In-Person

Class Mode

Mon-Fri

schedule

11 to 16

age

10am-2:30pm

Immersive duration

Paths of Harmony & Inspiration

Free yourself from the clutter of noise and immerse yourself in a peaceful time of creation.

Our art camp is designed to guide students into a state of creativity and flow, fostering focus and unleashing their full artistic potential.

– Ms. Patience Lee

Foundation Drawing:

Develop essential drawing skills by mastering techniques such as shading, perspective, and proportion. This foundational class lays the groundwork for all forms of visual art by training the eye and hand to work in harmony.

Watercolor:

Explore the delicate art of watercolor painting, learning techniques. Students will experiment with color blending and composition to create expressive and vibrant works.

Outdoor Sketching:

Immerse yourself in nature and let it inspire your creativity. Students will practice quick sketching to capture landscapes, textures, and the play of light and shadow in real-time. Alternatively, they can focus on smaller objects by incorporating watercolor techniques.

Block Printing:

Discover the traditional art of block printing by mastering basic carving techniques. Students will create unique patterns or images on carving boards, which can be used to craft beautiful prints. Design and print custom cards or gifts, perfect for sharing with friends and family.

DIY Air-Dry Clay:

Create your own air-dry clay dough by following a simple recipe, then shape your creativity in 3D! Students will mold the clay into sculptures and decorative objects, perfect for bringing your artistic ideas to life!

Paper Art:

Discover the endless possibilities of paper as an art medium. Students will create intricate designs through techniques like paper folding, cutting, layering, and crafting to produce decorative and functional art pieces.

Jewelry DIY:

Design and craft your own jewelry using beads, wire, and other materials. This workshop introduces basic jewelry-making techniques, allowing students to create custom bracelets, earrings, and more.

Beginner Metal Smithing Techniques:

Get an introduction to the art of working with metal, including techniques like cutting, shaping, and texturing. Students will create small, wearable pieces such as pendants or rings while learning the basics of safety and tool handling.

Chinese Calligraphy and Chinese Painting:

This class invites students to explore the timeless art forms of Chinese calligraphy and painting, combining creativity, technique, and mindfulness. These practices not only nurture artistic expression but also enhance focus and patience.

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+1(845) 288-0636

summer@northernacademy.org

49 Seward Ave. Midddletown, NY 10940

Our mission is to nurture students to become well-educated individuals of exemplary moral character. To this end, we provide a rigorous college preparatory and classical arts education steeped in the traditional values of the West and the East.
We are accredited by the Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Institutions of the Middle States Association.