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R.O.Y.G.B.I.V. Multi-Arts Camps

Watkins College of Art

Youth Programs (ages 6-11)

These weeklong, multi-arts camps for ages 6-8 and 9-11 give young artists the opportunity to explore a variety of mediums and techniques under the guidance of talented, expert educators. Devoting half the day to creating 2D- and the other half to 3D-art, campers will spend their whole week fully immersed in age-appropriate projects inspired by weekly themes. From drawing and painting to clay and sculpture, this camp creates a dynamic experience for the budding and enthusiastic artist alike. Stay up to date on announcements about summer programming by signing up for our newsletter. Registration begins January 5. 

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WEEK 1 - MYSTERIES OF SPACE

JUNE 17-21

This week-long, multi-arts camp gives young artists the opportunity to explore a variety of mediums and techniques under the guidance of talented, expert educators. Campers will spend their whole week fully immersed in age-appropriate projects inspired by the weekly theme, Mysteries of Space. Campers will work with clay, paint, plaster, recycled materials, and more to create artwork inspired by all things outer space. This camp creates a dynamic and engaging experience for budding and enthusiastic artists alike or any kid obsessed with planets, stars, spaceships or science fiction. Campers will end their week with an art show to share their work with family and friends, including a glow-in-the-dark exhibit. 

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WEEK 2 - MONSTERS & MAGIC

JUNE 24-28

This week-long, multi-arts camp gives young artists the opportunity to explore a variety of mediums and techniques under the guidance of talented, expert educators. Campers will spend their whole week fully immersed in age-appropriate projects inspired by the weekly theme, Monsters and Magic. Campers will work with clay, paint, plaster, recycled materials, and more to create artwork inspired by fairytale creatures and magical worlds. This camp creates a dynamic and engaging experience for budding and enthusiastic artists alike or any kid obsessed with dragons, mermaids, unicorns, wizards, or trolls.Campers will end their week with an art show to share their work with family and friends. 

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WEEK 3 - POP ART

MINI SESSION JULY 1-3

This multi-arts mini session gives young artists the opportunity to explore a variety of mediums and techniques under the guidance of talented, expert educators. Campers will spend three days fully immersed in age-appropriate projects inspired by the theme, POP ART! Campers will work with paint, plaster, recycled materials, and more to create artwork inspired by all things pop culture, drawing inspiration from artists like Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, and Roy Lichtenstein. This camp creates a dynamic and engaging experience for budding and enthusiastic artists alikeCampers will end their three-day session with an art show to share their work with family and friends. 

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WEEK 4 - SAFARI SURPRISE

JULY 8-12

This week-long, multi-arts camp gives young artists the opportunity to explore a variety of mediums and techniques under the guidance of talented, expert educators. Campers will spend their whole week fully immersed in age-appropriate projects inspired by the weekly theme, Safari Surprise. Campers will work with clay, paint, plaster, recycled materials, and more to create artwork inspired by creatures of all stripes. This camp creates a dynamic and engaging experience for budding and enthusiastic artists alike or any kid obsessed with animals and nature.Campers will end their week with an art show to share their work with family and friends. 

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Watkins College of Art

1900 Belmont Boulevard
Nashville, TN 37212

Phone:  (615) 460-6770

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