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Children will be artists in the Garden throughout this camp. Each day will include time for drawing, painting, and creating sculptures.  Children will embark on outdoor “creativity walks”, as well as design their own dance performances. Each day will be filled with outdoor explorations, hands-on activities, and creating art. The campers will show off their nature-inspired works of art during an art show at the end of the week.

Tentative Schedule

Day 1 – Find your inspiration

The camp will kick-off with finding art inspiration through nature. Kids will use their senses to create different forms of art. We will go on an art-themed scavenger hunt and explore nature through famous pieces of artwork. In addition, participants will begin a week-long project to create a nature-inspired artwork in the Activity Center.

Day 2 – Patterns in Nature

Kids will explore the dazzling array of shapes and patterns found in the natural world. Kids will go on a pattern scavenger hunt, and express their artistic abilities by creating observational drawings and artwork out of natural objects in the garden.

Day 3 – Natural Sculptures

Mid-week will bring an exploration of three-dimensional art and the natural world. Kids will explore and investigate natural and artificial sculptures. Participants will design their own outdoor installation using natural objects, and go on nature walks to discover places that are ideal for their sculptures

Day 4 – Abstract Art

Kids will investigate the world of abstract art through a natural lens. Participants will go on an inspiration walk around the grounds and discuss ideas and concepts for making abstract art. Each child will have the opportunity to create their own art piece using ideas from the hike. In addition, kids will explore impressionist paintings with a visit to the Garden's Monet exhibit.

Day 5 – Art Exhibit!

The last day will bring a day for the kids to display their art to the public. Parents of campers will be invited to see the kids' hard work. We will have a gallery opening so the kids can talk about their art with invited guests. Families will have an opportunity to view the Monet show and tour the Garden.