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Summer Camps
Sweetwater® Center for the Arts offers weekly, half-day and full-day summer camps for ages 3-17 in the visual, performing, culinary and literary arts. Summer camps run through June 15 - August 14, 2009. On the first day of camp, please go to the upstairs lobby for camp check-in.
All campers must have a Permission Form/Medical Waiver on file before they may participate in camp activities. These forms will be mailed to camp participants prior to the camp start date.
If you register your child for one morning and one afternoon camp, you may sign up for the supervised lunch ($10/day; lunch is not included) at the time of registration. Camp participants (ages 4-15) who are not accompanied by an adult and wish to stay in the building between camps must sign up for the supervised lunch. Supervision is provided by a Sweetwater® instructor or staff member.
Supervised lunch registration must be made at least two business days prior to the camp start date in order for arrangements to be made. Please contact the Education Director for questions regarding the supervised lunches.
Due to food allergies, Sweetwater® does not provide snacks or lunch. Snack breaks will be taken during both morning and afternoon camps, so parents should provide a snack, drink or lunch for their children. Snacks and drinks may also be purchased in the Sweetwater office.
SUMMER 2009
MODERN MASTERS
CH05
Ages 6-10
Explore the art from some of the popular masters of modern art: Monet, Van Gogh, Dali, and Kahlo to name a few. Learn what influenced these famous artists, and what techniques and characteristics make their work so special. Each day we’ll create our own masterpieces inspired by the work of the masters. Materials fee is included in the tuition.
Instructor: Vanessa Latour
Time: 1 Week, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Dates: June 29 - July 2, 2009 NO CLASS JULY 3rd
Member Tuition: $95
Non-member Tuition: $120
ALL AMERICAN ART
CH06
Ages 6-10
Students will learn about a variety of American artists, their artwork, and their techniques. They will study artists from the 17th century through the contemporary era. We’ll learn how art has changed over the decades and study new and interesting drawing and painting techniques. Children will put what they’ve learned to the test as they reproduce four famous artworks. Materials fee is included in the tuition.
Instructor: Vanessa Latour
Time: 1 Week, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Dates: June 29 - July 2, NO CLASS JULY 3rd
Member Tuition: $95
Non-member Tuition: $120
POP ART
CH07
Ages 6-10
Spend a week learning about the colorful world of pop art! We’ll learn about the history of this 20th century art movement as we learn about important pop artists such as Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein and even Walt Disney! Kids will make collages, prints and more, inspired by some of the greatest artists of the 20thcentury! Materials fee is included in the tuition.
Instructor: D. Zoe Shutka
Time: 1 Week, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Dates: July 6 - 10, 2009
Member Tuition: $120
Non-member Tuition: $145
COOKING WITH FLAIR
CH08, CH16
Ages 6-10
Crank up the heat in Sweetwater’s kitchen this summer and become a master chef! Children will learn the fundamentals of professional cooking including, but not limited to, grill, saute, prep, pasta, pastry and service. This camp will also focus on basic food safety and beginner knife skills. Students are asked to bring a wood or poly cutting board and a 6”-8” chef’s knife to class for the week. Children will be closely supervised with knife use. Parents will be invited to sample our creations at the end of the week. Materials fee is included in the tuition. Due to the nature of this camp, Sweetwater is unable to accommodate food allergies/restrictions.
CH08 - FULL
Instructor: Olga Watkins
Time: 1 Week, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Dates: July 6 - 10, 2009
Member Tuition: $135
Non-member Tuition: $160
CH16 - FULL
Instructor: Olga Watkins
Time: 1 Week, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Dates: July 27 - 31, 2009
Member Tuition: $135
Non-member Tuition: $160
CH30
Instructor: Olga Watkins
Time: 1 Week, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Dates: August 17 - 21, 2009
Member Tuition: $135
Non-member Tuition: $160
LIVE ANIMAL ART - FULL
CH09
Ages 8-12
Sweetwater® is partnering with the Animal Rescue League of Pennsylvania’s Wildlife Center in this exciting camp for kids. Each day, a different live animal will be brought to class including a quail, rodents, a red-tailed hawk, koi and racing pigeons.* Students will learn about the habbitat and characteristics of each of these creatures. They will then reproduce each one in a different medium including polymer clay, pastels, colored pencil, and collage. Tammy Frech, Wildlife Educator at the Wildlife Center, will attend several classes as a guest instructor. Materials fee is included in the tuition.
*This list of animals is based on their availability from the Animal Rescue League. If a particular type of animal is not available from the ARL at the time of class, a different animal will be substituted.
Instructor: Cynthia Shaffer and Tammy Frech
Time: 1 Week, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Dates: July 6 - 10, 2009
Member Tuition: $120
Non-member Tuition: $145
DRAWING MANIA
CH10, CH14
Ages 6-10
It is important to start with the basics to ensure successful artistic expression in any medium. Children will draw animals, a self-portrait, cartoons, and a still life while developing drawing techniques and learning basic line and perspective principles. Experiement with pencil, charcoal, colored pencil and pastel. There will be no end to what can be created with the foundation gained from this class! Materials fee is included in the tuition.
CH10 - FULL
Instructor: D. Zoe Shutka
Time: 1 Week, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Dates: July 13 - 17, 2009
Member Tuition: $120
Non-member Tuition: $145
CH14 - FULL
Instructor: Theresa Nero
Time: 1 Week, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Dates: July 20 - 24, 2009
Member Tuition: $120
Non-member Tuition: $145
SWEETWATER® SAMPLER - FULL
CH11
Ages 6-10
Every day is a new adventure in this multi-media medley. Students will create a variety of projects and explore a multitude of techniques. Experiment with drawing, painting, sculpture, and printmaking and discover the art medium that you fancy most. This is the perfect way to sample everything that Sweetwater offers! Materials fee is included in the tuition.
Instructor: Theresa Nero
Time: 1 Week, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Dates: July 13 - 17, 2009
Member Tuition: $120
Non-member Tuition: $145
EXPLORING ART AND NATURE AT FERN HOLLOW
Ages 7-10
FULL DAY CAMP!
CH12
Visit Fern Hollow for an exciting week of adventure as campers hike trails, view insects and study nature. In the morning, children will participate in an art camp taught by Sweetwater veteran instructor, Sally Oberdick, where they will create art utilizing materials found in nature as well as materials found on Sweetwater®’s shelves. Children will make a birdbath, a nature collage, and will participate in a scavenger hunt. All activities will be chronicled in a take-home journal.
During the afternoon, campers will turn their attention to the natural beauty of Fern Hollow Nature Center. They will enjoy hikes in the meadow searching for wildflowers, creepy crawlies and birds. They will also have the opportunity to learn the basics of nature photography and experiment with other science related topics dealing with meteorology, ornithology and botany. Active nature games will get your kids up and moving and will be played throughout the week, rain or shine! Materials fee is included in the tuition.
This camp will be held at Fern Hollow Nature Center, 1901 Glen Mitchell Road, Sewickley, PA 15143, www.fhnc.org, 412-741-6136. Please call Sweetwater® to register. Fern Hollow will not take registrations for this camp. Please note: the 10% early registration discount does not apply to this camp. The member tuition rate applies to both Sweetwater® and Fern Hollow members.
Instructor: Sally Oberdick & Rachael Sica
Time: 1 Week, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Dates: July 20 - 24, 2009
Member Tuition: $250
Non-member Tuition: $275 |
Melodia Musical Theater Workshop
(Children entering grades 2-6 in the fall)
This year’s camp is being held in memory of Mario Melodia, who so graciously dedicated his time and energy to Sweetwater for so many summers.
This intensive summer camp experience will introduce students to creative dramatics, scene study, dance and basic vocal techniques in an age-appropriate way. In the past, children have performed shows by Disney and current children’s movies and musicals. Students will rehearse and perform for family and friends, showcasing the skills they have acquired throughout the week.
- You may pick up a copy of the script and music on Friday, July 17 between 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Scripts will not be available before this date.
- Please report to Sweetwater at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 18, for the read-through. Please wear comfortable clothing, soft, rubber-soled shoes and bring a tape recorder that you, the student, can operate. Please also bring these items with you to the camp on Monday, July 14. The read-through (not mandatory, but advisable) will last approximately two hours.
- Camp begins on Monday, July 20. Campers will meet from 8:30-11:00 a.m. each day through Friday, July 24. Students with solo performances may be required to arrive early or stay late to practice; parents will be notified of any changes or additions to the schedule. Dress rehearsal times will be determined.
- Please bring your own snacks and drinks.
- The performance will be held at Sweetwater on Saturday, July 25, from 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Refreshments will be served after the performance.
Instructors: Anastasia Livingstone, Emily Tito & Nina Masci
Script pick-up: Friday, July 17, 2009 (9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.)
Script read-through: Saturday, July 18, 2009 (9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.)
Summer Camp: Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 24 (8:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.)
Performance: Saturday, July 25 (10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.)
Member Tuition: $195
Non-Member Tuition: $220 |
ART AROUND THE WORLD
CH15
Ages 6-10
Travel around the world on your summer vacation, without ever leaving Sewickley! Each day we’ll explore a different country, and then create artwork inspired by that country’s culture. We’ll travel to Egypt, France, Mexico and more as we experiment with different media and techniques to create our very own world of art! Materials fee is included in the tuition.
Instructor: D. Zoe Shutka
Time: 1 Week, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Dates: July 27 - 31, 2009
Member Tuition: $120
Non-member Tuition: $145
SCULTPURE FOR KIDS - FULL
CH17
Ages 6-10
Come see why clay isn’t the only thing you can use to make sculptures! Sculpture is a three-dimensional form created by carving and shaping a soft or hard bodied material to create a work of art. In this camp, children will learn how to create art as a three-dimensional form through the basics of sculpture such as relief, mobile, kinetic and freestanding sculpture. We’ll use materials such as paper, clay or plasteline, wax, wire, plaster, soap stone, concrete etc. Materials fee is included in the tuition.
Instructor: Theresa Nero
Time: 1 Week, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Dates: July 27 - 31, 2009
Member Tuition: $120
Non-member Tuition: $145
CREATIVE CULTURES
CH18
Ages 6-10
This camp will explore a sampling of contemporary cultures from around the world! We’ll travel all over the globe as we explore the different foods, music and of course art in this week-long adventure in modern culture. Materials fee is included in the tuition.
Instructor: Cheron Urbanek
Time: 1 Week, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Dates: August 3 - 7, 2009
Member Tuition: $120
Non-member Tuition: $145
EXPLORING ART & NATURE AT FERN HOLLOW NATURE CENTER - FULL
CH19
Ages 6-10
Visit Fern Hollow for an exciting week of adventure as campers hike trails, view insects and study nature. Children will create artwork utilizing materials found in nature and other materials as well as participate in a scavenger hunt. Materials fee is included in the tuition. This camp will be held at Fern Hollow Nature Center, 1901 Glen Mitchell Road, Sewickley, PA 15143, www.fhnc.org, 412-741-6136.
Instructor: Carol O'Malley
Time: 1 Week, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Dates: August 3 - 7, 2009
Member Tuition: $130
Non-member Tuition: $155
FABLES & FUN
CH20
Ages 6-10
Do you like to create stories and make your own paper books? That's just the kind of imagination we'll be using to create our own fables! Children will learn about fables through reading and discussion. Students will then explore anthropomorphism and create their own characters from animals, plants, and inanimate objects. (We will make dogs talk and furniture walk!) Students will write a short fable using their characters and learn how to incorporate a moral lesson into the story. There will be an emphasis on illustration and children will learn different book binding techniques to create their own unique storybooks. Materials fee is included in the tuition.
Instructor: Ellen Siergiej
Time: 1 Week, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Dates: August 3 - 7, 2009
Member Tuition: $120
Non-member Tuition: $145
CARTOONING - FULL
CH21
Ages 6-10
Callling all young cartoonists! Bring your imagination and sense of humor! This class will introduce children to the history of cartooning with a focus on character design and concept. Students will learn how to draw basic human structures using simple shapes and will learn how to draw comic book characters in a variety of positions, expressing an assortment of emotions. Children will use their limitless imaginations as they create their own cartoon characters and comic strips/books while developing drawing techniques. Materials fee is included in the tuition.
Instructor: Celena Yussen
Time: 1 Week, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Dates: August 10 - 14, 2009
Member Tuition: $120
Non-member Tuition: $145
JUNKYARD TREASURES
CH22
Ages 6-10
Campers will create sculpture out of found objects, and in the process, learn the principles of design including color, shape and texture. Students will also create a spontaneous sculpture—which involves no planning—seeing what happens as they go. For inspiration, students will be introduced to the work of famous sculptors all of whom used found objects in their work. Materials fee is included in the tuition.
Instructor: Ellen Siergiej
Time: 1 Week, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Dates: August 10 - 14, 2009
Member Tuition: $120
Non-member Tuition: $145
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