Discover the traditional technique of egg tempera and Byzantine icon painting. Using powder pigments and an egg yolk, learn how to prepare your paint and paint an angel using a step-by-step method. Artists are welcome to paint the subject of their choice, or paint along with the instructor to create a traditional icon in a […]
Capture the sparkling light and reflections of a summer lake while developing skills in colour, value, composition, and design. Includes step-by-step instructions and constructive critiques. Suitable for all levels. Artist/Instructor: Linda Kalianteris Image credit: Linda Kalianteris
This camp is designed to provide young artists with creative opportunities, hands-on fun, and access to a variety of art mediums. Campers will experiment with painting, drawing, collage, printmaking, and sculpture. All materials provided. Note: There will be no camp on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
This camp combines basic scientific and mathematical principles with elements of design in new and unexpected ways. By exploring balance, cause and effect, order, and more, campers will integrate science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) into their art-making practice. All materials are provided. Note: There will be no camp on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1, […]
This summer, campers will have a blast creating sculptures using a variety of materials. Through hands-on exploration, campers will learn to work with air-dry clay, papier mâché, and other media to create finished sculptures. They’ll also explore non-traditional approaches to making 3D art. All materials provided. Note: There will be no camp on Canada Day, […]
An exciting introduction to art! Through stories, songs, games, and hands-on projects, little artists will explore, play, and create. All materials provided.
Kids create their favorite furry, feathery, and scaly friends through stories, games, songs, and hands-on art activities. All materials provided.
Calling all future cartoonists! Create your own characters, wacky situations, and comic worlds. Learn to draw expressive faces, lively settings, and experiment with line, color, and text. All materials provided.
Dive into the magical world of clay-mation! Campers will learn to make objects move on screen, develop a story, and work together to create a short animated film. Most materials provided; campers must bring a laptop, digital camera, and USB adapter.
The animal kingdom comes alive at the Varley! Kids will use vibrant colours and textures to create their own furry, feathery, and scaly friends through printmaking, sculpture, and painting. All materials provided.
