The Chesterton Art Center will offer five (5) summer camp weeks beginning June 7. We will offer options for both zoom virtual learners and in person small classes throughout the summer. Classes will fill up fast due to limited spacing, so please sign up early to secure your preferred option. Please know that on site class sizes will be kept small to allow for social distancing. Each camp will run from Monday through Thursday for one week. Campers will learn various art techniques while using multiple media. Every session includes painting and drawing. A little time will be spent learning about a modern artist while working in the "theme" of the week. Kids will take home their fine art and craft projects at the end of the week. Classes are for children ages 5 - 8 will and ages 8 and up.
The cost for each week is $110 with members receiving a $20 discount. For questions or to register, call or stop into the Art Center, (219) 926-4711. Also, you can visit our website at www.chesterton.org or Eventbrite.com. The Chesterton Art Center is located at 115 S. 4th St., Chesterton, IN 46304. The Chesterton Art Center is located at 115 S. 4th St., Chesterton, IN 46304. For a full list of classes, see the website at www.chestertonart.org.
PLEASE NOTE: Masks are still required for all onsite classes and events. Hand sanitizer will be available. Social distancing will be practiced. The classroom will be cleaned and sanitized upon students' arrival. All students' parent(s)/legal guardian(s) will be asked to sign a waiver regarding COVID-19. There will be no make-up days for missed classes due to COVID-19.
Week 1 - June 7- 10
Our Lakeshore – Live Virtual Zoom Class 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Ages - 5 - 8 years old
All materials are included and picked up the Friday before camp starts for the week. Students will create artwork expressing the beauty of our ever-changing local natural wonder, Lake Michigan. Local artist Frank Dudley is famous for creating work that inspired conservation. We will enjoy his work in our discussions. We will use various media on fun projects and a special dunes acrylic painting will be created.
Our Lakeshore - In Person Class 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ages 8 - teen years
Students will create artwork expressing the beauty of our ever-changing local natural wonder, Lake Michigan. Local artist Frank Dudley is famous for creating work that inspired conservation. We will enjoy his work in our discussions. We will use various media on fun projects and a special dunes acrylic painting will be created.
Week 2 - June 14 - 17
Bob Ross Painters - In Person Class 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Ages 5 - 8 years old
Calling all fans of "The Joy of Painting" let's make some happy little clouds and trees. We are going to experiment with trying out Ross techniques on landscape paintings in acrylics. He makes it look so easy in 30 minutes, but we can hit pause and spend a little more time creating one of these classic pieces. The younger children will practice some Bob Ross style on some age-appropriate landscapes. We have some other fun craft "quote" projects in mind as well.
“I think there’s an artist hidden at the bottom of every single one of us.” -Bob Ross
Bob Ross Painters - In Person Class 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ages 8 - teen years
Calling all fans of "The Joy of Painting" let's make some happy little clouds and trees. We are going to experiment with trying out Ross techniques on landscape paintings in acrylics. He makes it look so easy in 30 minutes, but we can hit pause and spend a little more time creating one of these classic pieces. The younger children will practice some Bob Ross style on some age-appropriate landscapes. We have some other fun craft "quote" projects in mind as well.
“I think there’s an artist hidden at the bottom of every single one of us.” -Bob Ross
Week 3 - June 21 - 24
Printmaking - In Person Class 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Ages 5 - 8 years old
We will explore various techniques in fine art printing, including traditional linoleum cuts and modern stencil work. Younger children will work in foam boards instead of linoleum. Making prints is something that artists of all ages enjoy. Drawing and color will also be a focus this week as we create unique, one of a kind prints as well as other 2-D pieces of art.
Printmaking - In Person Class 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ages 8 - teen years
We will explore various techniques in fine art printing, including traditional linoleum cuts and modern stencil work. Younger children will work in foam boards instead of linoleum. Making prints is something that artists of all ages enjoy. Drawing and color will also be a focus this week as we create unique, one of a kind prints as well as other 2-D pieces of art.
Week 4 - July 12 - 15
Local Animals – Live Virtual Zoom Class 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Ages 8 - 15
All materials are included and picked up the Friday before camp starts for the week. A week of fun mixed media projects inspired by some of our native creatures children may see in their outdoor play this summer. We will work on our drawing skills and watercolor techniques as a focus, but also use other art supplies in our exciting camp week. Learning to draw birds, amphibians and furry animals is always a hit with young artists.
Local Animals - In Person Class 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ages 5 - 8
A week of fun mixed media projects inspired by some of our native creatures children may see in their outdoor play this summer. We will work on our drawing skills and watercolor techniques as a focus, but also use other art supplies in our exciting camp week. Learning to draw birds, amphibians and furry animals is always a hit with young artists.
Week 5 - July 19 - 22
Indiana Dunes - In Person 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Ages 5 - 8
Let's paint our local beauty! Students will create amazing paintings inspired by the dunes and local landscapes. We will discuss the history of the famous Indiana Impressionism Movement and learn about their work. Painting, drawing, and crafting will be included for our amazing young artist campers.
Indiana Dunes - In Person Class 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ages 8 - teens
Let's paint our local beauty! Students will create amazing paintings inspired by the dunes and local landscapes. We will discuss the history of the famous Indiana Impressionism Movement and learn about their work. Painting, drawing, and crafting will be included for our amazing young artist campers.
