2022 Summer Camp

Art Day Camp Monday - Friday

5-10 years: Morning Session
9:00am - 12:00pm*
8-17 years: Afternoon Session
1:00pm - 4:00pm
$195.00
Day Pass Option 
$45.00
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Welcome to Art & Soul DIY Studio's Summer Art Camp! Each week revolves around a different artistic theme. Campers will discover new materials, artists & skills BUT they'll be having so much fun they won't even notice they're learning!
Your child will create at least 5 beautiful artworks each day. However, you'll have to wait to see them. On Friday, the artists finally get to present their beautiful work at their very own art exhibition! Pick up is 15 minutes early so family & friends can enjoy the art on show while enjoying some light refreshments.
Please browse the weekly themes below & get your child signed up A.S.A.P.
Camp sizes are limited, don’t delay in registering! Daily snack is included.

REGISTERING MORE THAN ONE FAMILY MEMBER?
Use the discount code SIBLING to save $25 at checkout. (First child full price)

REGISTERING MORE THAN ONE WEEKLY SESSION?
Use the discount code MULTICLASS to save $25 each additional week at checkout. (First week's session full price)

Week One: June 6th–June 10th 
​Big Colors & Bold Textures

This week, we will explore the expressive style of artists like Vincent Van Gogh. Each session is packed full of fun projects inspired by vibrant colors & thick, swirly whirly textures. Campers will be introduced to easy portrait, landscape & fun still-life techniques using puffy paint, glitter glue, palette knives & a lot more!  
Both the morning & afternoon sessions will have an opportunity to use the projector to make an amazing self portrait as good as Vincent's!

 Week Two: June 13th–June 17th
Cartooning Discovery

This week, the budding illustrators will explore a world of cartooning! They'll focus on cartooning techniques to create characters with character! This week is about much more than drawing, it's about using their imagination & bringing it to life! Campers will create Volume #1 of their very own comic book series complete with colorful new worlds & a storyline fit for Marvel... & yes there will be Manga!

Week Three: June 20th–June 24th
3-D Sculpture, Papier Mache, Clay Molds & More! 

​The camper's will love getting their hands dirty in some clay, plaster of Paris & papier mache! They will explore sculpture, mask making, & various mixed media, exposing them to new materials and ideas. They'll even learn about the artists that inspired the theme such as: Giacometti, Kapoor (the artist who did 'The Bean' in Chicago)  & of course, Picasso! You will be amazed by what they've created at the Friday exhibition... bring a box!

Week Four: June 27th–July 1st
Pop Art & Print Making

Campers will venture into the world of printmaking, graffiti & Pop Art. Did you know you could make amazing art using Jell-O, shaving cream, a potato masher? Did you know that it's really fun? Yes you can & yes it is!
They will learn: mono-printing, silk screening, ink jet transfers, spray paint stencils & more.  They will love their 15 minutes of fame! Warning: Your artist will come home with multiple prints, bring a very large bag!

Week Five: July 11th-July 15th
Nature Week!

Dreamcatchers, mobiles, wind chimes, sculptures, prints, rubbings & a longtime summer camp favorite, Gods eyes! All will all be created with the help of mother nature, found objects & upcycling.
To gather our materials, we will be visiting 'The Artist Gathering Place' in Lowell, weather permitting. This park is a short walk from the studio & there will be at least 3 coordinators to walk the children there safely. ​The children can enjoy snack time in the gazebo with their new friends. Or just lay in the grass & stare at the clouds for inspiration, making beautiful art out of thin air! Why will we be going there? Because we are artists... we need to gather & this is our place! We will provide daily snacks.

​Week Six: ​July 18th-July 22th
​Process Art: Spin, Pour & Dip

This weeks projects are gloriously messy beautiful fun! Process Art is pure expression. The end product is important but NOT as important as the process...the journey of creation. It's not all about being messy. It requires a surprising amount of restraint & understanding of the materials to make a beautiful mess.  What's pendulum painting? Dirty pour? Chain pulling? Hydro dipping? Book this session to find out! This is an amazing experience not to be missed.
Warning- Common side effects of attending Art & Soul's DIY Studio Art Camp include:
  • Becoming more patient & thoughtful.
  • Developing creative problem solving abilities.
  • Finding one's own voice.
  • Growing in self confidence.
  • Learning from mistakes instead of giving up.

The above pictures were taken during Art & Soul's 2021 Summer Camp in the previous Crown Point location.
The weekly theme concepts, processes & interactive lessons were designed & taught by Art & Soul DIY Studio owner, Krista Gray. Gray combines 30 years of fine art experience with her fun teaching style. She has a knack for coaxing even the most anxious & shy child 'out of their shell, instilling them with self belief.
This year, Krista will be collaborating with Lowell Artist, Courtney Smith. Smith, a talented artist, also possesses experience in practicing intuitive painting, meditation & yoga. Her beautiful nature & kindness is infectious!
We are excited to explore our fabulous new Lowell location & will be visiting 'The Artists Gathering Place' & the much loved selfie murals in the municipal parking lot around the corner. Both adventures are close by  & can be accessed by sidewalk. There will be 3-4 coordinators to chaperone the children safely. Weather permitting. All permission waivers available to be reviewed at sign in.