MAGICAL REALMS

ONE WEEK CAMP • 6/9 – 6/13 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 6-8 • $450-$625

Put your fairy wings on and explore the captivating world of magic, imagination and nature in the realm of fantasy. Artists will create enchanting fairy art including dwellings, flower crowns, sculptures and potions while weaving imaginative tales of fairies and other creatures that inhabit their charming world. Take walks through Lake Merritt and install fairy doors as you hunt for evidence of magic all around us.

VIRTUAL WORLD BUILDING

ONE WEEK CAMP • 6/9 – 6/13 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 9-11 • $450-$625

Bring the realms of your imagination to life with digital media and traditional art tools.  Explore experimental gaming, avatarism and storytelling. Use Virtual Reality, Scratch, Procreate, painting and sculpture to create magical worlds. 

CARPENTRY

TWO WEEK CAMP • 6/9 – 6/20* & 6/23 – 7/4* • 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Ages 6-13 • $1000-$1300

If you can imagine it you can build it! Campers will learn to use a complement of hand tools in a course that stresses respect for others, respect for tools, safe tool use, practical problem-solving and creative development. Projects increase in difficulty as experience grows, beginning with toy boats and working up to full-sized furniture and professional skateboards. 

*First day of Carpentry camp is mandatory for all first time carpentry campers*

EXTREME STEAM

ONE WEEK CAMP • 6/16 – 6/20* • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 8-10 • $450-$625

Bend the rules and test the limits of your most creative ideas to see what fun can be had in the STEAM LAB. What can you create/destroy with a homemade trebuchet? What can you transport on your homemade mini zipline? How high can your water rocket go? Enter the exuberant meeting of art and science in this messy, fun camp!

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MYTHS, MAGIC, AND MASTERPIECES

ONE WEEK CAMP • 6/16 – 6/20* • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 6-8 • $450-$625

Children’s books are home to some of the world’s most inspiring artwork and storytelling! In this class, we’ll read captivating books and discuss what makes a story timeless and engaging. Exploring myths, legends, fairy tales, and the hero’s journey, students will unlock their imaginations to create original stories and characters. Through a hands-on approach, they’ll experiment with a wide variety of 2D and 3D materials, including drawing, collage, clay, assemblage, and book-making, bringing their narratives to life in unique and creative ways.

SHOWSTOPPERS

ONE WEEK CAMP • 6/23 – 6/27 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 9-12 • $450-$625

“Showstoppers” is an exciting theater camp where creativity takes center stage! Together, campers will collaborate to create their very own play. From brainstorming themes and crafting storylines to developing memorable characters, every camper will be part of the magic. Along the way, they’ll dive into hands-on fun—building props, painting backdrops, and designing costumes. The grand finale? A spectacular on-stage performance showcasing the play they’ve brought to life! This camp offers an unforgettable experience filled with imagination, teamwork, and all kinds of creative expression.

NATURE NAVIGATORS

ONE WEEK CAMP • 6/23 – 6/27 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 6-8 • $450-$625

Take a bird’s eye view of who’s hoo at Lake Merritt and our local watershed. Put on your science hat and examine the flora, fauna and weather systems. Put on your artist’s hat to craft original maps and mixed media art projects based upon who we meet and what we discover. Campers will be gardening and interacting with our animal ambassadors.

COMICS AND ZINES

ONE WEEK CAMP • 6/30 – 7/4* • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 7-10 • $450-$625

Create and publish your own story! Tell your own tale! In this camp, we will explore the world of visual storytelling. Artists will be introduced to basic concepts of cartooning, inking, storyboards, and more. They will also learn the cultural and social history of Zines and comics, using artists and collectives like Riot Grrrl, Lynda Barry, Kate Bingaman Burt, and others. Artists will share their work with their peers and the larger community.

MURAL MAKING

ONE WEEK CAMP • 7/7 – 7/11 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 11-13 • $450-$625

Join us for a week of artistic exploration and teamwork as young artists come together to embark on an exciting mural-making journey. Artists will engage in hands-on activities, learning various mural-making styles and techniques. Campers will delve into the stories of renowned mural artists, gaining inspiration and insights into the art form. Through interactive sessions, they will work on creating mockups, generating ideas, and crafting imagery that reflects their unique perspectives culminating in the collaborative creation of a large-scale mural guided by experienced instructors.

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CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY

ONE WEEK CAMP • 7/7 – 7/11 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 7-10 • $450-$625

Join us for a creative journey packed with fun and innovation! In this camp students will dive into different modules exploring the wonders of creative technology and engineering. This hands-on class is all about sparking curiosity and building skills while having a blast!

Students in this camp will explore virtual reality and game design by creating their own mini-game in CoSpaces, then let classmates play it in virtual reality using Oculus!They will also design, download, and print their own custom 3D figurines. and finally build and program a robot using LEGO kits, then reimagine its purpose—like transforming it into a painting machine!

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INTRO TO SEWING

ONE WEEK CAMP • 7/14 – 7/18 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 10-12 • $450-$625

In this hands-on sewing class, students will discover the fundamentals of sewing both by hand and machine. They’ll explore a variety of fabrics and materials while learning how to read and customize patterns. Measuring skills will be taught to ensure the perfect fit for every project. Throughout the camp, students will create fun and functional items like a stylish tote bag, a comfy t-shirt, and much more. It’s a fantastic opportunity to develop new skills, unleash creativity, and create something truly one-of-a-kind!

PRINTMAKING

ONE WEEK CAMP • 7/14 – 7/18 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 7-10 • $450-$625

Jump into the exciting and colorful world of printmaking! Campers will dive into a variety of exciting printmaking techniques, including relief printing, stamp making, monotypes, Gelli plate printing, collagraphs, and much more. They’ll have the opportunity to design unique patterns, explore bold textures, and experiment with an array of materials to bring their artwork to life. Using a mix of recycled, found, natural, and traditional materials, campers will discover endless possibilities for creating truly unique prints that showcase their creativity and individuality.

FASHION FORWARD

ONE WEEK CAMP • 7/21 – 7/25 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 12-17 • $450-$625

Calling all Fashonistas! Designers will learn how textile and material play a central role in the design of a fashion collection. They will develop mood boards and explore fashion sketching, upcycling and sewing. Designers will learn basic construction techniques while pushing the limits of each material. This is an intermediate sewing class. Prior experience with sewing machines is required.

TINKER LAB

ONE WEEK CAMP • 7/21 – 7/25 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 6-8 • $450-$625

Welcome to the Tinkerer’s workshop where we investigate science and technology through art making. Tinkerers spend the week fully immersed in the STEAM Lab. They will investigate basic circuitry, solar energy, robots and more while creating a variety of thrilling projects like toys from recycled materials, electronics, and other devices.

STOP MOTION ANIMATION

ONE WEEK CAMP • 7/21 – 7/25 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 8-10 • $450-$625

Tap into the incredible practice of stop-motion film production and technique. Animation camp has everything young filmmakers need to create their own movies. They will explore story planning and set design. They will make their own characters out of paper, clay and other exciting materials.  And they will learn how to use special effects, create titles and add music and sound to their film project.

EXPRESS YOURSELF

ONE WEEK CAMP • 7/28 – 8/1 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 11-13 • $450-$625

Express Yourself this summer with art camp!  Youth entering 6th to 8th grades will develop their technical art skills in a warm and supportive environment.  Projects will be both challenging and inspiring -designed for the creative who wants to explore new techniques and media with a desire to grow their own voice. Working from photographs and other reference materials, students will learn to paint vivid landscapes, self portraits on canvas, and build rich collages and 3D art.

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DIGITAL ART

ONE WEEK CAMP • 7/28 – 8/1 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 12-17 • $450-$625

This camp is ideal for teens interested in expressing themselves through digital art! Whether you’re a beginner curious to explore the world of digital creation or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills, this class welcomes all skill levels. Participants will dive into the fundamentals of digital art using Procreate, mastering techniques for designing, drawing, and animating while unleashing their creativity.

WILD BOTANICALS AND AMAZING ANIMALS

ONE WEEK CAMP • 7/28 – 8/1 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 6-8 • $450-$625

Explore your world! We will learn to identify different plants and trees in the Oakland area, find out which are native and which are invasive. The campers will document the plants through various artistic mediums including watercolor, colored pencil, acrylic and sculpture. They will make pigment out of foraged plant material and make art out of botanical materials. Campers will also explore the wonderful world of local fauna and insects. They will have the opportunity to interact with and create art centered around our animal ambassadors.

MATERIAL MULTIVERSE

ONE WEEK CAMP • 8/4 – 8/8 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 8-10 • $450-$625

In the Material Multiverse artists can be printmakers, sculptors, painters, textile artists, bookmakers and more. They will discover new ways to express themselves using a myriad of exciting and unconventional materials, as well as traditional art materials. Artists will experiment with a wide variety of  techniques including weaving, watercolor marbling, clay modeling, metal work and more!

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TOY MAKERS

ONE WEEK CAMP • 8/4 – 8/8 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 8-10 • $450-$625

Unleash your creativity in this maker centered camp by transforming old toys into brand-new creations! Campers will design and build their own toys, from analog inventions to electronic marvels, using recycled materials, electronics, and various devices. From crafting custom cars and innovative robots to designing unique board games, this camp empowers students to imagine, invent, and bring their ideas to life.

CREATIVE CREATURES

ONE WEEK CAMP • 8/11 – 8/15 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 6-8 • $450-$625

Mythical and real, common and exotic, all are welcome at Creative Creatures Camp! Using a variety of art media including sculpture, painting, drawing and printmaking, artists will have fun exploring real and fanciful animals. They will make biological drawings, design habitats and create artwork based on real animals and fantastic creatures from their own imaginations. Afternoons will be spent bringing their drawings and paintings to life through puppets and sculptures.

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MASK MAKING

ONE WEEK CAMP • 8/11 – 8/15 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ages 9-11 • $450-$625

Campers will dive into the art of mask-making using cardboard and recycled materials as their base, layering with paper mache to create unique designs. Over the course of the week they will build, shape, prime, paint, decorate, and gloss their masterpiece masks! While waiting for the paper mache to dry, they’ll get to create a second mask using air-dry clay and pre-made forms.

Campers will have the opportunity to foster confidence and use their creativity to think outside the box, while gaining an appreciation for diverse cultures and communities. It’s a perfect opportunity to blend art, culture, and hands-on fun!