2024 Art Exploration Summer Camps

Instructors: 

Don Snyder, Yani Sheng, Terri Lovett, , Pia Douglas , Amanda Greiner, Megan Steinman, Gus Phillips, Melodie Mohns, leslie Norman, Gigi.

 Time: 9 am to 3 pm

Monday-Friday 

Dates:

Camp 1  June 17 - June 21

Camp 2  July 8 - July 12

Camp 3   July 15 - July 19

Camp 4   July 29 - August 2

Camp 5   August 5 - August 9 

Age:

6 to 12 years old

Lunch:

Each child will need to bring their own packed lunch everyday of camp

Price:

$398 per child per camp.

The 2024 Art Exploration Summer Camps at the Mansfield Art Center offers a unique and innovative approach to creative learning through STEAM learning methods. This camp is designed for children who love art and want to explore a variety of creative techniques, materials, and mediums in a fun and educational environment.

Throughout the camp, children will create art in a variety of mediums, including , mosaics, ceramics, 3D printing, glassblowing, block printing, Macrame, glass fusing, origami, sewing, jewelry, Acrylic painting and enameling. In addition, this year we will also be offering watercolor, rhythm and percussion and the art of photography .

The camp will be led by experienced Ohio artists who specialize in each medium being taught!

Each day, children will create new projects that combine artistic expression with scientific inquiry and technological innovation. For example, they learn to create a 3D printed project, design a mosaic using geometric shapes, or fuse glass to make a functional piece of art. Throughout each project, they will explore the creative process and gain valuable skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration.

Children will also experience the art of rythm and movements in space every morning to complete their atistic experience.

The camps will be divided into age groups, with activities and instruction tailored to each group's level and interests. The camp will also include a walkthrough through the Mansfield Art Center Museum (if a show is currently being exhibited). All materials and supplies will be provided, and children will be encouraged to experiment and explore different materials to develop their own unique creative voice. Each child will additionally need to bring a lunch each day of camp.

The Mansfield Art Center's Art Exploration Summer Camps for children are an excellent opportunity for children to develop their artistic skills, gain valuable knowledge in STEAM education, and make new friends in a fun and supportive environment.

 Unlock Your Child's Creativity This Summer!  Join our Art Summer Camps for children aged 6 to 12. Immerse your little artists in a world of colors, imagination, and fun.  Creative workshops, hands-on activities, and skilled instructors await! Enroll now to ignite a summer of artistic exploration.  Limited spots available –  

 If you have any questions please email pia@mansfieldartcenter.org or pia@mansfieldartcenter.org or call 419.756.1700 

Ceramics -Adult Class

 August 01 to September 05

6weeks class

Thursdays | August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. September 05

5.30-7.30 pm

Instructor: Mike Swiderski

Age: 16 and up

$189 members | $210 non-members

From Mud to Art! 

All skill levels welcome! 

Choose between working on the wheel or handbuilding and receive individualized support and instruction! 

The transformation of clay into vessels is incredibly interesting and the journey is worth learning.

If you have never played with clay, here is your opportunity to take a 6 weeks class to realize that your inner artist has an irresistible attraction to clay and create wonderful pieces of art.

If you have already played with clay, Mike Swiderski, your instructor will kindly continue to teach you a more advanced technique.

You will learn how to throw on the wheel, alter on the wheel, hand build, professionally glaze and more on this course. 

Only a maximum of 7 people can register for the workshop so make sure you sign up soon.

A waiting list will be available 

Instructor: Mandy Greiner 

Friday, August 23rd | Friday, August 30th

Members $49.50 | Non-Members $55

Age: 15+

You must sign up and pay for this class to reserve your space. We will instruct students in the order they come to us during your reserved time. We can accommodate up to 2 students per session. 

Come in to create your very own glass paperweighr, a great back to school gift for teachers, completely unique and handmade. We will gather hot glass, apply up to 2 colors, swirl, and stretch the glass around itself, then encase the color swirl with clear glass and shape the molten material into its final form. Students will need to be prepared to enter the hot shop by wearing closed toed shoes and having long hair tied back. 

If you have any questions please email mandy@mansfieldartcenter.org or call 419.756.1700

Instructor: Mandy Greiner 

Saturday, August 24th | Saturday, August 31st

Members $67.50 | Non-Members $75

Age: 15+

You must sign up and pay for this class to reserve your space. We will instruct students in the order they come to us during your reserved time. We can accommodate up to 2 students per session. 

Can’t find the perfect decoration for Fall? Create it! Come in to make yourself a one of a kind statement piece for your home. We will choose colors to layer onto clear glass, blow a bubble, sculpt, and add bits of glass to form your fall apple.

Students will need to be prepared to enter the hot shop by wearing closed toed shoes and having long hair tied back.

If you have any questions please email mandy@mansfieldartcenter.org or call 419.756.1700