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Discover a world of creativity at the Kids Art Camp in Chicago, where young artists can explore painting, drawing, and sculpture, while developing their artistic skills and imagination.

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Blooming in Watercolor (Ages 9-14)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Over the course of this class, students will learn foundational watercolor techniques as well as develop essential draftsmanship skills that will enable them to translate their thoughts and observations onto paper. Various watercolor techniques such as washes, gradations, and blooming will be taught, along with more in-depth knowledge on color harmony and composition that will help students create unique and informed work.

(83) Beginner 9 - 14 years old
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$375

10 sessions

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Tell Me A Story: Mixed Media (Ages 4-5)

Evanston Art Center

Visual art is another way to tell a story. After reviewing beloved books with words and pictures, we’ll examine visual works of art to understand the story the author is trying to share. Campers will create their own narrative works of art in varying media inspired by what we learn—bringing their favorite stories to life in a new way! Afternoon campers will create ceramic sculptures that illustrate, reflect, and progress...

(83) All levels 4 - 5 years old
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Exploring Clay: Tell Me a Story! Camp (Ages 6-8)

Evanston Art Center

Visual art can be another way to tell a story. After reviewing some beloved books with words and pictures, we’ll examine visual works of art to understand the story the artist is trying to share.  We’ll create our own narrative works of art in varying media inspired by what we learn.

(83) All levels 6 - 8 years old
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Mixed Media Camp (Ages 9-14)

Evanston Art Center

Experiment with 2D and 3D media, which may include drawing, painting, assemblage, weaving, sculpture and more! Ideal for campers who are ready to get messy and to express themselves creatively, surveying different media that can be used as a creative outlet.  New projects each week; siblings or quarantine buddies are encouraged to take the camp together!  In-person camp (with reduced capacity) closely following Restore Illinois guidelines. ...

(83) All levels 9 - 14 years old
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Drawing & Painting Abstraction Camp (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Create works inspired by some the of the masters of abstract art, such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Jasper Johns, Pablo Picasso and Anslem Kiefer. Look outside the art world to develop an appreciation for abstraction in nature, experimenting with strategies to bring nature influences into your artwork.  Develop your drawing and painting skills to experiment with ways to use composition, color exploration, texture and pattern to create amazing works...

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
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$250

4 sessions

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Fashion Design Camp (Ages 12-14)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Learn the basics of fashion design and construction techniques! Campers will repurpose, create sewing patterns, explore surface design, and construct basic garments on the sewing machine. You will complete at least one look throughout the course of the week. Jazz up your existing wardrobe with embellishment creations such as ruffles, fabric florals, patch designs, and add-ons using your own fabric manipulation textures.  Top it off with...

(83) Beginner 12 - 14 years old
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$285

4 sessions

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Mixed Media Explorations (Ages 5-8)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

This course introduces an array of art mediums for young students to explore and create with. Students will receive guided instruction to create colorful projects each week, and learn different art techniques using a variety of materials. The instructor will encourage student input and weekly projects may change based on student interest and feedback.

(83) All levels 5 - 8 years old
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$285

10 sessions

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Mixed Media Camp (Ages 4-8)

Evanston Art Center

Explore a variety of artistic media, such as collage, painting, and sculpture that will inspire your imagination! Create unique works of art with different media to discover your interests and strengths, stay stimulated and engaged, and develop confidence.  New projects each week; siblings or quarantine buddies are encouraged to take the camp together!  In-person camp (with reduced capacity) closely following Restore Illinois guidelines. ...

(83) All levels 4 - 8 years old
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Highschool: Exploring Ceramics

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Explore the possibilities of working in clay using both the wheel and hand-building techniques. Wheel techniques will begin with simpler forms including a cylinder, bowl, and plate. Handbuilding will include pinch pots, slabs, and coils. The possibilities are endless! Ceramics projects will be ready for pick up approximately 2 weeks after camp. Caregivers will be contacted via email when projects are ready.

(83) All levels 14 - 18 years old
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$245

6 sessions

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A Bug's Life (Ages 4-5)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

We will be a buzz with artistic entomologists! Through art, campers will explore and create projects inspired by different insects. They will look at different types of bugs, their habitats, and their jobs within the environment to create works of art. Projects will experiment with a variety of materials for 2D and 3D art while simultaneously building new artistic skills. No real bugs will be used in this camp!

(83) All levels 4 - 5 years old
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$235

3 sessions

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Innovative Drawing (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Students of all skill levels will explore traditional and non-traditional drawing techniques and materials. This week-long camp celebrates the experience of discovery and creation of art, not the outcome. Take inspiration from nature, books, famous artists, and each camper’s imagination.

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
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$235

3 sessions

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Beginning/Intermediate Drawing & Painting Camp (9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Coordinate your hand and eye while exploring still life and portraiture. First, we’ll develop or expand on fundamental drawing skills and techniques. Understand more about line, shapes, shading, and light. Using watercolor, you will deepen your understanding about color and realistic rendering as you build a painting step-by-step. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class...

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
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$305

5 sessions

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Cool Creatures Camp: Mixed Media (Ages 5-8)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Did you know a mantis shrimp can see ultraviolet light? Or that dolphins have names? Create artwork inspired by the unique abilities of animals from all over the world. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a unique URL and meeting ID, to join the class at least 1 day before the start of the class. Review the supply...

(83) All levels 5 - 8 years old
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$305

5 sessions

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Art History Camp (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Create works of art inspired by artists and art movements as we explore art throughout history. Get to know a different art movement and medium at the beginning of each day, followed by hands-on art making to utilize visual and tactile learning to build deeper understanding of art history and the artistic process. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class You will be emailed...

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
No upcoming schedules
$305

5 sessions

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Drawing & Painting Abstraction Camp (Ages 12-14)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Create works inspired by some the of the masters of abstract art, such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Jasper Johns, and Anslem Kiefer. Look outside the art world to develop an appreciation for abstraction in nature, experimenting with strategies to bring nature influences into your artwork. Develop your drawing and painting skills to experiment with ways to use color, texture and pattern to create amazing works of art. This interactive online class is...

(83) All levels 12 - 14 years old
No upcoming schedules
$305

5 sessions

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Mixed-Media Camp: Inspired by Plants (Ages 5-8)

Evanston Art Center

Join us for a week of artmaking inspired by plants! We will explore different ways to make art about and with plants. Artists will be encouraged to survey their outdoor spaces each day after camp to gather materials for the next day. Join us online via Zoom for an interactive and creative camp experience. You’ll be emailed your Zoom link the day prior to your start date of camp. No supplies are included. Review the posted supply list to purchase...

(83) All levels 5 - 8 years old
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Acrylic Painting All Levels (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center

Take a canvas and create a still life, landscape or portrait. Using acrylic paints, students will explore color, perspective, and realistic rendering, as they build a painting step-by-step.  All skill levels are welcome. This class covers sketching, composition, brush strokes and color mixing Join us online via Zoom for an interactive and creative camp experience. You’ll be emailed your Zoom link the day prior to your start date of camp....

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
No upcoming schedules

Tell Me a Story Camp (Ages 4-5)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Visual art can be another way to tell a story. After reviewing some beloved books with words and pictures, we’ll examine visual works of art to understand the story the artist is trying to share. We’ll create our own narrative works of art in varying media inspired by what we learn.

(83) All levels 4 - 5 years old
No upcoming schedules
$125

2 sessions

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Shapes, Skyscrapers & Structures: Mixed Media (Age 5-8)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Are you an engineer? A builder? Let’s explore methods of building and construction using tactile art mediums. The sky’s the limit! This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a unique URL and meeting ID, to join the class at least 1 day before the start of the class. Review the supply list posted. Students are...

(83) All levels 5 - 8 years old
No upcoming schedules
$250

4 sessions

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Beginning/Intermediate Drawing & Painting Camp (12-14)

Evanston Art Center

Coordinate your hand and eye while exploring still life and portraiture. First, we’ll develop or expand on fundamental drawing skills and techniques. Understand more about line, shapes, shading, and light. Using watercolor, you will deepen your understanding about color and realistic rendering as you build a painting step-by-step. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class...

(83) Intermediate 12 - 14 years old
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