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Join a camp for kids in Chicago and let your little ones learn and have fun with a variety of classes, from arts and crafts to sports, cooking, and science experiments!

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Laser Engraving & Design Camp (Ages 12-14)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Combine art and technology to create uniquely designed projects on our laser engraver. Laser engraving takes advantage of a high-power laser to etch the surface and cut through a variety of materials. Learn how to use the laser engraver, design and prepare files for print, and have the opportunity to cut, etch and engrave your designs onto wood and cardboard. We’ll cover a variety of 2D and 3D software that will let the students create a variety...

(83) All levels 12 - 14 years old
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$325

5 sessions

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Laser Engraving & Design Camp (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Combine art and technology to create uniquely designed projects on our laser engraver. Laser engraving takes advantage of a high-power laser to etch the surface and cut through a variety of materials.  Learn how to use the laser engraver, design and prepare files for print, and have the opportunity to cut, etch and engrave your designs onto wood and cardboard. We’ll cover a variety of 2D and 3D software that will let the students create...

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
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$325

5 sessions

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2D Expressions (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Explore both traditional and non-traditional ways of 2D art-making. Students will practice drawing, painting, printmaking, and collage techniques while learning new ways to work with a variety of mediums.

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
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$370

5 sessions

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Animal Illustrations (Ages 12-14)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Learn fundamental drawing techniques and skills, with a special focus on animals! This camp will discuss and study different illustrative styles using materials like watercolors, markers, colored pencils, and more! Students will learn about form, value, color, and texture while creating realistic animal drawings.

(83) All levels 12 - 14 years old
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$370

5 sessions

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Fiber Arts Studio (Ages 12-14)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Expand artistic practices with fiber arts! This camp will look at contemporary artists who are incorporating fiber arts-- often in combination with other media like painting and drawing. Students will be introduced to a number of fiber art techniques, such as embroidery, fabric piecing, felting, and more, in order to create dynamic mixed media artwork and open up new directions and ideas. No experience necessary!

(83) All levels 12 - 14 years old
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$370

5 sessions

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Tropical Explorations (Ages 6-8)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

From the tree canopy to the forest floor, campers will explore the wonders of the tropical biome through art! With thousands of plant and animal species as inspiration, projects will build on foundational art skills through an exploration of materials and color. In this mixed media camp, campers will create brightly colored paintings and 3D forms from this tropical exploration!

(83) All levels 6 - 8 years old
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$370

5 sessions

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Tropical Explorations (Ages 4-5)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

From the tree canopy to the forest floor, campers will explore the wonders of the tropical biome through art! With thousands of plant and animal species as inspiration, projects will build on foundational art skills through an exploration of materials and color. In this mixed media camp, campers will create brightly colored paintings and 3D forms from this tropical exploration!

(83) All levels 4 - 5 years old
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$370

5 sessions

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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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Teens 3-Day Mini Camp

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

Have fun in the kitchen over winter break! Young teens ages 12 to 16 will experiment with approachable-yet-sophisticated menus that they'll enjoy re-creating at home for family and friends. Your teen will learn the basics of knife skills, cooking and baking techniques, and organizing prep work. Day One: Italian Holiday Chicken Saltimbocca (Sautéed Chicken with Prosciutto, Provolone and Sage) with Lemon-Caper Sauce Risotto...

(260) All levels 12 - 16 years old
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$150

3 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
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$250

4 sessions

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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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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
No upcoming schedules
$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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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
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$125

2 sessions

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Spring Break Fun Camp

The Paintbrush @ 2646 N Halsted, Chicago, IL

We have a week of of fun planned to keep your kids happy and busy during Spring Break. Your kids will spend the day creating art, enjoying unstructured art and games time, relaxing lunchtime with a movie and more. Some days include Paint&Play, some include participating in classes. A little bit different every day and all FUN! Notes Please look for Registration Forms/Confirmation Email with documents that must be signed and BROUGHT to camp. ...

(4) All levels 4 - 11 years old
No upcoming schedules
$399

7 sessions

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Summer Art Camp

The Paintbrush @ 2446 N Clark St, Chicago, IL

For ART-loving kids ages 4-10. Explore ART through a variety of approaches including drawing, painting, ARTist inspired projects, weekly tie-dye and slime days, games and more! Lunch break and some ART play time may take place outdoors on our brick terrace (weather permitting). Notes: We regret that there are no daily drop-ins allotted for this camp. We apologize that there are no make-ups or refunds for this camp. Please look for Confirmation...

(4) Intermediate 4 - 10 years old
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$454

5 sessions

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Summer Art Explorers Camp - Online

Seventh Green Circle @ 244 W Willow St, Chicago, IL

This Art Camp gives children a wonderful introduction to several forms of visual art. Each day brings a new project that may include drawing, painting, printmaking, or sculpture. This online visual arts and design program is a great opportunity for young artists to develop creativity and fundamental skills. Art camps run from Monday to Friday and have a varied curriculum from week to week.

All levels 7 - 12 years old
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$470

5 sessions

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