REGISTRATION is OPEN Morning SESSIONS (M): 9:00 am - 12:30 pm - $250/SESSION (3.5 hours daily) Afternoon SESSIONS (A): 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm (on some weeks) - $250 (3.5 hours daily)
Second session is $10 off! Drop off/pick up time: 15 min before or after the time of the camp (ex. 8:45- 12:45 pm) If you can't commit to the entire session, you can split it into two weeks (for example 3/2 days). Ragister and pay before May 1st, and save $10/session. The initial Summer camp deposit of $75 dollars is non-refundable fee, but may be transferred to another session or classes. All deposits will be credited toward the balance of the fees due. Parents will be charged a late fee if they don't come on time. Bring a snack and a bottle of water! Art supplies are provided! Teens are welcome! They can pick their own art projects to work on!
Address: 736A Shades Mountain Plaza, Hoover, AL 205 862-2789
You can PAY using one of the following options: VENMO: @art-zone-us CashApp: $artzone PayPal:[email protected] ZELLE: 205 862-2789 Check, Credit Cardand Cash payments are available NOTE: Credit card payments require a 3.5% transaction fee. _______________________________________________________________________ JUNE SESSION I (Morning) - JUNE 2 – JUNE 6, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Aloha, Summer ages 6 and up It is an art camp where children create summer-themed masterpieces, including paintings of summer activities, blooming flowers, serene beach scenes, and crafts. Let's dive into the world of summer fun and creative expression together!
SESSION I (Afternoon) - JUNE 2 – JUNE 6, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Animal Planet ages 6 and up Dive into an art camp where young artists will unleash their imagination by drawing, painting, and sculpting their favorite animals, reptiles, birds, and sea creatures! Campers will learn new artistic techniques through various engaging projects while exploring the fascinating world of wildlife.
SESSION II (Morning) - JUNE 9 – JUNE 13, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Drawing Academy ages 8 and up An exciting art camp designed for young artists eager to explore the world of sketching! In this hands-on program, children will dive into various drawing techniques using diverse materials to capture the beauty of their surroundings, animals, portraits, and plants. Campers will enhance their observational skills and gain confidence in their artistic abilities.
SESSION II (Afternoon) - JUNE 9 – JUNE 13, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm The World of Painting ages 8 and up At this art camp, young artists will embark on a creative journey, exploring the diverse techniques of famous artists and bringing their masterpieces to life. Campers will discover the calming art of "happy little trees" with Bob Ross, the dreamy landscapes of Thomas Kinkade, the delicate water lilies of Claude Monet, and the surreal visions of Salvador Dalí, among others. They will create unique paintings while experimenting with various styles and mediums.
SESSION III (Morning) - JUNE 17 – JUNE 20, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Tropical Adventures ages 6 and up Join us for an exciting camping experience where you can immerse yourself in the enchanting tropical world. Discover the magic of the rainforest and its incredible creatures, from colorful parrots to majestic waterfalls, and from swinging monkeys to towering trees. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure that brings the wonders of the tropics to life through art and craft projects!
SESSION III (Afternoon) - JUNE 17 – JUNE 20, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Anime Camp ages 9 and up Welcome to Anime Camp, one of our most beloved and popular programs! Join us for an immersive experience where aspiring artists can learn the intricacies of anime drawing. Our sessions cover features, facial expressions, proportions, and various styles. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced artist, we tailor our sessions to help you develop your skills as you draw your favorite characters and unleash your creativity to create your unique designs.
SESSION IV (Morning) - JUNE 24 – JUNE 27, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm All My Favorites ages 6 and up Welcome to "All My Favorites" Art Camp, where creativity meets personal expression! This dynamic camp is designed to cater to individual interests and preferences, allowing campers to draw, paint, and sculpt their favorite subjects—such as beloved pets, delicious foods, beautiful plants, stunning landscapes, exciting cars, or captivating moments from their day. Each session will inspire young artists to unleash their imaginations, explore various techniques, and create unique works of art. p SESSION IV (Afternoon) - JUNE 24 – JUNE 27, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Magical and Whimsical Camp ages 8 and up Welcome to our Magical and Whimsical Art Camp, where imagination knows no bounds! Immerse yourself in a world of enchantment as we explore fantastical themes through painting, sculpture, and mixed media. Each day is filled with creative adventures, including sketching dragons, magicians, unicorns, mermaids, and other magical creatures, as well as crafting fairy houses and much more. Campers will unleash their creativity, discover the magic in art, and build lasting friendships!
SESSION V (Morning) - JUNE 30 – JULY 4, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Designer Camp ages 6 and up Designer Camp is an inspiring program that encourages kids to unleash their creativity as they become designers! Through hands-on projects, participants will discover the design process while crafting amazing creations such as tree houses, furniture, fairy houses, space stations, purses, dresses, cars, rockets, and more. Campers will explore a variety of materials and techniques, bringing their imaginative ideas to life.
SESSION V (Afternoon) - JUNE 30 – JULY 4, 27, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Time Portal ages 8 and up At the "Time Portal" art camp, you will embark on a journey through time and space to uncover sources of creativity. Which era and location will you choose to visit? Would you prefer Ancient Egypt, where pyramids reach into the desert sky and hieroglyphics whisper secrets? Or perhaps Mars, where robots and humans coexist amid neon lights and towering skyscrapers? Maybe you'd like to explore a medieval European village, where knights in armor battle dragons and majestic castles rise from the mist. The possibilities are endless, and inspiration is waiting for you.
SESSION VI (Morning) - JULY 7 – JULY 11, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Imaginarium ages 8 and up This camp seems to be a perfect platform for kids to unleash their creativity and imagination, while developing essential skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and self-expression. By allowing them to design and create their own characters, creatures, and worlds, kids will have the freedom to think outside the box and bring their wildest ideas to life. Who knows, maybe one of these campers will come up with the next big innovation or game-changer!
SESSION VI (Afternoon) - JULY 7 – JULY 11, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Anime, Comics and Cartoons ages 9 and up Join us for the "Anime, Comics, and Cartoons Art Camp," where campers will immerse themselves in the world of storytelling through art. Participants will explore various artistic styles and techniques inspired by their favorite animated series and graphic novels. They'll learn how to draw beloved characters, create their own unique designs, develop engaging narratives, and discuss their favorite anime and comic book figures. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist in the world of anime and comics, this camp promises to be a fun and creative journey!
SESSION VII (Morning) - JULY 14 – JULY 18, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Artsy-Craftsy ages 6 and up "Artsy Craftsy" Art Camp is the perfect place for craft enthusiasts, featuring a variety of creative projects that use diverse materials such as recycled items, yarn, fabric, natural materials, hot glue guns, air-dry clay, and more. Participants can explore their artistic skills through hands-on activities that promote creativity and resourcefulness. s. SESSION VII (Afternoon) - JULY 14 – JULY 18, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Exploration Camp ages 8 and up The "Exploration Camp" art camp provides campers with a hands-on opportunity to explore a variety of art materials and techniques. Participants will embark on a creative journey, experimenting with mediums such as charcoal, pastels, watercolors, acrylics, mixed media, collages, gel plates, and printmaking. For preteens and teens, more advanced options like oil painting will also be available.
SESSION VIII (Morning) - JULY 21 – JULY 25, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm All My Favorites II ages 6 and up Welcome to "All My Favorites" art camp, where creativity meets personal expression! This dynamic camp is designed to cater to individual interests and preferences, allowing campers to draw, paint, and sculpt their favorite subjects—beloved pets, delicious foods, beautiful plants, stunning landscapes, exciting cars, or captivating moments in the day. Each session will inspire young artists to unleash their imaginations, explore various techniques, and create unique works of art. r SESSION VIII (Afternoon) - JULY 21 – JULY 25, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Draw like the Old Masters ages 9 and up "Draw like the Old Masters" art camp offers an immersive classical fine art experience where campers will learn drawing techniques inspired by masters like Leonardo and Michelangelo. Through a variety of projects, participants will master traditional media, including graphite and charcoal. The camp will emphasize drawing from life, using precise construction techniques, understanding proportions, and employing light and shadow to create three-dimensional effects.
SESSION IX (Morning) - JULY 28 – AUGUST 1, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm The Mysterious Island ages 6 and up The "Mysterious Island" art camp invites campers to embark on a creative adventure inspired by the mysteries of an uncharted land. Through engaging projects, participants will explore various artistic techniques while incorporating elements of storytelling and imagination. Each day will reveal new themes and challenges. Art and craft projects are included.
SESSION IX (Afternoon) - JULY 28 – AUGUST 1, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Experimental camp ages 8 and up Artists often use a variety of materials and techniques to achieve different looks in their work. If you are open-minded and enjoy experimenting, join us at Experimental Art Camp! During this week, we will explore, experiment, and play with various art styles and materials. Have you ever tried painting with coffee or staining paper with tea? Have you experimented with using your fingers, sticks, feathers, or cotton swabs instead of traditional brushes? Now is your chance! Let’s also learn how some artists push creative boundaries in their work and broaden our artistic horizons together!
Wildlife (NEW) Ages 6 and up 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
The wildlife art camp is an excellent opportunity to indulge in drawing, painting, and crafting projects related to various types of animals and plants in the wilderness. You can choose to depict any creature, from birds, reptiles, and fish to mammals, that you find fascinating. If you have a favorite animal, this camp is perfect for giving it your artistic touch!
____________________________________ SESSION II (Morning) - JUNE 10 – JUNE 14 Magical Forest (NEW) Ages 6 and up 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Have you ever wondered what you can see and who you can meet in a magical forest? In a magical forest, you can find various mesmerizing things such as trees, mushrooms, frogs, fairy houses, and hidden forest creatures. These creatures could be anything from dryads that live in trees to dwarves, elves, fairies, gnomes, goblins, giants, trolls, unicorns, and more. The possibilities are endless! Imagine a world full of enchantment, surprises, and wonder, and let us create it together. Art and craft projects are included.
SESSION II (Afternoon) - JUNE 10 – JUNE 14 Drawing Bootcamp (NEW) Ages 9 and up 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Join us for an intensive and rigorous drawing session where you can progress your drawing abilities. In this session, you will learn key concepts in a condensed time frame, which will help enhance your observation, composition, and proportion skills. We will be using 2D and 3D sources to learn sketching techniques and adding shading to create depth illusions. The focus of this session will be on drawing materials and tools. Take advantage of this opportunity to improve your drawing skills!
____________________________________ SESSION III (Morning) - JUNE 17 – JUNE 21 All My Favorites Ages 6 and up 9:00 am -12:30 pm
This popular session from last year returns due to high demand. Each day will feature a different theme focused solely on your favorite things Drawing, painting, mixed media techniques, and crafts will be included. Art supplies are provided. Participants can bring images of their favorite things or use the provided images.
Day 1 - My favorite food! (Ice cream, cupcakes, donuts, hamburgers, etc.) Day 2 - My favorite pet! (Dog, cat, parrot, lizard, fish, etc.) Day 3 - My favorite movie, cartoon, or computer game character! Day 4 - My favorite place! (Beach, mountains, home-sweet home, Disney World, etc.) Day 5 - My favorite season of the year! (or weather).
SESSION III (Afternoon) - JUNE 17 – JUNE 21 Exploring Cartoons and Comics (NEW) Ages 8 and up 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Are you fond of sketching your favorite characters or creating comics and stories? If so, let's delve into cartoons and comics together! We can make engaging art projects based on your preferred characters or even develop your own. You can sketch anything from Mickey Mouse to Star Wars characters, and we can even combine them into one story. If you're an anime enthusiast, we can include that too! Our focus won't only be on the characters themselves but also on exploring narrative storytelling through visual art. ____________________________________
SESSION IV (Morning) - JUNE 24 – JUNE 28 Paint Like Famous Artists Ages 6 and up 9:00 am -12:30 pm
This was one of the most popular sessions last year, where children created fantastic art inspired by famous artists' paintings. If you're interested in painting and want to learn how to paint like famous artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Van Gogh, Monet, Matisse, Picasso, and O'Keeffe, this session is perfect for you. During this week, campers will learn about different art styles and the artists who created them, from realism to abstract art. This session will enhance participants' understanding of art and enable them to take home pieces they can be proud of.
SESSION IV (Afternoon) - JUNE 24 – JUNE 28 Artsy-Craftsy week Ages 6 and up 1:00 am - 4:30 pm
Do you enjoy experimenting with different materials to create unique art and craft projects? If yes, this week's camp is perfect for you! Our campers will use found objects, hot glue guns, yarn, felt, natural materials, resin, paper mache, plaster, air-dry clay, and more to create their masterpieces. This is an excellent opportunity to unleash your creativity, learn new skills, and have fun! ____________________________________
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SESSION V (Morning) - JULY 8 – JULY 12 Upside Down (NEW) Ages 6 and up 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
When you think of things that are upside down, what comes to mind? Can you name some animals that can be found in that position? Bats and sloths are two examples! But did you know that the upside-down jellyfish feeds by resting on its back? Have you ever hung upside down yourself? It can be a lot of fun! Can you imagine what a house or a tree would look like upside down? And what if an artist inverted the colors and painted a green sky and blue grass? Or what if you try painting/drawing an entire painting upside down? Let's brainstorm together and develop some more exciting ideas for our art!
SESSION V (Afternoon) - JULY 8 – JULY 12 Anime Madness Week Ages 8 and up 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Anime Session is back! It has been popular for many years! This week's theme is anime characters! Campers will begin by using references to study the fundamental proportions of the face and body. They will then create anime-style renditions of themselves and their peers. Finally, campers will work on designing their characters, outfits, and environments. ____________________________________
SESSION VI (Morning) - JULY 15 – JULY 19 Sail the Sea Ages 6 and up 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Come and join our art camp to explore the magic of the sea! Picture yourself sailing on the ocean, admiring beautiful skies, ships, sails, islands, birds, and various sea creatures. At our camp, we will delve into the underwater world and let our imagination run wild. The ocean is both enchanting and daunting. Beneath the surface, you'll find marine life teeming with vibrant colors and fascinating creatures. From adorable dolphins and fish to daunting giants like squids and goblin sharks, the ocean holds a plethora of surprises. Can you spot a mermaid or a sea monster? The deep sea is full of mystery, and during our camp, we'll be using various art techniques to create sea-themed artworks.
SESSION VI (Afternoon) - JULY 15 – JULY 19 All About Drawing Ages 9 and up 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
This drawing workshop is designed for students who want to improve their drawing skills. We will focus on various drawing materials and techniques. We will explore composition, proportions, values, shading techniques, etc. We will work on honing your artistic skills while working from observation of still lives and using many references. In this drawing workshop, we will work with various media, including graphite, charcoal, ink, Conte, and more. Art Supplies are provided. ____________________________________
SESSION VII (Morning) - JULY 22 – JULY 26 Around the World Ages 6 and up 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Do you like to travel and explore different countries? This week, we will travel worldwide, learning about other countries and cultures. Campers will produce masterpieces related to particular parts of the world, their architectural structures, famous landmarks, plants, and animals that inhabit that place, and more.Do you have any favorite tourist destinations and attractions you want to learn about? Drawing, painting, mixed media, and crafting are included.
SESSION VII (Afternoon) - JULY 22 – JULY 26 I Can Fly (NEW) Ages 6 and up 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
What is the session about? Can you tell me about beings or objects that can fly? From adorable fuzzy bumblebees, bats, and birds to hot air balloons, helicopters, spaceships, and UFOs. Do you know of anyone or anything else that can fly? Perhaps Pixy fairies, unicorns, or dragons? We can draw, paint, and create any of them. It will be a lot of fun to explore and discuss ideas together. Art and Craft projects are included! ____________________________________
SESSION VIII (Morning) - JULY 29 – AUGUST 2 Experimental Camp Ages 6 and up 9:00 am - 12:30 pm ages 6 and up
If you are open-minded and like to experiment, come to this session. This week, we will explore, experiment, and play with various art styles and materials. Have you ever tried to paint using coffee or stain your paper with tea, plants, or vegetables? Have you ever used your fingers, sticks, feathers, or cotton swabs instead of a brush to create an artwork? You can try it! In addition, make paper from recycled paper and build an art piece using wallpaper, cardboard, bark, wood, sand, rocks, leaves, and more. Create 2D and 3D artworks, collages, prints, paper mache, splatter art, paint on fabric, etc. ____________________________________
SESSION VIII (Afternoon) - JULY 29 – AUGUST 2 All about Art Ages 9 and up 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm This drawing and painting session is designed for students who want to improve their drawing and painting skills. We will focus on various drawing and painting materials and techniques. This drawing and painting session is designed for students who want to improve their drawing and painting skills. We will focus on various drawing and painting materials and techniques. You can pick any theme. ____________________________________