AMOCA's Clay Camp 2013

June 3 – June 28

Ages 8-16

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We believe all kids deserve the chance to discover who they are and what they can achieve with clay. AMOCA’s Clay Camp is designed as an introduction to ceramics for kids’ ages 8-16. Each session offers different projects that will be completed in just five days. Each camp is a standalone experience and includes learning, fun, and a chance to try new things. You may sign up for one session or more.

Camps begin June 3 and continue through June 28. Class enrollment is limited to 12 for the hand-building and 6 for the wheel-throwing. Sign up early! Each session includes the following: an AMOCA Clay Camp t-shirt, a tour of the museum, tips from artists, snacks, and lab fees. Number of projects varies between each student.

Camp sessions are listed chronologically. Each camp session is 3 hours long. Parents are welcomed to sign up their children for a half day or a full day. The half day sessions run from 9AM to Noon and then from 1PM to 4PM.  The full day sessions run from 9AM to 4PM. Parents of the half day campers are welcome to register for Lunchtime Activities. Lunchtime activities include supervision during lunch, and a game or movie to accompany the morning session. Lunchtime supervision is included in the price of full day camps, so no need to register for the Lunchtime Activities in that case.

Schedule

June 3rd to June 7th

Viva Mexico, 9AM to Noon
Contemporary Art, June 3rd to June 7th, 1PM to Noon

June 10th to June 14th

Musical Instruments, 9AM to Noon
German Folk Art, 1PM to 4PM

June 17th to June 21st

Wheel-Throwing for Teens! 9AM to Noon
Native American, 9AM to Noon
Wheel-Throwing for Teens! 1PM to 4PM
*SOLD OUT* Animal Making, 1PM to 4PM *SOLD OUT*

June 24th to June 28th

China, 9AM to Noon

Antiquities, 1PM to 4PM

Each session includes the following: a sketch book, AMOCA t-shirt, a tour of the museum, tips from artists, snacks, and lab fees. Number of projects varies between each student.

Camp Descriptions

Camp sessions are listed chronologically. Each camp session is 3 hours long. Parents are welcomed to sign up their children for a half day or a full day. The half day sessions run from 9AM to Noon and then from 1PM to 4PM.  The full day sessions run from 9AM to 4PM. Parents of the half day campers are welcome to register for Lunchtime Activities. Lunchtime activities include supervision during lunch, and a game or movie to accompany the morning session. Lunchtime supervision is included in the price of full day camps, so no need to register for the Lunchtime Activities in that case.

Viva Mexico - Explore several regions of Mexico such as Oaxaca, Jalisco, and the state of Mexico through ceramic art. Each area is known for a different art style. Projects include tiles, skulls, and candelabras!

Contemporary Art - Examine modern art techniques for example surrealism, abstract, and expressionism. Projects include masks, jar heads, and molded poles.

Musical Instruments - Make music using clay! Projects include ocarinas, rain sticks, and udu drums!

German Folk Art - Interpret German folktales though ceramic art! Projects include steins for hot chocolate, gnome heads, and more!

Native American - Survey several of the Native American art traditions from different USA regions such as the North West and the South West. Projects include totem poles, Mimbre bowls, and shield necklaces!

Wheel-Throwing for Teens!  - For teens, ages 13 and older, who are ready for the challenges of the potter’s wheel! This session provides an introduction to wheel throwing. The focus will be on basic cylinder and bowl forms. Projects based on the kids! Max 6 students.

*SOLD OUT* Animal Making - Create your own artwork that is influenced by the animal around us! Projects include plates, animal dwellings, and more! *SOLD OUT*

Wheel-Throwing for Teens!  - For teens, ages 13 and older, who are ready for the challenges of the potter’s wheel! This session provides an introduction to wheel throwing. The focus will be on basic cylinder and bowl forms. Projects based on the kids! Max 6 students.

China - Discover a variety of Chinese history and culture through art! Projects include dragon masks, bronze vessels, and good luck charms!

Antiquities - Travel back in time with us to learn about past civilizations. Projects include a Viking helmet, cave art, and metates!

Fee Schedule

The more sessions you register for, the more you save! Please note, paid events are eligible for a refund only with a 7 day advanced cancellation notice. 

Registration Form

Questions?

Contact our Education Coordinator, Angie Reyes:

909-865-3146 ext. 105

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Clay Camp Exhibition Reception

July 13, 2013 6pm-8:30pm
Started in the summer of 2012, AMOCA's Clay Camp, with the help of dedicated volunteers and teachers, has been a successful program. The program brings ceramic art experiences into the hands and minds of children. Clay Campers are able to explore a multitude of cultures and locations, whether it be regions in Mexico, the United States’ Southwest, countries in Asia, or ancient civilizations. We invite you to take a look at the artwork that will be produced at the studio during the month of June.

Meet the Teachers: