Summer Camps

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Our Art Camps

For ages 10-12 and 13-17, we call our summer camps "Art Camps for Promising Young Artists" because we love to support the creative development of students who have a keen interest in visual arts. Whether your child is passionate about a particular medium or interested in learning all kinds of art-making methods, we will encourage their growth as a creative, young person.

What sets us apart? Our downtown shop is bright and inspiring, footsteps from the spacious North Campus lawn where we take our lunch. Our teachers are full of ideas and positivity, and they're ready to encourage students of all levels. We have access to a bounty of art supplies in the shop, and we strike a balance between having loads of fun and developing our creative thinking and art-making skills.

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General Info

For ages 10-12 and 13-17, we call our summer camps "Art Camps for Promising Young Artists" because we love to support the creative development of students who have a keen interest in visual arts. Whether your child is passionate about a particular medium or interested in learning all kinds of art-making methods, we will encourage their growth as a creative, young person.

All of our camps take place in-person, Monday through Friday, for four hours each day. We offer two camps per day: an AM session and a PM session. Full-day campers get a discount and are welcome to stay through the break.

Shop owner Kristen Ashley directs each camp with the help of the Artist Shop team. Our lessons and activities will be led by an impressive roster of local artists with various specialties.

Pricing

Half-day camps (individual AM or PM sessions) cost $300/week. That works out to $15.00/hour! Full-day camps (AM and PM sessions combined) cost $500/week. That works out to $12.50/hour!

All materials are included; there will be no additional costs.

For multi-camp registrations, we recommend you take advantage of our rewards program. You're welcome to register in multiple transactions, using the rewards points earned to redeem discounts on additional camps.

★ EARLY BIRD SALE ★ Save $50 on all camps when you register by March 31st! Discounts will appear automatically at checkout.

★ MULTI CAMP SALE ★ Save $50 on all camps when you register for two or more! Discounts will appear automatically at checkout.

Registration

To reserve your spot, add a camp to your shopping cart and check-out online. Make sure you choose the age of the student as well as AM Session, PM Session, or Full-Day camp.

Once we receive your registration payment, we will be in touch with some additional info and a waiver form for you to sign. Please reach out if you have any questions. We can't wait to see you in camp!

Schedule

Each camp is held Monday through Friday for four hours each day. We offer two camps per day: an AM and PM session. Students who register for both AM and PM in the same week will receive a discount, and they're welcome to stay through the break.

AM Camps: 8:30am - 12:30pm
PM Camps: 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Full Day Camps: 8:30am - 5:30pm

2024 Schedule:

Week 1: June 10 - 14
Week 2: June 17 - 21
Week 3: June 24 - 28
Week 4: July 8 - 12
Week 5: July 15 - 19

What to Expect

Each camp is unique, but each follows the same general structure. Every camp will feature lessons in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, calligraphy, color theory, character design, and visual storytelling.

Our students will learn from some of Athens, Georgia's finest local artists, and we'll offer a bounty of supplies for them to try (plus they're welcome to bring their own supplies if desired). The vibe will be encouraging and supportive with lots of inspirational prompts.

Throughout the week there will be free time for games and reading, and the students will work both in small groups and solo. To make sure everyone gets their Vitamin D, we'll take the class to the North Lawn of UGA for plein air sketching each chance we get.

Each week will culminate in the making of one "final piece" that will incorporate several key lessons and takeaways from the camp. If your child would like, we will proudly display their work in our online gallery.

Summer Camp FAQ

Can my student do digital art?

Yes! We welcome pretty much all visual art-making materials, tablets included. We will have teachers and staff menbers on hand who also make digital art, but your student should come to camp with knowledge of how to use their digital device and drawing program.

Do you offer camp scholarships?

Yes! If a discount will help your young person attend one of our summer camps, we invite you to reach out via hello@kaartist.com. We often have discounts and scholarships available.

Is each camp week the same?

All of our camps are similar in structure, but unique in activities. Each camp will include lessons in drawing, painting, illustration, calligraphy, printmaking, design, color theory, collage, creative journaling, and visual story-telling. However, every camp will have unique lessons and activities. Your student can sign up for multiple camps and expect to learn many new things each week!

My child is 8 or 9 but very mature; may they enroll?

We offer a "Rising Star" program for mature 9 year olds who are comfortable taking classes with students ages 10-12.

To apply for the Rising Star program, please email us at hello@kaartist.com and let us know a little more about your student, their maturity level, their experiences participating in activities with older kids, and their deep interest in visual arts. If you've already registered your student for a camp, please include your order number in your email.

What does my student need to bring?

Each student will need to bring a bottle for water and a lunch for AM camps and a snack for PM camps.

We also recommend that they bring a towel for when we sit outside, along with a hat, sunglasses, and/or sunscreen as needed.

If your student has some favorite art supplies or a tablet and stylus for digital art, they may bring those as well. But other than that, everything is included!

What is your camp cancellation / refund policy?

We understand that things happen and you may not be able to attend the camp you purchased. If your plans change, please let us know at least 14 days before your scheduled camp begins. If you let us know with at least two weeks notice, we can issue a full monetary refund to your original form of payment or switch you to another camp at no charge.

We cannot offer refunds after the 14-day-mark, but we are happy to offer make-up sessions in other camps as space allows or a classroom credit toward a class, club, or birthday party to any student who needs to miss their scheduled camp.

Regretfully, we cannot issue refunds or make-ups for no-shows. Please reach out to us prior to camp if you need to cancel or reschedule.

What sets your camps apart?

Our downtown shop is bright and inspiring, footsteps from the spacious North Campus lawn where we take our lunch. Our teachers are full of ideas and positivity, and they're ready to encourage students of all levels. We have access to a bounty of art supplies in the shop, and we strike a balance between having loads of fun and developing our creative skills.

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Contact Us

If you have any additional questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out!

You may email us at any time:
hello@kaartist.com

During our normal business hours of 12-6pm, you may also reach us by call or text:
(706) 850-1224

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