Kids out of school and looking for something fun to occupy their time? Interested in learning a new skill? Mark your calendars for our yearly Summer Arts Camp. In 2022 we were excited to be able to open the program to ages 6 to adult. Campers, guided by our artist instructors, created and learned different art skills every day of camp. Camp runs during the month of June, finishing with a showcase at the Kelli O’Hara Center for Performing Arts Center.
Classes have included:
- Art for Beginners
- Art II
- Art and Crafts
- Music for Kids
- Beginning Dance
- Cheerleading
- Youth Acting
- Creative Writing
- Journalism
- Acting
- Sign Language for Beginners
Limited-sized classes. Please follow us on Facebook or Instagram for 2024 Summer Arts Camp updates! The Summer Arts Camp is done by partnering with the Elk City United Fund and Elk City Public Schools.
2024 Summer Arts Camp
We are excited to offer our 2024 Summer Arts Camp – June 3 through 27, 2024 for ages 6 and up! We have many new classes, along with some of your favorite old ones. Let’s make the 2024 Summer Arts Camp and summer to remember!
Classes will be held at the Susan Powell Fine Arts Building. Tuition for each class (a class is 8 sessions) is $25. A t-shirt is included with each registration.
*Limited class size. Please note: 5 or more campers per class or it will be canceled.*The camp will end with a Showcase of all the work on June 27, 2024, at 7 pm at the Kelli O’Hara Elk City Pioneer Performing Arts Center.
REGISTRATION
Ages 6 to 8 Classes
MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY
9:00 AM TO 10:15 AM
ART FOR BEGINNERS: Love to create, draw, or paint? Want to learn how? Join us in Art for Beginners where each student will learn different art mediums and work towards a showcase.
OR YOU CAN TAKE
ART II (Must have been in Art for Beginners OR Art II Last Year: A more in-depth look into art for those who have been in our Art for Beginners Class. Join us in Art II where each student will work with a focused art medium as they work towards a showcase.
10:30 AM TO 11:45 AM
ARTS AND CRAFTS: Arts and crafts activities can enhance the children’s dexterity and agility. With the enhancement of fine motor skills and much practice, a child’s manual dexterity, artistic skills, and speed will also increase. Join us in Arts and Crafts where each student will craft and create numerous projects and work towards a showcase.
TUESDAY AND THURSDAY
9:00 AM TO 10:15 AM
CHEERLEADING AND DANCE: Introduction to the basics of cheer and dance. Learn terminology and have fun, while working towards a showcase.
OR YOU CAN TAKE
MUSIC FOR KIDS: Love music? This class is for you! Come learn drumming with us. Join us in Music for Kids! We will also be performing at a showcase.
10:30 AM TO 11:45 AM
YOUTH ACTING: Your young actors will be introduced to the world of live theater all while learning some basic skills. These include terminology, warm-ups, acting games, the audition process, as well as the rehearsal process. These skills help build self-confidence and self-esteem all while preparing for a final show. All skill levels are welcome.
Ages 9 to 11 Classes
MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY
9:00 AM TO 10:15 AM
ARTS AND CRAFTS: Arts and crafts activities can enhance the children’s dexterity and agility. With the enhancement of fine motor skills and much practice, a child’s manual dexterity, artistic skills, and speed will also increase. Join us in Arts and Crafts where each student will craft and create numerous projects and work towards a showcase.
10:30 AM TO 11:45 AM
ART FOR BEGINNERS: Love to create, draw, or paint? Want to learn how? Join us in Art for Beginners where each student will learn different art mediums and work towards a showcase.
OR
ART II (Must have been in Art for Beginners OR Art II Last Year): A more in-depth look into art for those who have been in our Art for Beginners Class. Join us in Art II where each student will work with a focused art medium as they work towards a showcase.
TUESDAY AND THURSDAY
9:00 AM TO 10:15 AM
YOUTH ACTING: Your young actors will be introduced to the world of live theater all while learning some basic skills. These include terminology, warm-ups, acting games, the audition process, as well as the rehearsal process. These skills help build self-confidence and self-esteem all while preparing for a final show. All skill levels are welcome.
10:30 AM TO 11:45 AM
CHEERLEADING AND DANCE: Introduction to the basics of cheer and dance. Learn terminology and have fun, while working towards a showcase.
OR
MUSIC FOR KIDS: Love music? This class is for you! Come learn drumming with us. Join us in Music for Kids! We will also be performing at a showcase.
Ages 12 and Up Classes
All Age 12 and Up Classes will run one week, Monday through Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:45 pm.
Classes are also open to adults.
Week 1: June 3-6, 2024
Week 2: June 10-13, 2024
Week 3: June 17-20, 2024
Week 4: June 24-27, 2024
Classes will be held at the Susan Powell Fine Arts Building. Tuition for each class (a class is 4 sessions) is $25. A t-shirt is included with each registration.
*Limited class size. Please note: 5 or more campers per class or it will be canceled.*The camp will end with a Showcase of all the work on June 27, 2024, at 7 pm at the Kelli O’Hara Elk City Pioneer Performing Arts Center.
Week 1
JUNE 3-6, 2024
MONDAY – THURSDAY
1:00 PM TO 3:45 PM
FIND YOUR VOICE: Want to sing, but don’t know where to start? Here is the class for you, it will answer all the major questions you might have about singing and will help you to start with your first exercises on the way to finding your true voice. All skill levels are welcome while preparing for a final showcase.
OR
GARDENING FOR BEGINNERS: Whether you are a green thumb or not, join us to learn all there is about healthy soil, planting, and more for the perfect techniques for an amazing garden. When you follow these fundamentals, your plants will be healthy and your garden will thrive – even when gardens around you are failing. All skill levels are welcome while preparing for a final showcase.
OR
ART OF PASTELS AND WATERCOLORS: A more in-depth look into the world of pastels and watercolors. Join us in Art of Pastels and Watercolors where each student will work from still life for the simplicity of it as they work towards a showcase.
Week 2
JUNE 10-13, 2024
MONDAY – THURSDAY
1:00 PM TO 3:45 PM
ALL YOU NEED IS MUSIC: Join us to learn or improve your music knowledge as you learn to sing in a choir. All skill levels are welcome while preparing for a final showcase.
OR
FLORAL DESIGN FOR BEGINNERS: Enjoy receiving flowers? Now learn how to arrange the perfect bouquet. Sharpen your skills and refresh your creativity, all while learning to create from within and master essential floral design mechanics. This class is excellent for floral hobbyists, side hustlers, floral design freelancers, and more. All skill levels are welcome while preparing for a final showcase.
OR
MIXED MEDIA: A hands-on look at combining different artistic processes to push creative thinking. Join us in Mixed Media where each student will work with a focused art medium as they work towards a showcase.
Week 3
JUNE 17-20, 2024
MONDAY – THURSDAY
1:00 PM TO 3:45 PM
ACTING: An introduction to the world of live theatre all while learning some basic skills. These include terminology, warm-ups, acting games, the audition process, as well as the rehearsal process. These skills help build self-confidence and self-esteem all while preparing for a final show. All skill levels are welcome.
OR
PINTEREST CRAFTS: Love following those Pinterest crafts? Join us to create new crafts daily. All skill levels are welcome while preparing for a final showcase.
Week 4
JUNE 24-27, 2024
MONDAY – THURSDAY
1:00 PM TO 3:45 PM
MUSICAL THEATRE: An introduction to the world of musical theatre all while learning some basic skills. These include terminology, choreography, and more. These skills help build self-confidence and self-esteem all while preparing for a final show. All skill levels are welcome.
OR
SCULPTURE: Take an in-depth look at the design process from start to finish to bring a 3D object to life as you sculpt. Join us in Sculpture where each student will work with a focused art medium as they work towards a showcase.
