VITA ART CENTERS art classes provide high-quality enrichment experiences in the visual arts for ages 10 & Up. Classes are taught by professional artists and instructors who design fun and educational projects taught in a hands-on studio environment. Enrollment is limited to 12 students per class.
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WEEK 1, June 17 - June 21
9am-12pm
Instructor: Wyatt Amend
Ages 10&Up
This class is designed for beginners thru intermediate and will provide instruction in a relaxed fun atmosphere with lots of help and encouragement. You will learn the basic techniques of throwing on the wheel. All materials and kiln firing are included in the class price. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
FULL DAY OPTION: If you are looking for a full day camp, sign up for both the morning and afternoon sessions separately. A supervised lunch time is included for full days. Kids need to pack a lunch, a snack and a beverage.
WEEK 1, June 17 - June 21
1pm-4pm
Instructor: Mary Perez
Ages 10&Up
Explore the wonderful world of mixed media! Mixed media is a great way to learn about different mediums and techniques including painting, collage, printmaking, and sculpture. Projects will encourage creative expression, concept development, and advancement of painting skills. Painting experience is not essential. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
Week 2: Jun24-Jun28
9am-12pm
Ages:10&Up
Instructor: Michelle Wilson
Using textiles and mixed media techniques such as painting, drawing, stenciling, and other surface design methods with traditional and unique materials. We will learn sewing (hand stitching) and mixed media techniques to make beautiful one of a kind pillows, artwork, and wearable art. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
FULL DAY OPTION: If you are looking for a full day camp, sign up for both the morning and afternoon sessions separately. A supervised lunch time is included for full days. Kids need to pack a lunch, a snack and a beverage.
Week 2: Jun 24-28
1-4pm
Ages 10&Up
Instructor: Maribel Hernandez
Eager to learn how to design and make your own unique jewelry? Students will design and create their own jewelry. Basic wire wrapping methods are taught. Students will also make their own beads and pendants out of ceramics, glass, and paper. Throughout the week students will make necklaces, earrings, and broaches. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
Week 3: Jul 1 - Jul 5
No Class Jul 4
9am-12pm
Ages: 10&up
Instructor: Mary Perez
Create a portrait of your favorite animal or pet in this mixed media painting and drawing class. Working with acrylic paint you will explore many techniques for creating texture and composition with paint, collage, stencils and printmaking. Painting experience is not essential. Projects will encourage creative expression, concept development, and advancement of painting and drawing skills. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
FULL DAY OPTION: If you are looking for a full day camp, sign up for both the morning and afternoon sessions separately. A supervised lunch time is included for full days. Kids need to pack a lunch, a snack and a beverage.
WEEK 3, July 1-July 5, no class 7/4
1pm-4pm
Instructor: Wyatt Amend
Ages 10&Up
This class is designed for beginners thru intermediate and will provide instruction in a relaxed fun atmosphere with lots of help and encouragement. You will learn the basic techniques of throwing on the wheel. All materials and kiln firing are included in the class price. Pack a snack and drink. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy in.
July 8 - July 12
9am-12pm
Ages 10&Up
Instructor: Daniel Barnett
Students will draw with a variety of colored media including ink, colored pencils, pastels, and gauche to create bold and expressive drawings. Students engage in drawing projects that encourage creative expression, concept development, and advancement of basic drawing skills. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in
FULL DAY OPTION: If you are looking for a full day camp, sign up for both the morning and afternoon sessions separately. A supervised lunch time is included for full days. Kids need to pack a lunch, a snack and a beverage.
Date: July 8 - July 12
Time: 1-4pm
Ages: 10&Up
Instructor: Mary Perez
Looking at the many sources of inspiration that exists in nature. Projects will include a variety of techniques and materials including creating our own natural dyes, and paints, printmaking and more. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
Week 5: July 15 - July 19
9am-12pm
Ages 10&Up
Instructors: Karl Swanson & Mary Perez
Discover the art of diorama making. We will design and make our own 3D nature landscape, The jungle, A desert, the moon, your choice! Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
FULL DAY OPTION: If you are looking for a full day camp, sign up for both the morning and afternoon sessions separately. A supervised lunch time is included for full days. Kids need to pack a lunch, a snack and a beverage.
WEEK 5, July 15-July 19
1pm-4pm
Instructor: Wyatt Amend
Ages 10&Up
This class is designed for beginners thru intermediate and will provide instruction in a relaxed fun atmosphere with lots of help and encouragement. You will learn the basic techniques of throwing on the wheel. All materials and kiln firing are included in the class price. Pack a snack and drink. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy in.
Week 6, July 22 - July 26
9am - 12pm
Instructor: Megan Bisbee
Ages 10 & Up
This is the week to build your dream home, tree house, fairy house, castle or whatever tickles your fancy, all in miniature. We will spend the week building our houses and everything to go inside it. Furniture, Wallpaper, flooring and more. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
FULL DAY OPTION: If you are looking for a full day camp, sign up for both the morning and afternoon sessions separately. A supervised lunch time is included for full days. Kids need to pack a lunch, a snack and a beverage.
WEEK 6, July 22 - July 26
1pm-4pm
Instructor: Mary Perez
Ages 10&Up
Explore the wonderful world of mixed media! Mixed media is a great way to learn about different mediums and techniques including painting, collage, printmaking, and sculpture. Projects will encourage creative expression, concept development, and advancement of painting skills. Painting experience is not essential. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
Week 7: July 29 - Aug 2
Time: 9am-12pm
Ages: 10 & Up
Instructor: Mary Perez
This week is all about building 3D art. Students will work in a variety of materials to create one of a kind sculptural art pieces. Participants should dress in clothes they don't mind getting dirty. Please bring a snack and a drink.
FULL DAY OPTION: If you are looking for a full day camp, sign up for both the morning and afternoon sessions separately. A supervised lunch time is included for full days. Kids need to pack a lunch, a snack and a beverage.
WEEK 7, Jul 29 - Aug 2
1pm-4pm
Instructor: Wyatt Amend
Ages 10&Up
This class is designed for beginners thru intermediate and will provide instruction in a relaxed fun atmosphere with lots of help and encouragement. You will learn the basic techniques of throwing on the wheel. All materials and kiln firing are included in the class price. Pack a snack and drink. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy in.
Week 8: Aug 5 - Aug 9
9am - 12pm
Instructor: Maribal Hernandez
Ages 10 & Up
In this fun and inspiring class students explore the many possibilities of mosaic art. They will learn how to work with materials and tools while creating a one of a kind mosaic art piece to take home! Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
FULL DAY OPTION: If you are looking for a full day camp, sign up for both the morning and afternoon sessions separately. A supervised lunch time is included for full days. Kids need to pack a lunch, a snack and a beverage.
Week 8: Aug 5 - Aug 9
1pm -4pm
Instructor: Sonya Burke
Ages 10&Up
Find the magic hidden in clay as it transforms into art. The class will learn new skills in hand building ceramics and exercise their imagination as they explore sculptural and functional ceramics. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
Week 9: Aug 12 - Aug 16
1pm -4pm
Instructor: Sonya Burke
Ages 10&Up
Find the magic hidden in clay as it transforms into art. The class will learn new skills in hand building ceramics and exercise their imagination as they explore sculptural and functional ceramics. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.