We are barely seeing signs of spring, but summer is just around the corner! Plan early for summer fun for your children and teens! Registration for the 2023 AR Workshop summer art camps is now open! Our team at AR Workshop is so excited about an all-new camp series for 2023! This new lineup of projects is sure to help your kids craft an unforgettable experience this summer at a workshop location near you! With 13 new themed series, there is truly something for every ARtist, ages 6-17. All projects are designed to promote hands-on STEAM learning and creativity in a fun and social environment.
Studio Arts Series
Girls and boys ages 7-14
Everyone is an ARtist! These exciting new projects–developed in partnership with OOLY–will deliver the WOW! factor. Imagination is the only skill needed. Campers will bring home completed projects, a custom hanger to proudly display their work, and a bonus tote filled with supplies from OOLY to brush up on new skills!
80’s Week Series
Girls and boys ages 7-14
Everyone is an ARtist! These exciting new projects–developed in partnership with OOLY–will deliver the WOW! factor. Imagination is the only skill needed. Campers will bring home completed projects, a custom hanger to proudly display their work, and a bonus tote filled with supplies from OOLY to brush up on new skills!
Watercolor and Line ARt – Yarn Block Stamping with Canvas – Squeegee ARt – Wood ARt Hanger – 3D Bleeding Tissue Paper ARt
Tie Dye Series
Girls and boys ages 7-14
We’re throwing it back to the 80s with a totally tubular, new spin on our favorite childhood camp projects. Campers will create spin ARt, geometric patterns, and DIY denim using their favorite pieces from home. Crimped hair, shoulder pads, and parachute pants not required but encouraged!
Spin ARt on 12″ Lazy Susan – 3D Bleeding Tissue Paper ARt – Paint Your Own Denim – Geometric ARt Plank Sign – Squeegee ARt
Christmas in July Series
Girls and boys ages 7-14
Our grooviest week of camp includes three tie-dye projects, an all new spin ARt experience, and unlimited creativity. Campers will gain an understanding of pattern design, color theory, and working with a variety of materials. They will be dyeing to show you their completed projects.
Tie Dye Sleepover Pillow or Drawstring Bag – 12″ Round Spin ARt – Tie Dye T-Shirt – Tie Dye Wall Hanging or Canvas Pillow – Squeegee ARt
The Holiday Lovers Series
Girls and boys ages 7-14
It’s the second most-wonderful time of the year! Campers can choose from our signature Christmas designs to make on one of our popular project types. Campers will enjoy the holiday spirit this summer with cookies and Christmas music as they DIY!
Plank Sign – Embellished Pillow – Set of 6 Ornaments – Holiday Countdown Chalkboard – Santa Friends Blocks
The Room Refresh Series
Girls and boys ages 7-14
AR Workshop is the destination for all things Holi-DIY. During our new holiday theme week, campers can craft decor and gifts for their favorite times of year including Christmas, Easter, Halloween, and more!
Plank Sign – Canvas Pillow – Plank Sign – Holiday Village Houses – Holiday Countdown Chalkboard
The Textile Series
Girls and boys ages 7-14
Join us at this creative and crafty Summer ARt Camp, where registrants will make a variety of on-trend decor for their rooms including wood signs, trays, string art, wall hangings, and pillows.
Plank Sign – Mini Tray – Paint & String ARt – Canvas Wall Hanging – Pom Pillow
The Favorites Series
Girls and boys ages 7-14
Campers will design and craft handmade textiles such as string art, macrame, pillows with embellishments, and more! These projects foster creativity while building hand-eye coordination, concentration, and fine motor skills. You will not beweave what your campers come home with!
Paint & String ARt – Pom Pillow – Boho Wall Hanging – Macrame Pot Holder & Painted Pot – Yarn Block Stamping with Tote
Girls and boys ages 7-14
This week has the G.O.A.T.s of summer ARt camp activities! Campers will learn new skills, build confidence in crafting, and complete top rated summer projects such as wood signs, wall hangs, photo frames, and game boards.
Plank Sign – Boho Textile Wall Hanging – Photo Frame or Accessory Board – Canvas Pillow – Game Board
The Classics Series
Girls and boys ages 7-14
These basics are anything but boring. Select campers’ favorite designs from AR Workshops Classics Collection at registration. During camp, registrants will further customize projects with a variety of colors, non-toxic stains, and painting techniques.
Canvas Wall Hanging – Plank Sign – Canvas Pillow – Tote Bag – Photo Frame
Teen Textile Series
Girls and boys ages 13+
This teen series offers advanced projects to give ages 13+ more space to express their creativity. This week includes handmade textiles projects such as a hand-knitted blanket, macrame, wall hanging, and more! Working with textiles can help improve coordination, concentration, and problem solving skills.
Chunky Knit Blanket – Macrame Pot Holder & Painted Pot – Woven Wall Hanging – Geometric Inspired Tote with Tassel – Macrame Feathers
Little Crafters’ Series
Girls and boys ages 6-9
Designed with our youngest ARtists in mind, this week includes process-based instruction that will spark imagination, build confidence, and develop crafting skills. Campers will leave with five (or six) completed projects and a sense of accomplishment!
Apron – Plank Sign – Spin ARt – Rock Cactuses in Painted Pots – Canvas Pillow
Teen Specialty Series
Girls and boys ages 13+
The teen series offers advanced projects to give ages 13+ more space to express their creativity. This week, teens will take a break from social media and engage with ARt media such as paint, yarn, wood, and our all new scent mixology candle pouring!
Chunky Knit Blanket – Candle Pouring – Squeegee ARt – Textured ARt – Mini Tray
Teen Favorite Series
Girls and boys ages 13+
Voted most popular, these projects are favorites among our teen campers. The teen series is designed to give older campers more space to express their creativity and learn more advanced ARt skills. The variety of projects offered will keep them engaged all week long.
Plank Clock – Squeegee ARt – Swap ARt with two swappable 10×10 signs – Geometric Inspired Tote.
Summer Camp dates and information can be found on your local workshop’s calendar.