Summer Arts for Grades K-8
Summer Arts is an all-day program serving students in grades K-8. Our instructors bring exciting art lessons in innovative media to students, allowing them to learn new techniques, collaborate with their peers and express themselves creatively. During camp, students have access to SIUE's Art and Design West Building, which means they also have access to state-of-the-art studios, supplies and classrooms. Campers are placed into groups based on their grade level. Each themed week features personalized curriculum according to age level.
Classroom breakouts:
- Novice (K-1)
- Beginner (2-3)
- Intermediate (4-5)
- Advanced (6-8)
Sample schedule:
- 9 a.m.-noon: Classroom Activities
- Noon-12:30 p.m.: Lunch (in classroom)
- 12:30-1 p.m.: Recess (Outdoors in the Art and Design East courtyard, weather permitting)
- 1-3:30 p.m.: Classroom Activities
Food: There will be no opportunity to buy food, please pack a lunch. They will also need to have a snack packed to be eaten during snack time.
Students may be outside throughout the day. Please have them wear sunscreen and bring water bottles. We may get messy so have them dress appropriately.
Weekly Themes
Week 1: 2-D Exploration
June 2-6, 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.
Project Examples:
- Printmaking
- Drawing with mixed media
- Painting
Week 2: 3-D Exploration
June 9-13, 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.
Project Examples:
- Handmade pottery
- Recycled material sculptures
- Paper mache sculptures
Week 3: Arts and Crafts
June 23-27, 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.
Project Examples:
- Weaving
- Ceramics
- Tie dye
Camp Fee
$190
If you are registering more than one child or registering for more than one week of the Summer Arts Camp, please use promo code ART10 to receive 10% off your registration.
Contact
Leslie Brock
lbrock@siue.edu
Register for 2-D Exploration (Week 1)
Register for 3-D Exploration (Week 2)
Register for Arts and Crafts (Week 3)
