Summer 2012 : smARTworks
Join PNCA for our smARTworks Summer Day Camps!
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smARTworks is an engaging art experience that helps children and teens increase their understanding of what art can be. Utilizing a rigorous yet fun curriculum informed by the Reggio Emilia idea of investigative inquiry and play, students learn key concepts and artistic principles. Emphasis is placed on collaboration and the cultivation of a students natural gifts’.
Around the World with Art
Week 1: July 9 – 13,
Forests and Jungles
From the Amazon to the old growth forest of Russia, join us as we travel around the world to discover people, places, and things.
Week 2: July 16 – 20,
Frozen Lands
It may be cold out there, but that won’t stop us from making art about the awesome creatures and amazing cultures that
traverse the snow and ice.
Week 3: July 23 – 27,
Desert Worlds
Humans have a long and amazing history born from the deserts of planet earth. Create art that explores the people and history of these places.
Week 4: July 30 – August 3,
Oceans and Island Life
What lands lie beyond the great waters. Explore different island landscapes and cultures as you navigate the ocean.
Students build their skills, knowledge and confidence in art making through the use of BFA student-grade art materials. From paper and paints to clay and kilns, our students have access to the high quality art materials and facilities PNCA has to offer. smARTworks experienced and supportive staff and faculty is comprised of working artists and educators, the majority of which have worked with the program for three years or more. Our Staff and Faculty are deeply invested in maintaining the tenets of the Youth Program and serving the college’s mission of fostering the next generation of artists.
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Tuition + Registration
Cost for one full week, all day smARTworks: $340 ($250 tuition + $90 program fee) for one week. First week, July 5-8, tuition is discounted by 15%. All registrants receive a camp t-shirt. Fresh organic snacks from local growers provided throughout the day. Students must bring their own sack lunch. Scholarships are available for all Youth Program courses including smARTworks. Please call 503.821.8967 for an application and information. Application deadline: April 27, 2011.
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For Ages 4-6
smArtexplorers: 9:30-11:30am
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smARTexplorers, designed for young children, combines fun and learning in the visual arts based around a weekly theme. Sessions begin with an animated discussion about a particular story or legend or prompt to spark creative ideas, followed by hands-on projects. Imagination and sensory awareness are encouraged through activities with materials such as paint, clay, paper, charcoal and pastels. All materials are provided.
Students must meet the minimum age requirement by the first day of class.
Facilities
smARTworks is located within PNCA’s main campus in the Goodman Building at 1241 NW Johnson Street. smARTworks’ classrooms and communal spaces are located in a secure area on the upper level of the building. This location allows students access to the college’s many resources including the Library, Computer Arts Center, Printmaking Studio and Ceramic Labs.
Before + After Care
smARTworks staff provide supervised care between the hours of 8–9am and 4–5pm free of charge. During camp hours several staff members are on site to ensure the safety and security of all students on campus. During smARTwork’s before and after care students’ stay in our communal camp space, where they can continue to work on projects, create artwork with provided materials, and any number of additional activities.
Snacks
We work to provide your children and all program participants with snacks that are fresh, organic, and locally grown whenever possible. Organic fruit is procured from local cooperative grocers. Dry snacks are low in sugar and sodium. We also offer peanut-free options, and work with families to create a modified snack schedule for those students who have diabetes or diet-related considerations.
