We are proud to present camp sessions for ages 6–14 in a range of artistic disciplines. No matter what the interests of your child or teen may be, Montalvo has something to engage and inspire them. In a supportive environment, your child will learn to flex their creative muscles as they make new friends and discover unique ways of expressing themselves…all within the natural scenery and fresh air of our gorgeous grounds.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
We will not allow refunds/cancellations after the end of the day on Friday, May 13, 2022.
TO NOTE:
- All campers will be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to camp. Full vaccination means a final vaccine shot must have been administered at least 14 days prior to the event date. We will request proof of vaccination upon arrival at Montalvo on the first day of camp. The following will be accepted as proof of vaccination: vaccination card, photocopy of vaccination card, photo of vaccination card, or State of California digital vaccination card. The camper's name, date of birth, vaccine type/manufacturer, and dose date(s) must be clearly visible to be accepted.
- COVID-19 health guidelines may change prior to the start of camp. Please contact camp@montalvoarts.org with any questions you may have.
- Camp registration means you agree to our Anti-Bullying Policy and agree to our COVID-19 rules.
- Camps designated “ages 6–10” can accommodate older students but will feature a curriculum targeted towards a 6–10-year-old audience.
- No experience in the artistic discipline is necessary for any camp.
- All content is subject to change.
For more information, please e-mail camp@montalvoarts.org.
2022 Summer Camps:
One- and two-week camps are offered from June 13 – August 5, 2022.
Camps go on sale to Montalvo donors on Tuesday, February 8 at 10am.
To join and get early access, click here.
Public onsale is Tuesday, February 15 at 10am.
To join and get early access, click here.
Public onsale is Tuesday, February 15 at 10am.
2D ART
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ONE WEEK CAMP:
WHAT A RELIEF! INTRO TO PRINTMAKING JUNE 27–JULY 1 • 9AM–4PM • AGES 8–14 • $595 Create your own limited edition and one-of-a-kind prints using the method of relief printmaking! Relief printmaking is a form of printmaking in which the image to be printed is raised from the surface, similar to a stamp. Through step-by-step instruction, students will learn how to use simple objects to carve into a surface and create unique design prints. After mastering the basic concepts of etching and printing, young artists will collaborate on a final project that incorporates different printmaking styles through an imaginary narrative. |
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TWO WEEK CAMP:
DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS JULY 25–AUGUST 5 • 9AM–4PM (M-F) • AGES 6–10 • $1,000 Color, form, line, shape, texture, value, volume: these are the basic elements of all visual art. During this two-week camp session, students will go through step-by-step instruction over the fundamentals of painting and drawing. After mastering basic concepts including line, form, and color, they will move on to practice techniques such as shading, texture, and perspective to add dimension to their work. All the while, the young artists will hone their fine motor skills and enhance their work with vibrant imagination. By the end of camp, they will unveil their creations in a showcase for friends and family. |
MIXED MEDIA
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ONE WEEK CAMP:
CONSTRUCTING COMMUNITIES JUNE 27–JULY 1 • 9AM–4PM • AGES 9–14 • $595 Students will learn about mixed media art, reuse, and upcycling by building a world of their own: revitalizing materials whose purpose has seemingly reached its end and breathing new life into reclaimed cardboard, recycled plastics, textiles, and more. Young makers will then explore ideas around both the individual and the community while constructing models of their own ideal home, then coming together as a group to form their neighborhoods, exploring what community looks like. |
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TWO WEEK CAMP:
FASHION CAMP: DESIGN, UPCYCLE, AND MODEL JULY 11–22 • 9AM–4PM (M–F) • AGES 8–14 • $1,000 Aspiring designers will explore the world of contemporary and historical fibers, textiles, and styles to create their very own fashion collection! We'll craft upcycled apparel and sculptural objects while learning about different kinds of materials and creative methods. Students will try their hand at sewing, printing, weaving, and dyeing with natural and synthetic materials. Each designer will learn how to create their concepts, experiment with fabric manipulation, and showcase a portfolio of sketches, fabric designs, and collection inspirations. |
CULINARY
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TWO WEEK CAMP:
COOKING UP FUN JUNE 13–24 • 9AM–4PM (M-F) • AGES 6–10 • $1,000 Are you ready to dig into the culinary arts and learn how to make your own food? In this delicious camp, we will be exploring healthy eating and kitchen safety. Students will learn a variety of exciting recipes from around the world, as well as baking and cooking techniques. We will learn about where food comes from and be able to explore the grounds to find ingredients. Using crafts and games, students will learn about creating their own recipe. Students will be able to bring home most of the fabulous things they make, including a recipe book. Parents will be invited to join us for a meal on the last day of camp! NOTE: All of the cooking will be vegetarian. Please let us know if there are other dietary restrictions. |
3D & SCULPTURAL
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TWO WEEK CAMP:
CERAMICS: GET CREATIVE WITH CLAY JUNE 13–24 • 9AM–4PM (M-F) • AGES 10–14 • $1,000 Come join us in our open-space Creekside Studio as Montalvo relauches its ceramics program. In this two-week camps, young artists will explore the magic of clay through basic practices of pottery making, including wheel-throwing and hand building techniques. Taught by a skilled ceramic artist-instructor, campers will create their own masterpieces such as bowls, cups, and more. |
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TWO WEEK CAMP:
TREEHOUSE 101 JULY 11–22 • 9AM–4PM (M-F) • AGES 9–14 • $1,100 Learn the fundamental aspects of architecture through the design of a treehouse! Students will experience how to properly build a treehouse through designing, constructing, and learning safe tool handling. Working as a group, young builders will draw inspiration from diverse animals and geometric shapes in nature and delve into these concepts to complete the design of a final structure. |
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TWO WEEK CAMP:
SHAPE AND MOLD: INTRO TO SCULPTURE JULY 25–AUGUST 5 • 9AM–4PM (M-F) • AGES 9–14 • $1,000 Aspiring artists will gradually reveal sculptural forms from blocks of plaster, foam, and clay by using the methods of the additive and subtractive process. Students will learn how to build and layer materials to make simple to complex three-dimensional forms and shapes. As they selectively add and remove, students will master their carving and cutting skills and create original works of art. By the end of their experience, students will come away with an array of sculptures to present for their final exhibition. |
THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS
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TWO WEEK CAMP:
A CAMP OF WITCHCRAFT & WIZARDRY INSPIRED BY THE WORLD OF HARRY POTTER SESSION 1: JUNE 13–24 • 9AM–4PM (M-F) • AGES 8–12 • $1,200 Due to popular demand, we are pleased to offer two sessions of our wonderous Harry Potter-inspired camp. Come live out your fantasy as a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in this magical two-week camp. Imagine being sorted into your House, brewing a lucky potion, or even creating your very own wand! Each day is packed with creative craft projects and exciting ensemble-building activities, inspired by the wizarding world of the Boy Who Lived. Campers will also be rehearsing scenes from the beloved films to be showcased in a spellbinding performance at the end of camp for family and friends to enjoy! |
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ONE WEEK CAMP:
STORYTELLING: FAIRYTALE ADVENTURES JUNE 27–JULY 1 • 9AM–4PM • AGES 6–10 • $595 Come discover the enchanting world of storytelling like never before through the exploration of timeless fairy tales. In this one-week camp, young actors will learn the fundamentals of acting and presenting a story on stage. Under the direction of a Bay Area children's theatre veteran, actors will bring beloved storybook characters such Peter Pan, Wendy, Little Red, Dorothy, Jack, Rumplestilskin, and many more to life. This dynamic theatre camp will be topped off with a short play performance for family and a friends to watch. Let their first foray into the wonderful world of theatre be filled with fun, exploration, and pixie dust! |
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TWO WEEK CAMP:
MUSICAL THEATRE: BROADWAY TUNES JULY 11–22 • 9AM–4PM (M-F) • AGES 8–14 • $1,200 Musical overture playing, red curtain rising, and you in the spotlight! Join us for this fun theatre camp celebrating some of the best musical hits from Broadway. In this two-week summer session, stars-to-be will learn fun theatre games, basic vocal techniques, and exciting choreograghy set to showstopping showtunes. Under the guidance of a veteran Bay Area artist/instructor, young triple-threat actors will work collaboratively to tell a story through singing, dancing, and performance, culminating in a showcase at the end of camp for invited family and friends. |