Summer Arts for Grades K-8
All Summer Arts Camps Are Currently At Capacity
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:
- Beginner (K-12)
- Intermediate (3-5)
- 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
Weekly Themes
2-D Exploration: June 14-18, 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: June 21-25, 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 12-16, 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
$190
Contact
Leah Power
lpower@siue.edu
618-650-3183
