Summer Arts for Grades K-8
Campers learn new techniques, collaborate with their peers, and express themselves creatively through exciting art lessons in innovative media. Camp takes place in the Art and Design West building, which provides campers with access to state-of-the-art studios, supplies and classrooms.
Weekly Themes
2-D Exploration: July 20-24, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
During our 2-D exploration week, students will explore a multitude of 2-D media. With mediums ranging from painting and drawing to photography, printmaking and more, students will work side by side with professional artists and educators to create new and exciting 2-D artwork.
3-D Exploration: July 13-17, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
During our 3-D exploration week, students will work with local ceramic artists and art educators to create pottery and multi-media sculpture. Covering a vast array of techniques, including primitive clay excavation, wheel throwing and mold making, students of all ages will discover the exciting possibilities 3-D art has to offer.
Arts and Crafts: July 6-10, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Arts and crafts week offers students the experience of working with a variety of art media including pottery, jewelry making and textiles art. Students will work with local artists and educators to create new and exciting craft projects.
Camp Fee
$160
10% discount offered when registering one student for more than one camp.
10% discount offered when registering multiple children from the same family for the same camp.
Discount Code: ART10
(discounts cannot be combined)
Contact
Leah Power
lpower@siue.edu
618-650-3183
Early Drop-Off and Late Pickup
Early drop-off and late pickup is available in Peck Hall. Early drop-off will begin at 7 a.m. and late pickup will be available until 6 p.m. Camp staff will ensure your child is brought to the camp in the morning and then back to Peck Hall in the afternoon. No snacks or beverages will be provided, so please send these items if needed for your camper. Early drop-off and late pickup is sponsored by the School of Education, Health and Human Behavior.
Cost
- Early drop-off: $55/week
- Late pickup: $55/week
- Early drop-off and late pickup: $90/week
You can choose the option that fits your needs during the camp check-out process.
