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Saturday June 11

10:00 am

Metal Works

Saturday, June 11 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Summer Camp Ages: 13 – 18 Teens cut, saw, solder, and form sheet metal into fabulous creations as they learn the basics of metalsmithing. A must for anyone with an interest in jewelry making or sculpture. Instructor: Dana Witkoski
Monday June 20-24

Picture It

Monday – Friday, June 20 – 24 | 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

SOLD OUT Summer Camp Ages: 13 – 18 Teens learn to improve their photography skills no matter the kind of camera. Students explore composition in the exhibition and collection galleries and by shooting images in and around the museum, then learn how to mat finished pieces. Participants must provide their own cameras. Instructor: Sara McGregor.
Saturday July 16

10:00 am

Pyrography

Saturday, July 16 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

SOLD OUT Ages: 13 – 18 Spark your teen’s creativity with the chance to draw with fire! Pyrography — aka wood burning — is an extremely satisfying way to create something to hold onto for years to come. Students are provided with wood surfaces, tools, and direct instruction about the history and techniques of this amazing medium. Instructor: Jaime Chason
Saturday July 23

10:00 am

Introduction to Character Design

Summer Camp Ages 13 – 18 Teens learn the basics of character design in this one-day workshop. Inspiration comes from sketching inside and outside the museum as they learn time-tested techniques to make their drawings come to life.
Monday July 25-29

Penciled Perspectives

Monday – Friday, July 25 – 29 | 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Summer Camp Ages 13 – 18 Campers learn how to create a sense of depth in drawing and how to create the illusion of space on a 2D plane while gathering inspiration from around the museum.
Saturday July 30

10:00 am

Clay Concentrations

Summer Camp Ages 13 – 18 Teens create a variety of functional ceramics using slab construction methods and embellish their surfaces with texture and glaze, all while taking inspiration from the CMA Collection.
Monday August 01-05

Canvas Concentrations

Monday – Friday, August 1 – 5 | 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Summer Camp Ages: 13 – 18 Teens build painting technique using acrylic, oil, watercolor, and more and learn about different styles of painting seen in the CMA Collection and the exhibition In the Shadow of Monet: Giverny and American Impressionism.
Saturday August 06

10:00 am

Portfolio Process

Saturday, August 6 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Summer Camp Ages 13 – 18 In this one-day workshop, teens learn how to compile, organize, and prepare a portfolio for arts and college admissions. Perfect for any student prepping for college or art school applications.