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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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Collage & Assemblage Discovery (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Tear, cut and paste! Inspired by modern artists Joseph Cornell and Louise Nevelson students create mixed-media collage and assembled projects with traditional and non-traditional materials such as found objects, wood scraps, wire, cardboard, glued material, construction paper, magazines, and paints. Techniques and practices will include photomontage, assemblage, text collage, and mixed-media painting. Students are encouraged to experiment with...

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

5 sessions

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3D Modeling and Printing (Ages 10-15)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

You will learn the basics of 3D modeling in the software TinkerCAD, a free access software. This class will explore the design methodology and the potential of the technique itself. Experiment on different materials and combine electronics with LED, sensors, motors... You will use the 3D printer to turn the ideas into reality, and bring home your own design works.

(83) All levels 10 - 15 years old
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$375

10 sessions

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Multimedia Jewelry (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Do you have a passion for jewelry? Discover and learn jewelry construction techniques to make your own personalized creations. Experiment with techniques such as stamping, etching, resin, and beading.

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
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$375

10 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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Kids' Camp III: Breakfast to Bedtime

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

A four-day mini camp for kids age 7 to 11, featuring hands-on cooking and lots of eating! We will focus on following recipes, working cleanly and safely in the kitchen, and exploring new foods.  Day One: Breakfast: Watermelon and Fresh Berry Fruit Salad; Breakfast Tacos with Black Beans, Tomatoes and Chihuahua Cheese; Roasted Potatoes with Chorizo; Chocolate-Banana Muffins.  Day Two: Lunch: Fresh Tomato Soup; Grilled Cheese with Smoked...

(260) All levels 7 - 11 years old
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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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Art History Camp (Ages 12-14)

Evanston Art Center

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. We will cover art from around 500 BCE to present, and include works from all over the world.  Projects include Grecian ceramic vase,...

(83) All levels 12 - 14 years old
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Games & Movement Camp: Mixed Media (Ages 4-5)

Evanston Art Center

Join us for an action-packed week of artmaking as we create artwork exploring movement and games! Campers, aged 6-8 will create kinetic sculptures, animated flip-books, and design their own board game. Our 4-5 year-old campers will create action paintings, bird sculptures, and other dynamic projects. Afternoon campers will create ceramic windchimes and make their own chess or other game pieces. Get ready to move, make, and play!...

(83) All levels 4 - 5 years old
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Colors of the Rainbow: Mixed Media (Ages 4-5)

Evanston Art Center

Let’s explore the colors of the rainbow together to make bright and brilliant works of art. Learn simple color theory, practice color-mixing with watercolors and acrylic paints, create vivid sculptures, and other projects inspired by vibrant artists such as Frida Kahlo, Henri Matisse and Mark Rothko. Afternoon clay campers will create works after colorful ceramicists and sculptors while exploring different glazes and their...

(83) All levels 4 - 5 years old
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Architecture and Design Camp (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Would you like to buy your milk while inside a milk bottle-shaped building? Learn what mimetic architecture is, looking at celebrated buildings from around the world.  Explore the field of architecture and design through fun examples and hands-on practice. Specifically, finding inspiration from everyday life; gaining critical thinking and problem-solving skills through building an architecture model. We will start with sketching and observation,...

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
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$285

5 sessions

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That's Greek to Me: Mixed Media (Ages 4-5)

Evanston Art Center

Dig into history as we create art inspired by the lives and achievements of the past with our own modern-day twists. Create Greek-inspired clay carvings, your own aboriginal dream-painting, Chinese ink drawings, Egyptian hieroglyphs, and Inca pyramid. Afternoon campers will learn about ancient pottery and ceramics while constructing their own clay artifacts.

(83) All levels 4 - 5 years old
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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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Bugs Butterflies & Beetles: Mixed Media (Ages 4-5)

Evanston Art Center

Creepy, crawly, cool! Explore the miniature world around us as we make art about our small, many-legged friends. Projects include butterfly watercolor painting, glow-in-the-dark fireflies, and a dragonfly sculpture. Afternoon campers will create an insect mobile, butterfly feeder, and a bowl with carved wing-inspired designs. *No insects will be harmed in this camp.

(83) All levels 4 - 5 years old
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Bugs Butterflies & Beetles: Exploring Clay (Ages 6-8)

Evanston Art Center

Creepy, crawly, cool! Explore the miniature world around us as we make art about our small,many-legged friends. Projects include butterfly watercolor painting, glow-in-the-dark fireflies,and a dragonfly sculpture. Afternoon campers will create an insect mobile, butterfly feeder, and a bowl with carved wing-inspired designs.  *No insects will be harmed in this camp.

(83) All levels 6 - 8 years old
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Earth Week: Mixed Media (Ages 4-5)

Evanston Art Center

Instead of an Earth Day, let’s make it an Earth Week! We’ll focus on the environment as we make works of art inspired by, and made from natural or recycled materials. Projects include assemblage sculptures from recyclable materials, leaf prints, collage, and more. Afternoon campers will help the earth by making your own earth plate, endangered animal figurine, and scrap clay sculpture. Best for campers who like to DIY, and...

(83) All levels 4 - 5 years old
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Earth Week: Exploring Clay (Ages 6-8)

Evanston Art Center

Instead of an Earth Day, let’s make it an Earth Week! We’ll focus on the environment as we make works of art inspired by, and made from natural or recycled materials. Projects include assemblage sculptures from recyclable materials, leaf prints, collage, and more.  Afternoon campers will help the earth by making your own earth plate, endangered animal figurine, and scrap clay sculpture. Best for campers who like to...

(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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Teen Cooking: Festive Holiday Baking

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Have fun in the kitchen over Thanksgiving break, and learn how to prepare seasonal and festive desserts perfect for this time of year! Young teens ages 12 to 16 will discover new recipes they'll enjoy re-creating at home for family and friends. They will build their confidence in the kitchen and learn approachable-yet-sophisticated baking and pastry techniques, how to work cleanly and stay organized in the kitchen. Menu: Apple Butter Donut...

(260) All levels 12 - 16 years old
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