Hill Center - Studio A (Ages 5-7)

921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE

July 1-August 2, 2013

Week 1: July 1-5 (no class July 4)

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Eco Art

Discover the surprising artistic materials that the natural world can offer when you take the time to explore its possibilities. Experiment with natural paints and dyes, fabrics, handmade papermaking, and much more.

Morning session (9 a.m.-12 p.m.): $250

Lost and Found

Found objects can open your eyes to new artistic potential for reinvention. Look around your world for untapped inspiration from nature, forgotten items, recycled materials, and even your discarded stuff to create fabulous sculptures.

Afternoon session: (1-3 p.m.): $170

Full-Day Session (9 a.m-3 p.m.): $390

Pre-camp activity (8 to 9 a.m.):  $25

Post-camp activity (3 to 5:30 p.m.): $60

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Week 2: July 8-12

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Piece by Piece

Combine different colors and shapes into surprising designs and patterns. Using paper, beads, pebbles, and tiles, create beautiful mosaics for the wall, ground, and more.

Morning session (9 a.m.-12 p.m.): $310

Secret Forest

Discover the rainforest and the many treasures living beneath its canopy. Bring the wilderness indoors as you create murals and sculptures inspired by boas, beetles, monkeys, and more.

Afternoon session: (1-3 p.m.): $210

Full-Day Session (9 a.m-3 p.m.): $490

Pre-camp activity (8 to 9 a.m.):  $30

Post-camp activity (3 to 5:30 p.m.): $75

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Week 3: July 15-19

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Ocean Giants

Look who's microscopic now! Learn about colossal creatures found in the ocean and create paintings and collages of blue whales, whale sharks, giant squids, and other mysteries from the great abyss.

Morning session (9 a.m.-12 p.m.): $310

Aquatic Art

Study wonderful organic forms from the ocean such as fish, coral, and seashells. Using colored pencil and watercolor, make drawings and paintings that are perfect for summer!

Afternoon session: (1-3 p.m.): $210

Full-Day Session (9 a.m-3 p.m.): $490

Pre-camp activity (8 to 9 a.m.):  $30

Post-camp activity (3 to 5:30 p.m.): $75

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Week 4: July 22-26

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Crown Jewels

Design your own royal castle and decide if it includes a dungeon for your enemies or towers with fair maidens. You will also create your crown and scepter with shiny metals and glittering jewels fit for a queen or king.

Morning session (9 a.m.-12 p.m.): $310

Mermaids and Monsters

Explore medieval storytelling traditions, including mermaids, monsters, and other creatures. Illustrate stories and create your own magical beasts through painting, drawing, and mixed-media creations!

Afternoon session: (1-3 p.m.): $210

Full-Day Session (9 a.m-3 p.m.): $490

Pre-camp activity (8 to 9 a.m.):  $30

Post-camp activity (3 to 5:30 p.m.): $75

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Week 5: July span29-August 2

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Color Your World

Learn how color has been used as a means of expression for centuries. Then create your own colorful 2D and 3D works of art using a variety of materials.

Morning session (9 a.m.-12 p.m.): $310

Collage Creations

Discover the many materials and methods for creating dynamic mixed-media collages. Experiment with photographs, text, handmade paper, paint, and more.

Afternoon session: (1-3 p.m.): $210

Full-Day Session (9 a.m-3 p.m.): $490

Pre-camp activity (8 to 9 a.m.):  $30

Post-camp activity (3 to 5:30 p.m.): $75

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