Explore the art of puppetry and puppet making in this camp! From shadow puppets and marionettes to muppets, students will learn the craft of creating their own, unique puppets using a variety of techniques and materials and will even stage their own puppetry performances. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271)  page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Learn the basics of handbuilding with clay while sculpting your favorite animals! This week, students will experiment with a variety of ceramic construction, texture, and glazing techniques as they trek through the animal kingdom for scaly, furry, and feathered inspiration. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271)  page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Students will take inspiration from a variety of contemporary black artists throughout the week and experiment with using elements of their styles and techniques in their own work. From Kahinde Wiley’s use of pattern to William Pope’s incorporation of performance, young artists will explore materials and techniques through artists who have influenced the modern art world. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271)  page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Students in this camp will make artworks that will be incorporated in The Art Garage’s 4th of July Parade procession and will be invited to participate in the parade! Colorado’s amazing scenery will be our inspiration as we create large scale mountains, forests and scenery that will be incorporated onto our float! Young artists will also have opportunities to create unique Colorado artworks to bring home. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271)  page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Discover the wide world of printmaking techniques in this class! Students will try everything from gelli printing to collagraph and relief printing and print on both paper and fabric. Special attention will be paid to the design and composition of our prints as young artists learn about negative space, repetition, layering, and thinking like a printmaker. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271) page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Dive into simple game design, create sculptural pieces, and combine art and STEM in this creative and fun camp! Students will use recycled materials to make kinetic puzzles and use a variety of media to bring to life a game of their own creation, from crafting a unique board to sculpting game pieces. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271) page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

From armature to abstract pieces and clay busts to kinetic sculptures, students will utilize clay, recycled materials, wire, plaster and other tactile media to explore the world of sculpture. Drawing inspiration from great sculptors in history and modern artists around Denver, artists will create their own mini masterpieces. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271)  page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Students will learn about anatomy, color mixing, and so much more as they express who they are through the art of self portraiture. Taking inspiration from famous artists like Frida Kahlo and Van Gogh, artists will learn how to use color, pattern, and composition to create expressive and realistic self-portraits that not only look like them, but reveal their personalities and interests. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271) page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Join us this week for a crash-course in leather crafting for all skill levels! Students will explore the endless possibilities of leather crafting as they learn how to create beautiful works of art through coloring, patterning, and shaping. Artists will learn how to use basic leather-working tools and techniques as they create wallets, bracelets, keychains, book covers, and abstract pieces with this unique material. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271) page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Master the art of watercolor this week as you explore basic techniques, reactions like salt and oil, and get inspired by nature. Students will experience plein air painting, create landscapes and still lifes, and experiment with abstract art all while learning about watercolor essentials like composition, shape, form, value, texture and light. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271) page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Get ready to loop, tie, wrap, and stitch your way to beautiful artwork! Students will learn all about the world of fiber arts in this camp as they explore the artistic possibilities of yarn and fabric. Artists will learn to use looms, create collaborative weavings, sew, dye, make fabric collages, and take inspiration from modern and historic fiber artists. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271) page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Join us this week as we dive into all things cardboard! We will let our imaginations run wild as we create layered cardboard masks, 3D cardboard houses, and even cardboard jewelry. Artists will breathe new life into recycled cardboard as they study the fundamentals of 3D sculptural techniques, embellish their cardboard creations with paint and other materials, and create unique, upcycled masterpieces. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271)  page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

This art will look good enough to eat! Artists will spend the week drawing, painting and sculpting their favorite foods, from cheeseburgers and pasta to desserts! Students will develop drawing, watercolor and ceramic techniques to celebrate their favorite tasty treats. By the end of this week young artists will create a buffet for the eye! *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271) page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Dive into the wild world of plants using both art and science! Students will explore the parts, cycles, and processes of plant life by doing hands-on dissection and artistic studies of seeds and plants, use natural materials as “paintbrushes,” and get inspired by artists who use plants as their subjects. We will utilize a variety of media in our exploration and try plein air painting to capture the beauty of nature. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271) page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Transform an old book into a unique, artistic treasure! Students will use gesso, watercolor, acrylic paint, collage, pen and ink, and more as they create black-out poetry, build secret compartments, add pop-ups, and turn their books from run-of-the-mill to extraordinary. Each day, we will experiment with new materials, get inspired by creative prompts, and transform our books with fun techniques. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271)  page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Take your creativity and storytelling to the next dimension in this 3D paper arts class! Students will follow step-by-step paper folding techniques to create a variety of dimensional paper projects while learning about visual storytelling, depth, and perspective. We will create “house books” that fold flat and open into 3D houses with separate rooms, cards that turn into 3D scenes, and “squash books” that open into 3D paper sculpture. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271) page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less

Women have had a tremendous impact in the art world and this week we will get inspired by their styles and masterful techniques! From the stylized collage work of Barbra Kruger to Amy Sherald’s iconic portraits, students will discuss female-identifying artists and their impact on the art world and get inspired to explore composition, experiment with color, and try their hands at new media. *Please note: We have a no refund policy. Be sure to visit our [SUMMER FAQ](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/271)  page for up to date information. If you are interested in financial assistance, apply for a [Scholarship](https://artgaragedenver.com/articles/87) and wait for a response from our scholarship committee prior to registering here. Show less