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Grades 3-7, weekly sessions (Ceramics is 2 weeks)

Children will have fun learning while they create exciting arts and crafts projects. Depending on their chosen camp, children will create a variety of unique items such as personal adornments, useful items for their room, or wacky works of art. Afternoons are filled with fun activities that could include swimming at the Rec Pool, tours around campus, games, activities and more.
Each Friday from 12 to 12:20 pm, family members are encouraged to attend an outdoor art show featuring the students’ work.

Full Day schedule: (Monday-Friday)
8- 9 a.m.	Optional: Quiet time activities
9 a.m.- 12 p.m.	Craft instruction (please arrive by 9 a.m.)
12-1 p.m.	Lunch (provided by participant)
1- 4 p.m.	Afternoon activities
4- 5:30 p.m.	Optional: quiet time activities

Half Day schedule: (Monday-Friday)
8- 9 a.m.	Optional: Quiet time activities
9 a.m.- 12 p.m.	Craft instruction (please arrive by 9 a.m.)
12 p.m.	Pick up from Craft Center

Ceramics
Students will create bowls, whimsical creatures, and other functional or artistic items in this tactile class. A variety of clay working techniques will be introduced, including hand building, molding, sculpture, and limited wheel throwing. Ceramics sessions are two weeks long.

Grades 3-5
 CW2 June 23-July 4* FULL as of 3/25
 CW6 July 21-August 1 FULL as of 3/25

 Grades 5-7
 CW4 July 7-18 FULL as of 3/25
 CW8 August 4-15 FULL as of 3/25

 Full day: UA$450 / GP $480
 Half day: UA$290 / GP$310
 *Camp will run July 4

Craft Sampler
Not sure which camp to pick? Try Craft Sampler on for size. We’ll explore a variety of crafts including papermaking, screen printing, Ukrainian egg dying and more.

Grades 3-5
 CS3 June 30-July 4* FULL as of 4/8
 CS5 July 14-18 FULL as of 3/25
 CS7 July 28-August 1
 CS9 August 11-15

 Grades 5-7
 CS2 June 23-27 FULL as of 4/29
 CS4 July 7-11 FULL as of 3/25
 CS6 July 21-25
 CS8 August 4-8
 CS10 August 18-22

 Full day: UA$225 / GP$240
 Half day: UA$145 / GP$155
 *Camp will run July 4

 

Drawing & painting
Students will learn several fine art processes while exploring different drawing and painting techniques. Students will use pencils, markers, inks and paints to create works of art incorporating animals, landscapes, still life and fantasy.

 Grades 3-5
 DP2 June 23-27 FULL as of 3/25
 DP4 July 7-11
 DP6 July 21-25
 DP8 August 4-8
 DP10 August 18-22 FULL as of 5/6

Grades 5-7
DP3 June 30-July 4* FULL as of 4/17
DP5 July 14-18 FULL as of 4/4
DP7 July 28-August 1 FULL as of 4/4
DP9 August 11-15 FULL as of 5/6

 Full day: UA$225/ GP$240
 Half day: UA$145 / GP $155
 *Camp will run July 4

Jewelry & Accessories
Students will create a variety of adornments of their own design, including necklaces, earrings, bracelets and more. A variety of techniques will be taught, including beading, wire jewelry, and working with polymer clay.

Grades 3-5
 JA3 June 30-July 4*
 JA5 July 14-18 FULL as of 4/8
 JA7 July 28-August 1 FULL as of 4/17
 JA9 August 11-15

Grades 5-7
JA2 June 23-27 FULL as of 4/29
JA4 July 7-11 FULL as of 4/4
JA6 July 21-25 FULL as of 3/25
JA8 August 4-8 FULL as of 5/6
JA10 August 18-22

 Full day: UA$225 / GP$240
 Half day: UA$145 / GP$155
 *Camp will run July 4

Sculpture
Students will create everything from wacky creatures to three-dimensional functional objects in this fun filled class. A variety of sculpting processes will be explored, including paper mache, polymer clay, and plaster. Projects may include figurines, pillows, garden art, picture frames, or other 3-dimensional creations.

Grades 3-5
SC3 June 30-July 4*
SC5 July 14-18 FULL as of 5/8
SC7 July 28-August 1 FULL as of 4/29
SC9 August 11-15

Grades 5-7
SC2 June 23-27 FULL as of 4/4
SC4 July 7-11 FULL as of 4/4
SC6 July 21-25
SC8 August 4-8
SC10 August 18-22 FULL as of 4/17

 Full day: UA$225 / GP$235
 Half day: UA$145 / GP$155
 *Camp will run July 4

Sewing
In the class for grades 3-5, students will complete several smaller projects chosen by the instructor, including tote bags, pillows, and other useful items. In the class for grades 5-7, students will use a pattern chosen by the instructor to complete a simple pair of shorts or a skirt. Students in grades 5-7 must purchase their fabric prior to the first class. Information about fabric choices will be sent to participants after registration.

Grades 3-5
 SW2 June 23-27 FULL as of 5/8
 SW4 July 7-11 FULL as of 4/15
 SW6 July 21-25 FULL as of 4/8
 SW8 August 4-8 FULL as of 4/29
 SW10 August 18-22

Grades 5-7
SW3 June 30-July 4* FULL as of 4/4
SW5 July 14-18 FULL as of 4/4
SW7 July 28-August 1 FULL as of 3/25
SW9 August 11-15 FULL as of 4/4

 Full-day: UA$225 / GP$240
 Half-day:UA$145 / GP$155
 *Camp will run July 4 

Woodworking
Students will gain valuable life-long technical skills as they build useful wooden projects. Using hand tools and limited power tools, students will learn techniques such as measuring, cutting, joining, drilling, sanding and finishing. Each year we choose a practical project such as step stools, storage boxes, clocks, lamps, or tables.

 Grades 3-5
 WW2 June 23-27 FULL as of 4/4
 WW4 July 7-11
 WW6 July 21-25
 WW8 August 4-8
 WW10 August 18-22

Grades 5-7
WW3 June 30-July 4* FULL as of 4/8
WW5 July 14-18 FULL as of 4/4
WW7 July 28-August 1 FULL as of 4/8
WW9 August 11-15

 Full-day: UA$225 / GP$240
 Half-day:UA$145 / GP$155
 *Camp will run July 4

Teen Craft Classes
Grades 8-10, weekly sessions
(Ceramics is 2 weeks)

Teens can learn more advanced crafting skills in our after- noon classes just for them. All supplies are included for all classes except sewing; pattern and fabric must be purchased separately.

Airbrush Painting
Ever wonder just how artists create those custom designs on helmets, t-shirts and motorcycles? Then take this class to learn airbrushing basics such as stenciling, shading, blending and layering colors, and taking care of airbrush equipment. Airbrushing is an ideal medium for many surfaces, including paper, fabric, and silk.

 TAP1 July 14-18, 1-3 p.m. FULL as of 4/17
 TAP2 July 21-25, 1-3 p.m.

UA$120 / GP$130

Black and White Photography
Learn how to use a camera, develop negatives, and make your own black and white prints. The instructor will cover the concepts of composition, and the techniques for printing and dry mounting. A 35mm (SLR or “point and shoot”) camera is required.  Cameras are available if students can’t provide one.

TBW1 July 14-18, 1-3 p.m. FULL as of 4/4
 TBW2 August 4-8, 1-3 p.m.
 TBW3 August 18-22, 1-3 p.m.

 UA$120 / GP$130

Silk painting
Students will learn the vibrant, simple process of silk painting. Learn to apply resist and permanent dyes, as well as a variety of decorative techniques such as using salt to create starburst patterns.

 TSP June 30- July 4, 1-3 p.m.*

 UA$120 / GP$130
 *Camp will run July 4

Ceramic Wheelthrowing
Enjoy the satisfaction of throwing clay on the wheel. The instructor will concentrate on getting you comfortable using a kick wheel, as well as giving you a solid foundation in making a few basic forms such as cylinders, cups and bowls. Basic glazing will also be covered and you can expect to produce some finished pieces.

TCW June 30-July 11, Mon, Tues, Thurs, 1-3 p.m. FULL as of 4/4

UA $120/GP $130

Glass Fusing
Magically transform flat sheets of glass into beautiful plates, bowls, jewelry and picture frames. Glass fusing, considered a warm glass process, has endless possibilities. Students will learn cutting, grinding and placement of glass to create their individual projects.

 TGF1 July 7-11, 1-3 p.m. FULL as of 5/6
 TGF2 July 28-August 1, 1-3 p.m.
 TGF3 August 18-22, 1-3 p.m. FULL as of 4/29
 
 UA $120/GP $130

Glass Sandblasting
Create beautifully decorated glass using our pressurized sandblasting unit.  Learn how to use sandblast resist to create ornate and intricate designs that are easily carved into most types of glass.

 TSG1 July 7-11, 1-3 p.m.

 UA $120/GP $130

Stained glass
Learn to make your own stained glass suncatchers in this exciting class. Students will learn how to cut and grind glass, put pieces together with copper foil, then solder the project. Patterns will be provided, but if students have a design in mind, they can bring a pattern (subject to instructor approval).

 TSG1 July 21-25, 1-3 p.m. FULL as of 4/29
 TSG2 August 11-15, 1-3 p.m.

 UA $120/GP $130

Screenprinting
Have you ever wanted to learn to print your own t-shirts, posters or cards? You’ll learn one color printing as well as the basics of multi-color printing. Expect to print one single- color design during the class. Information on what to bring to the first class will be sent after registration. All printing supplies, including two
t-shirts, are included in the class price. Additional t-shirts may be purchased for $4 each.

 TSC1 July 28-August 1, 1-3 p.m.
 TSC2 August 11-15, 1-3 p.m.
 UA $120/GP $130

Sewing
Enjoy the satisfaction of creating your own unique articles of clothing by completing a simple pair of shorts or a skirt. Pattern will be chosen by the instructor, and information about pattern and fabric choices will be sent to participants after registration. Students who have previous sewing experience may choose their own pattern, but are cautioned to choose a pattern that is not too difficult. Students must purchase their pattern and fabric prior to the first class.

 TSW August 4-8, 1-3 p.m. FULL as of 4/4

UA $120/GP $130

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