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[Summer Camp] Clay-Mation Studio

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.

[Summer Camp] Animal Adventures

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.

[Summer Camp] Adventures in Nature

Discover the wonders of plants, animals, and habitats big and small! Campers will create 2D and 3D mixed-media artworks inspired by outdoor adventures, stories, games, and songs. All materials provided.

[Summer Camp] Draw from Life

Build essential drawing and observation skills while creating still-life drawings, self-portraits, and works from a model. Be inspired by gallery and vault drawings, celebrating the legacy of Fred Varley, one of Canada’s finest portrait artists. All materials provided.

[Summer Camp] Comics, Anime, and more

Bring your characters, stories, and ideas to life! Learn drawing and illustration techniques to create comic strips and a graphic novel cover while exploring the art of anime and manga. All materials provided.

[Summer Camp] Art from the Heart

Art is a fun and safe way for kids to explore their feelings and the world around them. Through stories, games, songs, and hands-on projects, campers express emotions, interests, and fears in a supportive, creative environment. All materials provided.

[Summer Camp] Art in Motion

Get up, move, and make art! Inspired by gesture and movement, campers create dynamic abstract and representational paintings, drawings, and more. Stories, games, and songs spark creativity in motion. All materials provided.

[Summer Camp] Journey through Paint

Get ready to get messy! Campers explore traditional and experimental painting techniques, drawing inspiration from historical and contemporary artworks on view in the galleries. All materials provided.

[Summer Camp] Drawing Intensive

Challenge your skills in this focused, process-based camp! Campers study shape, form, value, and space while developing observation skills and turning preparatory sketches into one or two finished drawings. All materials provided.

[Summer Camp] Colour Your World

The perfect camp for curious kids! Explore how colours are made, represented, and used in art while sharpening observational skills. Campers will see and capture the world in new ways through a variety of hands-on materials and activities. All materials provided.