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Aiken Center for the Arts Summer Art Studio (Ages 11-14)

Students will discover art through exploration of their favorite art mediums in a studio setting. Taught by artists working in their area of expertise, full or half-day programs allow participants to try different mediums in the mornings and afternoons.

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Week Theme: Textiles and Painting

Textiles: Learn to use a loom to weave functional and decorative art. Work together on a large installation in the main gallery. Explore dying fabrics with natural resources.

Painting: Create colorful paintings of real objects using acrylic paint. Topics include color mixing, color theory, and mark making techniques.

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Dates:
July 22nd – July 26th

Times:
Morning/AM Textiles: 9 AM – 12 PM
Afternoon/PM Painting: 1 PM – 4 PM
FULL DAY Textiles/Painting: 9 AM – 4 PM

COST:
Morning/AM Textiles: $175 (per week)
Afternoon/PM Painting: $175 (per week)
FULL DAY Textiles/Painting: $300 (per week)

LOCATION:
Aiken Center for The Arts, 122 Laurens St SW, Aiken, South Carolina

Register online at aikencenterforthearts.org/summercamp/

Canvas & Cupcake: Bubbles (Ages 5 -8)

Saturday, July 20th, 2019 | 10 AM – 12 PM | Art Nook School & Studio

Adults and children are invited to enjoy a morning creating a step-by-step painting while savoring delicious cupcakes!
Give your child an exciting Saturday or make it a family excursion!

Cost: $30
Register Online HERE!
Visit the Facebook Event Page HERE!

Gertrude Herbert Art Camps – Morning Session 5 (Ages 5-14)

The Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art runs multiple camps over the summer!
In the list below you will find 3 MORNING camps that run from July 15th to July 19th, 2019 from 10 AM to 12 PM each day.
All classes take place at The Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, on 506 Telfair Street.

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AM Session 5: Sculpture and 3-D Design (ages 5-7)
Techniques in freestanding sculpture and relief designs that are meant to be seen from the front will be explored during this session. A variety of techniques such as papier mâché, assemblage, and subtractive and plaster casting will be explored.

Instructor Difficulty Age Class Size Members Non-Members
To Be Announced All Levels 5-7 years old 10 $85.00 $125.00

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM, daily
Dates: Monday,  July 15th to Friday,  July 19th
Location: The Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, 506 Telfair Street
Register for this camp online HERE!

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AM Session 5: Painting and Mixed Media (ages 8-9)
Techniques in painting and in combining drawing, collage, and experimental materials with painting will be explored as students create artwork during this session.

Instructor Difficulty Age Class Size Members Non-Members
To Be Announced All Levels 8-9 years old 10 $85.00 $125.00

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM, daily
Dates: Monday,  July 15th to Friday,  July 19th
Location: The Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, 506 Telfair Street
Register for this camp online HERE!

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AM Session 5: Drawing and 2-D Design Fundamentals (ages 10-14) 
Pencil, charcoal, and color media such as oil and soft pastels are among the materials students will use as they explore both non-objective and realistic artistic interpretation of subject matter.

Instructor Difficulty Age Class Size Members Non-Members
To Be Announced All Levels 10-14 years old 10 $85.00 $125.00

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM, daily
Dates: Monday,  July 15th to Friday,  July 19th
Location: The Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, 506 Telfair Street
Register for this camp online HERE!

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3 Available Add-On’s per Session:

Let’s Move (early drop off): $20 (all ages 5 -14) 9:10 AM – 10 AM
50 Minutes of morning stretching, Yoga, and/or free drawing time each day before our official classes get started. (price covers one week M-F session add on)

Lunch Break: $20 /or FREE when signed up for Full Day Morning and Afternoon Classes (all ages 5 -14) 12 PM – 1 PM
Sack lunch and relaxation time in our historic formal dining room. Students must bring their own sack lunch, food is not provided. Free movie time included during lunch break. **This add on is FREE for all students signed up for morning and afternoon class sessions /Full Day Classes. (price covers one week M-F session add on)

Free Form (late pick up): $15 (all ages 5 -14) 3 PM- 3:30 PM
Afternoon Stretching, Yoga, and/or free drawing time each day after our official classes end. (price covers one week M-F session add on)

Find More Gertrude Herbert Camps Online HERE!

Aiken Center for the Arts Summer Art Intensives (Ages 11-18)

Art intensive courses provide students with advanced level art skills. Receive one-on-one instruction from college professors to help further their art making abilities.

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July 8th – 12th: Sculpture

Sculpture: Learn sculptural techniques to create original artwork based on sketches or images. Develop an understanding of dimension and craftsmanship and use basic hand tools to sculpt with wire, plaster or foam.

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM
Cost: $225 (per week)

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July 15th – 19th: Painting

Painting: Learn how to paint with oils including color theory, mixing, and blending. Subjects will include still lifes and self portraits.

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM
Cost: $225 (per week)

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LOCATION:
Aiken Center for The Arts, 122 Laurens St SW, Aiken, South Carolina

Register online at aikencenterforthearts.org/summercamp/

Gertrude Herbert Art Camps – Afternoon Session 4 (Ages 5-14)

The Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art runs multiple camps over the summer!
In the list below you will find 3 AFTERNOON camps that run from Monday July 8th to Friday July 12th, 2019 from 1 PM to 3 PM each day.
All classes take place at The Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, on 506 Telfair Street.

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PM Session 4:  Paint Explosion (ages 5-7)
Students will look at many examples of artists and their work for an inspirational starting point and then see what kind of creations their imaginations can dream up. Students will use nontraditional painting methods to create one of a kind pieces of art in new and inventive ways…all while focusing on July’s theme: Art in the now. This could get messy!

Instructor Difficulty Age Class Size Members Non-Members
To Be Announced All Levels 5-7 years old 8 $85.00 $125.00

Time: 1 PM – 3 PM, daily
Dates: Monday, July 8th – Friday, July 12th
Location: The Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, 506 Telfair Street
Register for this camp online HERE!

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PM Session 4: Clay Play (ages 8-9) 
While discussing their month’s theme, students will work with clay and air dry materials to create a variety of tiles, relief, and/or sculptural works.

Instructor Difficulty Age Class Size Members Non-Members
To Be Announced All Levels 8-9 years old 8 $85.00 $125.00

Time: 1 PM – 3 PM, daily
Dates: Monday, July 8th – Friday, July 12th
Location: The Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, 506 Telfair Street
Register for this camp online HERE!

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PM Session 4:  Bracelets, Wallets & More (ages 10-14)
Students will look at the Japanese bracelet making method known as Kumihimo. Kumihimo (koo-mee-hee-mo) means: braided cord. These braids are fast and fun to make. Student will also enjoy a variety of other activities along with bracelet making and will be tailored to their skill level and interests.

Instructor Difficulty Age Class Size Members Non-Members
Ulrike Beck All Levels 10-14 years old 8 $85.00 $125.00

Time: 1 PM – 3 PM, daily
Dates: Monday, July 8th – Friday, July 12th
Location: The Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, 506 Telfair Street
Register for this camp online HERE!

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3 Available Add-On’s per Session:

Let’s Move (early drop off): $20 (all ages 5 -14) 9:10 AM – 10 AM
50 Minutes of morning stretching, Yoga, and/or free drawing time each day before our official classes get started. (price covers one week M-F session add on)

Lunch Break: $20 /or FREE when signed up for Full Day Morning and Afternoon Classes (all ages 5 -14) 12 PM – 1 PM
Sack lunch and relaxation time in our historic formal dining room. Students must bring their own sack lunch, food is not provided. Free movie time included during lunch break. **This add on is FREE for all students signed up for morning and afternoon class sessions /Full Day Classes. (price covers one week M-F session add on)

Free Form (late pick up): $15 (all ages 5 -14) 3 PM- 3:30 PM
Afternoon Stretching, Yoga, and/or free drawing time each day after our official classes end. (price covers one week M-F session add on)

Find More Gertrude Herbert Camps Online HERE!