Morning Session - Kids Summer Art Camp 2024

Morning Session held Monday - Thursday , 9 am - 11:30   

(see option at checkout to add afternoon Session in addition to morning session for with a $20 savings)  

 Ages 8-15 (recommended)  You know your little artist/s so please exercise your own judgement on which session/s to attend and if they would be enthusiastic to spend each day making art.     

Description: You know the great thing about kids? They aren't afraid to let their creativity shine! In fact, they welcome the opportunity to delve into sculpting, take a crack at acrylics, and develop a keen eye for color, composition, and design all while creating beautiful pieces of art.Nurturing a child's natural artistic inclination does more than fill the front of your fridge with one-of-a-kind masterpieces. It also builds self-esteem as young ones learn to analyze and problem-solve. When kids are given the chance to try out their own ideas, and then make changes based on what they want the result to be, they develop confidence. Confidence that bleeds into their social, academic, athletic, and artistic pursuits.In this four-day camp, your budding artist will paint with acrylics, draw, sculpt, and create mixed media projects. Guided by Ashley Ellis, an educator artist.   Each camper creates a portfolio worthy of display in your own living room art show. Parents and campers alike agree that this unique program is an ideal blend of fine arts education and creative fun. Geared towards youth searching their niche in the art scene, this camp event has something for everyone, from beginner to advanced.   

What to bring: Becoming the next Leonardo DiVinci is hard work! Please help your camper stay fed and hydrated by sending along a snack, lunch if they are participating in BOTH Sessions, and water bottle. Each camper will also need a 9" x 12" sketchbook. Sketchbooks are available for purchase at checkout for $10.  Please avoid packing nuts of all kinds and in all forms to keep our campers with allergies safe. 

Need more info: Contact Ashley at infor@AshleyGordonART.com  if you have any questions.  We are happy to share information, tips, and just say Hello!  

 ***Ask about our early drop-off option for parents that need a little more time in the morning!  

EACH DAY's PLANNED  PROJECTS - (Some adjustments may happen each day, but this is the schedule weather permitting) 

Day 1: Wonders of Watercolor and Cyan

Morning Session:

Start your artistic journey by creating your very own watercolor paints! Learn the science and craft behind making basic watercolors and experiment with different types such as liquid, pan, and watercolor pencils. Use your handmade and store-bought options to produce a vibrant watercolor painting that brings your visions to life 

Afternoon Session:

Explore the magic of cyanotype on fabric, using sunlight to develop stunning blue prints. We’ll work on composition techniques using found objects and assemblage, creating pieces that tell a story.

Day 2: Printmaking and Painting Perfection

Morning Session:

Get your hands dirty with our Screen Print session on wood panels. Design, create, and transfer your artworks onto wooden canvases, combining traditional techniques with your unique style 

Afternoon Session:

Delve into the world of acrylics on stretched canvas. Learn about underpainting and its crucial role in setting the tone for vibrant, effective paintings.

Day 3: Sculpting and Molding Mastery

Morning Session:

Experience the thrill of sculpting by casting your own hand using alginate. Then, turn these molds into permanent sculptures with hydro-cal, capturing a moment of your life in art. 

Afternoon Session:

Experiment with JESIN, a new pouring medium, to create different forms by casting in molds. Discover the endless possibilities and effects you can achieve with this innovative material.

Day 4: Experimental Techniques and Media

Morning Session:

Create artistic prints with gel plates, exploring techniques from image transfers to layering paint effects on specialty paper 

Afternoon Session:

Conclude your artistic exploration with a mixed media day, combining various materials and methods to create complex, layered artworks that showcase your creative journey.

* Each Session Includes a Daily Sketch Prompt