summer art camp
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Come and join our art adventure!
Each week, explore new projects with drawing, painting, sculpting, mixed media and more. The focus is on giving young artists access to professional art instructors and quality materials to create art. Special visitors will stop by each week to inspire your camper with exciting animal friends to meet and draw. New projects each week. UPDATE: Most camps are now FULL - select July dates still open. Scroll down or click button below to see available dates. Register for WAITLIST using the form. |
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Note: For all day camps, please bring a nut-free bag lunch, and bottle of water each day. You may want to bring sunscreen for lunchtime/playtime outdoors. For 1/2 day workshops, please bring a water bottle and snack.
Want to learn more? Scroll down for our weekly schedule, or visit our Camp FAQ to see photos of camp activities, read parent comments, and explore projects. Staff Contact: Coordinator Thomas Egger 815.451.6630 creativeartsyouthcamps@gmail.com 2023 Summer Art Camp Schedule FULL June 5-8 - please use camp form to be added to WAITLIST 9:30am-2:30pm, Mon-Thurs 4 day camp; Age 6-12; $190 Campers grouped by age, 6-8 & 9-12, unless otherwise requested. Lead instructor: Thomas Egger Planned schedule (subject to change): TUESDAY special guest: Randall Oaks Zoo with animal friends to meet & draw WEDNESDAY lunch at Main Beach: Visit the playground at Crystal Lake Main Beach and eat lunch there (weather permitting) THURSDAY art showcase: Parents invited 2:30-2:45pm to see display of camper art; let's celebrate their accomplishments! Weather permitting, lunchtime will be outside at picnic benches. FULL June 12-15- please use camp form to be added to WAITLIST 9:30am-2:30pm, Mon-Thurs 4 day camp; Age 8-14; $190 Campers grouped by age, 8-10 & 11-14, unless otherwise requested. Lead instructor: Thomas Egger Planned schedule (subject to change): TUESDAY special guest: Lost Woods Animal Sanctuary with animal friends to meet & draw WEDNESDAY lunch at Main Beach: Visit the playground at Crystal Lake Main Beach and eat lunch there (weather permitting) THURSDAY art showcase: Parents invited 2:30-2:45pm to see display of camper art; let's celebrate their accomplishments! Weather permitting, lunchtime will be outside at picnic benches. FULL *June 12-14 - please use camp form to be added to WAITLIST Mon-Wed 10am-12:30pm SEW IT workshop, age 10-16; $90 $90 per 3-day workshop - learn to design your own patterns and use a sewing machine. This focused workshop with 10 participants maximum includes instruction on designing mini-plushies, drawstring bags or totes, and allows participants to either follow along step-by-step, or create their own unique projects based on instructor demonstrations. All supplies included. FULL June 19-22 - please use camp form to be added to WAITLIST 9:30am-2:30pm, Mon-Thurs 4 day camp; Age 6-12; $190 Campers grouped by age, 6-8 & 9-12, unless otherwise requested. Lead instructor: Thomas Egger Planned schedule (subject to change): TUESDAY special guest: Randall Oaks Zoo with furry friends to meet & draw WEDNESDAY lunch at Main Beach: Visit the playground at Crystal Lake Main Beach and eat lunch there (weather permitting) THURSDAY art showcase: Parents invited 2:30-2:45pm to see display of camper art; let's celebrate their accomplishments! Weather permitting, lunchtime will be outside at picnic benches. FULL June 26-28 (Mon-Wed) - 3 Day Camp - please use camp form to be added to WAITLIST 9:30-2:30pm, Mon-Wed 3 day camp; Age 6-12; different fee $145 Campers grouped by age, 6-8 & 9-12, unless otherwise requested. Lead instructor: Thomas Egger Planned schedule (subject to change): TUESDAY special guest: Randall Oaks Zoo with animal friends to meet & draw WEDNESDAY art showcase: Parents invited 2:30-2:45pm to see display of camper art; let's celebrate their accomplishments! Weather permitting, lunchtime will be outside at picnic benches. July 2-8 No Art camp FULL July 10-13 9:30am-2:30pm, Mon-Thurs 4 day camp; Age 8-14; $190 Campers grouped by age, 8-10 & 11-14, unless otherwise requested. Lead instructor: Thomas Egger Planned schedule (subject to change): TUESDAY special guest: Lost Woods Animal Sanctuary with animal friends to meet & draw WEDNESDAY lunch at Main Beach: Visit the playground at Crystal Lake Main Beach and eat lunch there (weather permitting) THURSDAY art showcase: Parents invited 2:30-2:45pm to see display of camper art; let's celebrate their accomplishments! Weather permitting, lunchtime will be outside at picnic benches. FULL *July 10-12 - please use camp form to be added to WAITLIST Mon-Wed 12:30-3:00pm DIGITAL ART workshop, age 11-17; $90 $90 per 3-day workshop - learn to draw or animate using digital tools. This focused workshop with 10 participants maximum includes instruction on using our studio's iPads and Apple pencils with Procreate (or bring your own drawing tablet if you prefer). See what you can create when you master layers, brush types, shading, and more. Finished digital drawings and animations can be sent by text/email to parents/guardians, and participants will also have the option to print vinyl stickers and buttons featuring their original art. Desktop iMacs using Photoshop with Wacom tablets also available if preferred. FULL - July 17-20 4 day "Advanced Art Studio" camp; 9:30am-2:30pm; Age 11-18, grouped by age; $190 Get inspired by our talented instructors in this Advanced art camp - draw, paint, sculpt and sew your own creations with guidance from professional artists. Also try digital art with Wacom tablets and iPads provided by the studio, or bring your own device. This open studio format is perfect for advanced preteen and teen artists ready to explore new mediums, create amazing art, and meet new friends. Lead instructor: Sam Sieber Planned schedule (subject to change): TUESDAY lunch at Main Beach: Visit the playground at Crystal Lake Main Beach and eat lunch there (weather permitting) WEDNESDAY special guest: K.A.R.E. Wildlife Rescue with a special bird friend to meet and draw (owl or hawk) THURSDAY art showcase: Parents invited 2:30-2:45pm to see display of camper art; let's celebrate their accomplishments! Weather permitting, lunchtime will be outside at picnic benches. FULL - July 24-27 9:30am-2:30pm, Mon-Thurs 4 day camp; Age 8-14; $190 Campers grouped by age, 8-10 & 11-14, unless otherwise requested. Lead instructors: Thomas Egger Planned schedule (subject to change): TUESDAY special guest: Lost Woods Animal Sanctuary with animal friends to meet & draw WEDNESDAY lunch at Main Beach: Visit the playground at Crystal Lake Main Beach and eat lunch there (weather permitting) THURSDAY art showcase: Parents invited 2:30-2:45pm to see display of camper art; let's celebrate their accomplishments! Weather permitting, lunchtime will be outside at picnic benches. *July 24-26 Mon-Wed 10am-12:30pm SEW IT workshop, age 11-17; $90 $90 per 3-day workshop - learn to design your own patterns and use a sewing machine. This focused workshop with 10 participants maximum includes instruction on designing mini-plushies, drawstring bags or totes, and allows participants to either follow along step-by-step, or create their own unique projects based on instructor demonstrations. All supplies included. July 31-Aug 3 9:30am-2:30pm, Mon-Thurs 4 day camp; Age 8-14; $190 Campers grouped by age, 8-10 & 11-14, unless otherwise requested. Lead instructor: Thomas Egger Planned schedule (subject to change): TUESDAY special guest: Lost Woods Animal Sanctuary with animal friends to meet & draw WEDNESDAY lunch at Main Beach: Visit the playground at Crystal Lake Main Beach and eat lunch there (weather permitting) THURSDAY art showcase: Parents invited 2:30-2:45pm to see display of camper art; let's celebrate their accomplishments! Weather permitting, lunchtime will be outside at picnic benches. FULL Aug 7-9 - please use camp form to be added to WAITLIST (Mon-Wed) - 3 Day Camp 9:30-2:30pm, Mon-Wed 3 day camp; Age 6-12; different fee $145 Campers grouped by age, 6-8 & 9-12, unless otherwise requested. Lead instructor: Thomas Egger Planned schedule (subject to change): TUESDAY special guest: Randall Oaks Zoo with furry friends to meet & draw WEDNESDAY art showcase: Parents invited 2:30-2:45pm to see display of camper art; let's celebrate their accomplishments! Weather permitting, lunchtime will be outside at picnic benches. FULL *Aug 7-9 - please use camp form to be added to WAITLIST Mon-Wed 12:30-3:00pm DIGITAL ART workshop, age 10-16; $90 $90 per 3-day workshop - learn to draw or animate using digital tools. This focused workshop with 10 participants maximum includes instruction on using our studio's iPads and Apple pencils with Procreate (or bring your own drawing tablet if you prefer). See what you can create when you master layers, brush types, shading, and more. Finished digital drawings and animations can be sent by text/email to parents/guardians, and participants will also have the option to print vinyl stickers and buttons featuring their original art. Desktop iMacs using Photoshop with Wacom tablets also available if preferred. |
Special guests to inspire your creativity at day camps! Here are some upcoming guests:
Meet & draw small furry friends or reptiles from Randall Oaks zoo
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Meet & draw cute exotic pets from Lost Woods Animal Sanctuary
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See FAQ and photos of summer art camp
The summer art camp experience was made possible in part by grants from The Community Foundation of McHenry County.