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Art: Creative Explorations, Ages 9-12, July 21-25

Jul 21, 2025 - Jul 25, 2025

Age at least 9 yrs but less than 13 yrs, Mixed

Visual ArtsChildren

Activity locationMason Fairfax Campus

Description

Creative Explorations Art Camp

July 21 - 25, 2025

9 am - 4 pm, Ages 9 - 12

"Culture and History"

Designed for growing artists ready to deepen their creative practice, this program offers hands-on experience with advanced art techniques and concepts.

Students will work in Mason School of Art’s studio spaces to create a variety of projects, such as drawing, painting, mixed media, and digital art. Our experienced teaching artists and art education graduate students will guide children through engaging projects inspired by diverse artists and cultural practices. Students will learn new concepts, explore contemporary art practices, and showcase their work in a mini exhibition at the end of the week.

Course Objectives

Express Creativity: Demonstrate increased creative expression and imaginative thinking in their artwork, developing a personal artistic voice.
Explore Diverse Mediums: Experiment with a wide range of art mediums, such as watercolors, acrylics, charcoal, and clay, to discover their preferences and expand their artistic horizons.
Create Multistep Projects: Complete more complex art projects that involve planning, design, and execution, fostering patience and attention to detail.
Cultivate Visual Awareness: Develop an increased appreciation for visual details in the environment, learning to see the world through an artist's eye.
Art Presentation: Learn how to present and exhibit their artwork, especially for the student showcase at the end of semester.
Art Appreciation: Deepen their understanding and appreciation of art through guided discussions and critiques of their own and others' work.

Activity meeting dates

July 21 - 25, 2025

More Information

Number of sessions5

DepartmentMason Community Arts Academy

Registration dates

From now to Jul 15, 2025

$476.00

Full

Waiting List registration is open. 5 persons are on waiting list.

Notes

Online registration closes 3 business days before the first class, however space may still be available! Please email the office to check: academy@gmu.edu. A $10 late registration fee may apply.

Add academy@gmu.edu to your email contact list to receive class information. Email is our primary method of communication.

Note: all tuition fees include a non-refundable $50 registration fee