Name: Summer Art Camp Week of July 27 - 31
Start: 2026-07-27T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-07-31T13:00:00-04:00
Location: Expressive Brush Art Studio

If you love Art & Science this Camp is for you !
Kids will craft, paint, and explore space through fun and hands-on projects all week
About this Event

Monday – Blast Off! Rockets & Planets

Theme: Introduction to space and the solar system

Rocket Ship Craft – Build rockets from cardboard, paper, and recycled materials. Decorate with foil and markers.
Planet Painting – Use watercolors or acrylics to paint colorful planets; explore textures and layering.
Volcano Rocket Science – Create a small “rocket launch” using baking soda, vinegar, and a mini paper rocket for a safe explosion demo.

Tuesday – Aliens & Outer Space Life

Theme: Imagination and extraterrestrials

Clay Alien Figures – Sculpt imaginative aliens from air-dry clay; add googly eyes and fun textures.
Galaxy Watercolor Art – Paint a swirling galaxy with watercolors and salt for a starry effect.
Crater Science Experiment – Drop balls of different sizes into flour/sand to simulate asteroid impacts and craters.

Wednesday – Stars, Moons & Night Sky

Theme: Observing celestial objects

Glow-in-the-Dark Star Mobiles – Create mobiles with stars and planets using cardstock and glow paint.
Moon Phase Painting – Paint the phases of the moon using black paper, white paint, and sponge techniques.
Constellation Science – Map real constellations on black paper using pins, chalk, or stickers; teach basic star patterns.

Thursday – Space Stations & Exploration

Theme: Space travel and human exploration

Space Station Diorama – Build a mini space station from boxes, clay, or craft sticks.
Rocket Launch Painting – Paint a dynamic rocket taking off using splatter, streaks, and bright colors for motion.
Gravity Experiment – Drop objects of different weights to explore how gravity affects motion; optionally use simple pendulums.

Friday – Cosmic Creations & Parade

Theme: Showcase creativity and teamwork

Alien Planet Collage – Use magazine cutouts, glitter, foil, and paints to create imaginary planets and landscapes.
Galaxy Jars – Layer water, glitter, food coloring, and oil to make “galaxies in a jar.”
Space Parade & Mural – Combine rockets, aliens, planets, and stars from the week into a large group mural; parade around the room showing creations.

Explore, Create, and Get Inspired!

Welcome to our Summer Break Art Camp, where kids will dive into the exciting world of art through hands-on activities using mixed materials like clay, rocks, paint, and other cool mixed media!