{"id":8755,"date":"2026-06-22T17:31:49","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T00:31:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/juniorcenter.org\/staging-juniorce\/?page_id=8755"},"modified":"2026-06-23T12:54:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T19:54:38","slug":"summer-camp-bulletin-1","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/juniorcenter.org\/staging-juniorce\/?page_id=8755","title":{"rendered":"Summer Camp Bulletin #1"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

CAMP JCAS 2026<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Making, Building, and Exploring: Summer Camp Bulletin #1<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our first weeks of Camp JCAS have been an absolute blast, filled with high-energy creating and discovery along the shores of Lake Merritt. Our younger makers have been diving deep into imaginative storytelling by crafting intricate, hand-made dioramas, while our older tech-creatives are exploring new dimensions in virtual world-building. Down in the woodshop, the tools are humming as our carpentry class gets fully going, giving kids hands-on experience building their own functional wood projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But don\u2019t take our word for it\u2014we\u2019ve been chatting with our community, and you can check out several videos across our social media featuring some of our campers talking about exactly what they love most about JCAS summer camp!The Junior Center of Art and Science Summer Camp offers full day, arts-integrated engagements for young artists, makers and thinkers. Our projects are led by professional artists and educators who inspire a safe, open, and creative environment where campers feel encouraged to take risks, explore, and try their hand at a wide variety of arts and science activities including carpentry, game design, comics and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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TOY MAKERS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ONE WEEK CAMP \u2022 July 6-10<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> \u2022 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Ages 8-10 \u2022 $450-$625<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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FASHION LAB: DESIGN YOUR AESTHETIC<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ONE WEEK CAMP \u2022 July 20-24<\/strong><\/strong> \u2022 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Ages 12-17 \u2022 $450-$625<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Fashion Lab is where your vision moves from the sketchbook to reality. We are diving deep into the world of custom creation, starting with sketching and mood boards. You\u2019ll begin by mapping out your aesthetic, choosing colors, textures, and patterns that define your personal style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once your vision is set, the real hands-on work begins in the textile studio. You\u2019ll learn to treat fabric like a canvas, using block printing and fabric painting to design your own custom textiles. You\u2019re encouraged to bring favorite pieces from home to upcycle, leveling them up with professional embroidery, beadwork, custom patches, and intricate stitching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the week unfolds, you\u2019ll experiment with scale and form, choosing from a curated selection of patterns to transform fabrics into wearable pieces. By the time you wrap your session, you won\u2019t just leave with a mini-collection of original creations; you\u2019ll walk away with the technical skills and the creative confidence to keep designing your own future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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STUDIO ART<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ONE WEEK CAMP \u2022 July 27-31<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> \u2022 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Ages 13-17 \u2022 $450-$625<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

This studio art camp is designed for young artists who want to dive deep into the creative process and offers a professional studio environment to explore new mediums and elevate your skills. Each day introduces new techniques and challenges, balancing guided instruction with open studio time for independent exploration. Campers will experiment with a variety of materials, including charcoal, acrylics, watercolors, ink, and mixed media. Artists will be encouraged to develop original concepts and personal style, while honing in on concepts in composition, color theory, perspective, and observational drawing. Participants will learn how to analyze art and give\/receive professional feedback through supportive group critiques and a culminating showcase.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ask a Camper<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Curious what real JCAS campers love about our classes? Check out these videos to get the real word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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