Youth Summer Art Academy
Young Artists Wanted
Grades
1st – 8th grade
Cost
$125/Weeklong Class
Dates
July 13 – 24, 2026
Times
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.*
*Limited spots available for students staying over lunch
Is your child interested in art?
Our art program is the perfect way for them to explore their creativity and learn new skills. All materials are provided, and no previous experience is needed.
Lunch is NOT provided.
Curriculum overview
2D Art Exploration
Get ready for a week of vibrant colors and imaginative creations! This exciting program will inspire your child’s artistic journey as they explore the exciting world of two-dimensional art. Through hands-on projects young artists will explore a variety of materials and techniques to develop their observational skills and create stunning drawings, paintings, and mixed media masterpieces!
New for 2026 – Teachers will incorporate the theme “Camp Castaway” into projects!
Week 1 ($125)
- Drawing: Learn different drawing techniques, from simple line drawings to expressive portraits and imaginative landscapes using graphite, charcoal, crayons, and markers.
- Printmaking: Create multiple copies of your original artwork through techniques like stamp making, linocut and monoprint.
Week 2 ($125)
- Painting: Let’s get colorful! Explore different painting techniques and mediums, such as acrylics, watercolors, and mixed media. Learn about color theory, composition, and brushwork.
- Collage: Discover the amazing variety of textures and colors found in everyday materials like paper, fabric, and found objects. Students will learn basic cutting, tearing, and pasting skills to create interesting compositions. They will explore the basics of color theory and how to use color to create mood and atmosphere, as well as how to incorporate images, symbols, and found objects to tell a visual story.
3D Art Exploration
This exciting program will ignite your child’s creativity as they explore the world of three-dimensional art! Through hands-on projects young artists will explore a variety of materials and techniques to develop their spatial thinking skills and create unique sculptures, mobiles, and more!
New for 2026 – Teachers will incorporate the theme “Camp Castaway” into projects!
Week 1 ($125)
- Air-dry Clay Creations: Sculpt fantastical creatures, whimsical animals, and imaginative objects using a variety of clays.
- Adventures in Sculpture: Discover the magic of repurposing everyday materials like cardboard, bottles, and boxes into unique 3D artworks.
Week 2 ($125)
- Paper Sculptures: Transform ordinary paper into extraordinary creations with techniques like paper mâché, origami, and paper weaving.
- Fantastic Fibers: Dive into the world of textiles and textures through a variety of fiber art techniques such as basketry, soft sculpture, sewing, felting, weaving, and macrame. Students will explore different materials like yarn, fabric, and natural fibers to create unique and imaginative textile artworks.
Program highlights
- Artistic Exploration: Your child will learn how to use a variety of different materials and tools.
- Problem-solving and critical thinking: Art helps children develop important skills like problem-solving and critical thinking.
- Self-expression: Art is a great way for children to express themselves and share their ideas.
- Confidence and self-esteem: Seeing their own creations can boost your child’s confidence and self-esteem
Why choose our program?
- Comprehensive Exploration: Explore a diverse range of artistic techniques and styles through hands-on projects.
- Fun and engaging activities: Our program is designed to be fun and engaging for all children.
- Experienced instructors: Classes are taught by talented local K-12 art teachers who are passionate about teaching children.
- Showcase your work: The program will culminate with an exhibition of their artwork for family and friends to admire.
- Small class sizes: We keep our class sizes small to ensure that each child receives individual attention.
- Affordable pricing: We offer competitive pricing to make our program accessible to everyone.
“It’s really about the environment for our family. Our daughter feels so safe at Saint Francis. She has had some bad experiences at school with other kids, but during the art camp, she feels really free to be herself.”
– Parent of Camper, Summer ‘23
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