week 8

Visual Arts

Acrylic & Mixed Media Painting
This workshop is for students who want to break out of the box of traditional drawing and painting. Students will work with acrylic paint, pastels, graphite, and paper products to create multi-dimensional pieces. Along with basic painting and drawing tools, students will incorporate recycled materials into their work to create texture and depth. This workshop is great for those looking to build their portfolio as well as those who just want to experiment with new materials. Weeks 2, 9.

Drawing Foundations
In this workshop, students will learn to draw with confidence and consistency. Using pencil, pen and charcoal, students will practice proportion, shape, perspective, and shading to build an artistic foundation in drawing. Projects may include still life, portraiture, landscapes and useful techniques for getting the hang of tricky techniques. Weeks 1, 4.

Advanced Drawing
This workshop is for experienced artists looking to develop their drawing skills and push themselves further. We’ll expand on the basics of drawing techniques and offer in-depth technical instruction and longer, more focused activities in a wide range of media including charcoal and graphite. Students will practice composition, shading, spatial relationships, and texture. Whether you’re an artist working from life or fantasy, this workshop is bound to inspire you and add some impressive pieces to your portfolio. Weeks 5, 8.

Graphic Novels
Graphic novels are a rapidly growing art form that has been popularized by works such as Art Spiegelman’s Maus, Kate Beaton’s Hark! A Vagrant, and Alison Bechdel’s Fun Home. In this workshop, students will learn to create cohesive comics narratives, both short-form and graphic novel length, while emphasizing clarity and experimentation. A variety of materials will be used while learning about page composition, character design, story structure, and drawing techniques. All skill levels welcome.  Week 2.

Metal Jewelry Crafting
This workshop will teach the basics of working with metals like copper and brass for small jewelry pieces. Students will be introduced to jewelry making tools and learn techniques to create a copper or brass pendant and pair of earrings. We’ll finish our projects with decorative textures and patinas. As time allows, we’ll also make a copper or brass bypass ring. No experience required. All materials will be provided. Weeks 7, 9.

Watercolor Techniques
In this workshop, students will learn watercolor techniques to create both realistic and abstract works. We’ll discuss color, water, and how it dries, absorbs, and mixes on paper to create beautiful artistic effects. All skill levels welcome. Weeks 3, 5.

Zines Workshop
A zine is a handmade magazine or mini-comic about anything you can imagine: favorite bands, personal stories, subcultures, or collections. They contain diary entries, drawings, rants, interviews, and more. They can be by one person or many, found in stores, traded at comic conventions, exchanged with friends, or given away for free. This workshop is for learning tips and tricks and creating something cool in a friendly environment. Learn to design and print your own zine so you can put it in others’ hands. No experience is necessary and everyone is invited to participate. Week 8

Paper Sculpture
New this year! In this camp, students will learn about symmetry and movement while developing technical skills and craftmanship in paper sculpture. 3D art will be explored with projects like Papier Mache, origami, and sculptures with unconventional materials.  Week 7

Clay

Handbuilding & Clay Sculpture
This workshop will focus on handbuilding and sculpture techniques, giving students the skills to create both functional and decorative pieces. Students will learn a variety of ways to build structurally sound vessels and small to medium- sized sculptures, and finish several pieces with glaze. Note: In this workshop no wheelthrowing will be taught. Week 1

Ceramics Intensive (2 weeks)
In this workshop, students will explore the fundamentals of creating functional pottery forms. They’ll focus on wheelthrowing and glazing techniques and learn about working in a ceramics studio environment. This workshop will provide the skills needed for students to feel comfortable in intermediate and adult level courses. 2-week session starting Week 5.

Writing

Creative Fiction Writing
This workshop will focus on creative writing techniques geared towards students interested in fiction. Students will learn about creating characters, use of narration, and engaging dialogue while writing short stories and generating ideas for longer works. Week 1

Writing Fantasy & Sci-Fi
Do you love magical duels, humans fighting dragons and chimeras, evil overlords, chosen ones, and powerful artifacts? Or perhaps you prefer time travel, dystopian futures, space battles, and sentient technology? Join us for a week of writing the fantastical. We’ll learn basic story structure, each day discovering what plot has in store for our heroes. At the end of the week, you’ll have written a story that’s out of this world. Week 7

Creative Journaling
In this workshop, students will discover the many ways to use journals to document your dreams, thoughts, ideas, and feelings. Don’t think you can draw or write poetry? No problem! Creative journaling involves a variety of techniques that do not rely on “Dear Diary” entries. Freeform writing, mixed media, photography, and other techniques will be explored in this camp. Week 6

Theatre

Elements of Acting
For performers interested in taking their acting to the next level, this workshop will focus on movement, voice, and character development. Students will animate performances through a myriad of theatrical styles both physical and vocal. Beginners are welcome – come prepared to focus, move, and be challenged. Week 2

Improv Acting
Students will learn to create improvised scenes individually and in groups. Then, they’ll build skills to refine their performances for an audience, focusing on stage presence, clarity of voice, and self-confidence. Weeks 7, 9.

Shakespeare
Who knew Shakespeare could be so much FUN? In-depth exploration of Shakespeare texts can have enticing and surprising results! Students will make sense of Shakespeare’s writing by applying humor and realism in modern day terms. Campers will develop short scenes from texts to performance. Week 10

Puppetry
New this year! In this camp, students will explore learn about modern day and historical types and uses of puppets. Campers will experience using a variety of puppets, from shadow puppets to group puppets. Most importantly, campers will spend the week designing, constructing, and acting with their own puppets. Campers will experiment with simple mechanics and puppetry acting styles, culminating in an end-of-week performance. Week 5

Play Production: Devised Theatre
New this year! Explore essential acting skills by working collaboratively as an ensemble to create your own piece of original theatre. Discover how theatre can be used to express our views of the world around us. Campers will develop acting skills like character development, vocal training, focus, spontaneity, and collaboration to create a group performance. 2-week session starting Week 6.