VITA ART CENTER’S art classes provide high-quality enrichment experiences in the visual arts for children & teens. 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 10 students per class. Scholarships are available for families with financial need. Contact Mary Perez for more information 805-644-9214
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WEEK 1, June 17 - June 21
9am-12pm
Instructor: Mary Perez
Ages 6-10
Spend the week playing, learning and experimenting as you have a ton of fun experiencing the joy of making art. Projects will include a variety of techniques and materials including painting, sculpture, drawing and more. All experience levels are welcome and supported with individualized instruction. 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: Sonya Burke
Ages 6-10
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 2: June 24 - June 28
9am-12pm
Instructor: Mary Perez
Ages 6-10
Young artists explore their imagination and creativity while learning to enhance their art skills. Projects include creating imaginary creatures, and drawing from mythology. A variety of techniques and materials will be used throughout the week including painting, drawing and sculpture. The class is structured to encourage creative expression, concept development, and advancement of 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 2: Jun 24 - Jun 28
1-4pm
Ages 6-10
Instructor: Mary Perez
Question like a scientist and create like an artist. Projects throughout the week will combine the 2 worlds with hands on activities that include creative thinking and problem-solving. Experiments and art projects will make for a fun and engaging week. We will make some of our own art materials, use art to record what we observe, design, build and have a fun time doing it all. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
Week 3: Jul 1 - Jul 5
9am-12pm
NO CLASS JULY 4
Ages 6-10
Instructor: Kathleen Kaller
Build confidence in your inner artist. We will use our intuition, and our unique creative choices to develop your artistic voice. Process enriched projects using mixed mediums including: paint, oil pastels & collage. 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 July 4
1pm-4pm
Ages 6-10
Instructor: Mary Perez
We will spend the week designing and then building our very own fairy house with furniture and gardens. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
Week 4: July 8 - July 12
9am-12pm
Ages 6-10
Instructor: Mary Perez
Question like a scientist and create like an artist. Projects throughout the week will combine the 2 worlds with hands on activities that include creative thinking and problem-solving. Experiments and art projects will make for a fun and engaging week. We will make some of our own art materials, use art to record what we observe, design, build and have a fun time doing it all.
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 4: July 8- July 12
1pm-4pm
Ages 6-12
Instructor: Kathleen Kaller
Build confidence in your inner artist. We will use our intuition, and our unique creative choices to develop your artistic voice. Process enriched projects using mixed mediums including: paint, oil pastels & collage.
Week 5, July 15 - July 19
Time: 9am-12pm
Ages: 6-10
Instructor: Kathleen Kaller
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.
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
Ages 6-10
Instructor: Mary Perez
Down by the sea, deep under the sea, real and imagined, the ocean is an endless source of inspiration. Drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture and lots of fun will all be included in this week long camp
Week 6, July 22 - July 26
9am - 12pm
Instructor: Mary Perez
Ages 6-10
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: Sonya Burke
Ages 6-10
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 7: Jul 29 - Aug 2
9am-12pm
Instructor: Sonya Burke
Ages 6-10
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.
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
1-4pm
Instructor: Mary Perez
$150 half day,
Spend the week playing, learning and experimenting as you have a ton of fun experiencing the joy of making art. Projects will include a variety of techniques and materials including painting, sculpture, drawing and more. All experience levels are welcome and supported with individualized instruction. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
Week 8: Aug 5 - Aug 9
9am-12pm
Ages 6-10
Instructor: Mary Perez
If your an animal lover, this is the class for you! All of the inspiration for this camp will be from the animal kingdom. Throughout this fun week we will be exploring different art forms such as painting, drawing, mixed media media, sculpting and more. Pack a snack and beverage. Dress in clothes you don’t mind getting messy.
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
1-4pm
Instructor: Mary Perez
Ages 6-10
Young artists explore their imagination and creativity while learning to enhance their art skills. Projects include creating imaginary creatures, and drawing from mythology. A variety of techniques and materials will be used throughout the week including painting, drawing and sculpture. The class is structured to encourage creative expression, concept development, and advancement of skills. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.
Week 9: Aug 12 - Aug 16
9am-12pm
Instructor: Sonya Burke
Ages 6-10
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.