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Week of June 22nd -Fashion Fusion, Puppet Making, Mixed Media Madness and more!


  • First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley 2420 Channing Way Berkeley, CA, 94704 United States (map)

STart CAMP — offers three projects each week and is designed to engage CAMPers entering grades K-5. In this program, CAMPers rotate in small groups to each of the three multi-medium art projects every day and Body Movement & Games, all five days of the CAMP week. This is a structured environment that offers developmentally appropriate challenges and levels of materials usage for young makers and artists, and is well-suited to the creative needs of these ages. With a 1:5 staff to CAMPer ratio, your child will have plenty of support to complete projects. CAMPers will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities, including making Rainbow Loom creations, friendship bracelets, playing board games, dodgeball, banana tag, and more!

Fashion Fusion: Fabric Painting & Design Studio -Unleash your inner fashion artist and turn everyday items into extraordinary art! This class is a high-energy design studio where we focus on textile art and fabric decoration. We'll cover everything you need to know to make your creations permanent and wearable, including methods for using fabric markers, paints, and embellishments. By the end of the class, you'll walk away with a personalized t-shirt, a custom-designed tote bag, and other fabulous accessories, ready to wear your art with pride!
Teaching Artist: Melinda Gray

Puppet Making and Sonic Landscapes -In this captivating class, young artists will journey through the fascinating world of puppetry! We'll delve into the rich history of puppetry, exploring different types of puppets from around the globe, including shadow puppets from Indonesia, Bunraku puppets from Japan, and the classic sock puppet. Then, it's time to get creative! Students will learn to design and craft their own unique cast of puppet characters using a variety of materials, such as colorful socks, gloves, strings, rods, and intriguing shadows.
Teaching Artist: Dan Balles

Mixed Media Madness -Get ready for a thrilling artistic adventure! In this exciting camp, young artists will discover the magic of mixed media, where art becomes a playful pompom potion of creativity. We'll explore a dazzling array of materials, from vibrant paints and colorful papers to shimmering glitter and found objects.

$500 per week

We also offer AM (8am - 9am) and PM (3pm - 6:00pm) Extended Care for an additional fee.

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