summer sparks senior camps (ages 9 - 12)
Arts Together is thrilled to offer a series of fun and enriching summer camp programs for 9-to-12-year-olds at Exploris Middle School, only a ten-minute drive from Arts Together’s flagship building. Campers who participate in our Summer Sparks camps will be able to take advantage of Exploris Middle School’s gorgeous facilities. Families looking for special arts and educational enrichment programs for their children won't want to miss out on these exciting camps, taught by full-time teachers (many from the Wake County Public School System).
Sign up for one half day camp or do a full day with two camps! All campers should pack a snack and a reusable drink container each day. Those attending all day will have a supervised 1-hour lunch period and will need to bring their own lunch and two snacks.
If you have any further questions or would like to schedule a tour, please email our Summer Camp Director, Phillip Locke, at phillip@artstogether.org.
summer sparks senior camps (ages 9 - 12)
June 17 - August 2, 2024 (NO CAMP ON JUNE 19TH FOR JUNETEENTH HOLIDAY)
Location: Exploris Middle School
HALF DAY • 9:15 AM – 12:15 PM & 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Arrival Times: 8:45am - 9:00am for AM Camps, and 12:45pm for PM Camps.
Sign up for one half day camp or do a full day with two!
Rate: $180 per camp (Unless otherwise noted)
One Time Registration Fee: $50
FULL DAY • 9:15 AM – 4:00 PM
Arrival Time: 8:45am - 9:00am
Lunch Bunch program is included in Full Day and does not need to be selected when registering.
Rate: $360 per camp (Unless otherwise noted)
One Time Registration Fee: $50
Pay for camps in full or in monthly installments!
Scholarships available.
Note: Masks are optional for ALL Arts Together summer camps.
JUNE 17TH - JUNE 21ST, mon - fri
(No camps held on June 19th to honor the Juneteenth holiday)
AM (9:15 AM – 12:15 PM) Camp Name: Ace Your Audition (Mon - Tue, Thur - Fri)
Instructor: Annalee Nelson
In this class, campers will learn the ins and outs of the audition process! Campers will learn how to pick a strong monologue that they can bring with them to any audition. They will then be coached on how to transform into a character, overcome audition jitters, and make the text come to life in their own unique style. At the end of the week, campers will engage in a mock audition where they will simulate the audition process from start to finish.
PM (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM) Camp Name: Shimmer and Shine Jewelry Design!
Instructor: Kathryn Auman
Campers will have the opportunity to dream wonderful ideas and create enchanting jewelry. Each day we will create new and exciting jewelry for the campers to wear and enjoy.
JUNE 24TH - JUNE 28TH, mon - fri
PM (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM) Camp Name: Printmaking Patterns
Instructor: Valeria Amadei
During this fun printmaking camp, students will explore endless printing variations using different techniques, paints and tools. For instance, students will create their own custom stamps, print on a canvas tote bag, print with Legos, make fabulous designs for their favorite celebrities and much more.
JULY 8TH- JULY 12TH, mon - fri
Full Day (9:15 AM – 4:00 PM) Camp Name: Wizard World
Instructor: Karen Warr & Sarah Rainbolt
Have a mind for wizard skills? Then this way to parchment, cloaks and quill! We study myths, legends, lore and wondrous things that came before. Campers build their own wands, explore magical plants, practice potions and transform through movement. There is magic to find in the world around you, and you might just discover you’re magical too! Tuition includes a $30 material fee.
Note: This is full day camp that meets in the morning and afternoon. Students will need to bring two snacks and a lunch each day.
JULY 15TH -19TH, mon - fri
AM (9:15 AM – 12:15 PM) Camp Name: Sound Discovery Music Camp
Instructor: Ron Cornelous
Get ready for an adventure into the wild, wonderful world of music! We’ll be off to explore terrains of voice, rhythms, beats and movement as we journey into the realms of musical language. Campers will be introduced to the basics of music in an engaging, friendly and encouraging environment. No previous experience needed, just bring your natural enthusiasm as we chart a course for musical fun.
PM (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM) Camp Name: “Go With the Flow” Paint Pouring Fun
Instructor: Justin Perry
Acrylic Paint Pouring is a fluid painting technique used to create art by pouring acrylic paint onto a canvas. Many methods can be used to apply the paint to the canvas, this course will cover simple and dynamic methods for beginning to intermediate youth artists.
JULY 22ND- JULY 26TH, mon - fri
All Day (9:15 AM – 4:00 PM) Camp Name: Trashion Fashion
Instructor: Renee Boyette & Kathryn Auman
Think creatively and transform recycled materials into high-end runway fashion! Using plastic bags, bottles, corks, caps, drink pouches, fabric scraps and more, campers create garments and accessories – the possibilities are endless. Students will be able to shop for our recycled materials in our classroom store, sketch out a design and drape it onto a mannequin. We will teach campers how to hand stitch and make jewelry for accessorizing. If you have any fabric that you do not have use for, please feel free to donate it towards our Trashion Fashion camp. On Friday afternoon, we celebrate our designers at 3:15 with a runway fashion show! Please join us at 3:15PM.
Note to parents: Campers will use hot glue in this camp. We have bought “hot glue finger caps” for campers to use to help negate accidental burns. The instructors and counselors will also teach campers how to safely use a hot glue gun and will monitor campers while they use it.
Note: This is full day camp that meets in the morning and afternoon. Students will need to bring two snacks and a lunch each day.
JULY 29TH - AUGUST 2ND, mon - fri
AM (9:15 AM – 12:15 PM) Camp Name: The Art of Zen Den
Instructor: Sandy Gifford
Have fun with friends while making your very own Zen gardens complete with sand, rocks, and rakes! Learn guided imagery that takes you to the beach or the mountains. Paint a Zentangled picture and make a cool weaving to hang in your room. Create an inside-out box to put your stuff in. This camp will leave you smiling and full of calm, creative energy!
PM (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM) Camp Name: Foodie Art Fun
Instructor: Sandy Gifford
We’re back with another great menu of food inspired artworks! As “Art Chefs”, we’ll whip up some 2D and 3D creations from felt, paint, clay and so much more. We’ll play some cool games too- where it is actually ok to throw your food! Make your reservations early for the best seats!
LUNCH BUNCH (AGES 9-12)
JUN 17 – AUG 2 • 12:15 – 1:00 PM
Rate: $50 a week
Campers who want their Arts Together day to last a little longer can join us for Lunch Bunch! This is a supervised lunch break and a great way to spend more time with new friends!