In this 5-day camp, teens ages 12 – 15 will focus on developing unique, original characters through engaging daily workshops that explore visual design, personality, and world-building. Students’ progress from initial concept brainstorming to final polished illustrations, experimenting with character traits, costumes, and storytelling in a supportive, collaborative environment. All materials provided and a mid-camp snack will be provided.

Day 1: Concept & Brainstorming – Introduction to character tropes, personality mapping, and exploring backstories.
Day 2: Anatomy & Proportions – Rough sketching, designing facial expressions, and gesture drawing for movement.
Day 3: Costume & Prop Design – Developing outfits, color palettes, and signature items that tell a story about the character’s life.
Day 4: Color & Rendering – Applying color techniques (digital or traditional) and adding shading for depth.
Day 5: Finalization – Polishing final designs and presenting work to the group.

Monday – Friday, July 20 – 24
1 – 4 pm

Instructor: Angellise Lobato
Ages: 12 – 15 | All Levels

In this 5-day camp, teens ages 12 – 15 will focus on developing unique, original characters through engaging daily workshops that explore visual design, personality, and world-building. Students’ progress from initial concept brainstorming to final polished illustrations, experimenting with character traits, costumes, and storytelling in a supportive, collaborative environment. All materials provided and a mid-camp snack will be provided.

Day 1: Concept & Brainstorming – Introduction to character tropes, personality mapping, and exploring backstories.
Day 2: Anatomy & Proportions – Rough sketching, designing facial expressions, and gesture drawing for movement.
Day 3: Costume & Prop Design – Developing outfits, color palettes, and signature items that tell a story about the character’s life.
Day 4: Color & Rendering – Applying color techniques (digital or traditional) and adding shading for depth.
Day 5: Finalization – Polishing final designs and presenting work to the group.

Monday – Friday, July 6 – 10
1 – 4 pm

Instructor: Angellise Lobato
Ages: 12 – 15 | All Levels

In this 5-day camp, teens ages 12 – 15 will focus on developing unique, original characters through engaging daily workshops that explore visual design, personality, and world-building. Students’ progress from initial concept brainstorming to final polished illustrations, experimenting with character traits, costumes, and storytelling in a supportive, collaborative environment. All materials provided and a mid-camp snack will be provided.

Day 1: Concept & Brainstorming – Introduction to character tropes, personality mapping, and exploring backstories.
Day 2: Anatomy & Proportions – Rough sketching, designing facial expressions, and gesture drawing for movement.
Day 3: Costume & Prop Design – Developing outfits, color palettes, and signature items that tell a story about the character’s life.
Day 4: Color & Rendering – Applying color techniques (digital or traditional) and adding shading for depth.
Day 5: Finalization – Polishing final designs and presenting work to the group

Monday – Friday, June 22 – 26
9 am – noon

Instructor: Angellise Lobato
Ages: 12 – 15 | All Levels

Teens ages 12–15 will spend the week learning the art of sewing in a supportive, inspiring studio environment. This 5-day camp is designed for beginners and emerging makers who want to build confidence, learn foundational sewing skills, and create wearable pieces from start to finish.

Students will be guided through essential techniques—from understanding their sewing machine to constructing garments—while working on fun, hands-on projects they can feel proud of. By the end of the week, each student will have completed shorts, a zippered pouch and a drawstring bag. Students will also have the opportunity to learn and use an embroidery and surger machines. No prior knowledge or experience needed and all supplies and a mid camp snack are provided. 

By the end of the week students will: 

• Know how to use a sewing, embroidery and surger machines
• Understand basic sewing patterns
• Construct seams, hems and basic finishes
• Cut fabric accurately and confidently 

Monday – Friday, June 29 – July 3
8:30 am – noon

Instructor: Selah Peña
Age: 12 – 15 | All Levels

Unleash your creativity in this dynamic printmaking camp designed for teens ages 12 -15! From block printing and monoprints to stenciling and screen printing, students will explore a variety of techniques to bring their designs to life. They’ll learn how to transfer their artwork onto paper, fabric, and other surfaces, creating bold and expressive prints. Whether experimenting with textures or refining intricate patterns, teens will develop new skills and confidence in their artistic voice. By the end of camp, students will take home a unique portfolio of prints. All supplies and a mid-camp snack are provided.

Monday – Friday, July 13 – 17
1 – 4 pm

Instructor: Monica Pang
Age: 12 – 15 | All Levels

Unleash your creativity in this dynamic printmaking camp designed for teens ages 12 -15! From block printing and monoprints to stenciling and screen printing, students will explore a variety of techniques to bring their designs to life. They’ll learn how to transfer their artwork onto paper, fabric, and other surfaces, creating bold and expressive prints. Whether experimenting with textures or refining intricate patterns, teens will develop new skills and confidence in their artistic voice. By the end of camp, students will take home a unique portfolio of prints. All supplies and a mid-camp snack are provided.

Monday – Friday, June 29 – July 3
9 am – noon

Instructor: Monica Pang
Age: 12 – 15 | All Levels

Teens ages 12 – 15 will have fun exploring the creative and timeless techniques of sewing, crocheting, and knitting. Over the five days, students will get to explore each craft, learn the basics, and start making their own cool, cozy creations. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and creativity! A mid-camp snack and all supplies are provided with registration. 

Monday – Friday, July 27 – 31
1 – 4 pm

Instructor: Mars Pancoast
Ages: 12 – 15 | All levels

Teens ages 12 – 15 will have fun exploring the creative and timeless techniques of sewing, crocheting, and knitting. Over the five days, students will get to explore each craft, learn the basics, and start making their own cool, cozy creations. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and creativity! A mid-camp snack and all supplies are provided with registration. 

Monday – Friday, July 6 – 10
9 am – noon

Instructor: Mars Pancoast
Ages: 12 – 15 | All levels

Teens ages 12– 15 will explore the basics of Procreate on the Museum’s iPad Pros as they work on story-boarding, character design and animation in this after school series. Students will also have an opportunity to learn drawing fundamentals and techniques that can be applied to all forms of drawing. A snack and all materials are included with registration.

Monday – Friday, June 29 – July 3
1 – 4 pm

Instructor: Mars Pancoast
Ages: 12 – 15 | All levels

Teens ages 12 – 15 will explore their creativity in this Creative Drawing Camp! This exciting and hands-on camp is designed to spark imagination while teaching the fundamentals of art. Students will explore color theory, character design, and basic art forms in a fun and supportive environment. Through guided lessons, engaging activities, and plenty of creative freedom, campers will develop their drawing skills while expressing their unique ideas. All supplies and a mid-camp snack will be provided.

Monday – Friday, July 27 – 31
1 – 4 pm

Instructor: Angellise Lobato
Ages: 12 -15 | All Levels