The mission of CCA's Summer Art Camp is for each child to have a rich variety of art experiences. Every day campers will participate in 2-4 classes (half/full day) in drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramic art and theatre. Some projects will be completed in one day while others may build through several class sessions. Campers will be amazed to see what they can create in just two weeks!
Each session will be based upon a theme. In the past we've explored art from other countries, local animals and their habitats, and flight. Each session may include a special guest or program for extra fun.
PAINTING, DRAWING AND PRINTMAKING
Campers experiment with a variety of materials while working on projects geared towards 2-D work. They learn about various painting media, drawing techniques, as well as printing processes such as embossing, stamping, monoprints and collagraphs.
CERAMICS, SCULPTURE, COLLAGE AND ASSEMBLAGE
Campers use found objects, traditional art materials, paper maché and paint to create 3-D pieces. Campers explore clay through pinch, coil and slab building to make anything from functional pottery to hand-built sculpture.
THEATER
This aspect of the program is designed to get kids on their feet exploring acting techniques through games, improvisation and storytelling. They will have a chance to perform in our theatre on the final day of each session!
SWIM TRIPS TO CONKLIN POOL - TBD, pending township update
Pool trips Wednesday afternoons during Sessions 1-4, no trip 7/3. Conklin Pool is a five-minute bus ride away, and provides supervised free swim for our summer campers. Each child is given a swim test to determine their ability level. The pool is life guarded and counselors are in each part of the pool to supervise. Please note that Conklin Pool does not allow floatation devices.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS - TBD
Special programs such as guest musicians, storytellers or theater performances may take place on the first Friday of a session. An additional special activity is planned for any Wednesdays that we don't go to the pool.