SUMMER
CREATIVITY
CAMPS
at Sisters Art Works
Fun-filled sessions of art, music, and self-expression for students in grades 4 - 12. Camp registration open on March 4!
Campfire Classics:
Strumming & Singing
July 13-17 • Mornings
Join Ellie Vita for a week of singing and playing classic campfire songs. Think, "Country Roads," "Home on the Range," "Deep in the Heart of Texas," and other famous tunes. Campers don't need to have any experience with string playing. The "Mini-Guitars" (Baritone Ukuleles) will be provided for camp use. This is a camp for starting strings with a good amount of singing. The week will end with a sing-along around the campfire.
Age Group: Grades 5 & 6
Hours: 9 am - 12 pm
Participants: Maximum of 15
Tuition: $150*
Gnome Home
Builders Camp
July 13-17 • Afternoons
In this camp led by Amy Dart, campers design and construct imaginative miniature homes for forest gnomes using natural materials, simple tools, and lots of creativity. This hands-on camp blends art, engineering, and storytelling as students plan, build, problem-solve, and collaborate. Emphasis is placed on creativity, craftsmanship, and working with what nature provides—no glitter or pre-made kits required.
Age Group: Grades 5 - 9
Hours: 1 pm - 4 pm
Participants: Maximum of 15
Tuition: $150*
Build A Band
with Darrell Cosden
July 20-24 • Mornings
This camp is for students comfortable on their acoustic stringed instrument and fluid in the common major and minor chords found in popular music. Campers should be playing their instrument(s) several times a week and be looking to take on new challenges, such as songwriting and ensemble work. Small groups will work on custom song arrangements, solos, harmonies, and improvisation. Campers must bring their own instrument and spare strings.
Age Group: Grades 8 - 12
Hours: 9 am - 12 pm
Participants: Maximum of 15
Tuition: $150*
Painting & Mixed Media: Exploring Canvas
July 20-24 • Afternoons
Instructor Judy Rosenthal invites students to experiment, take creative risks, and develop their own artistic voice in this class. Working primarily on canvas, students will explore both acrylic and watercolor techniques while learning how different materials interact and layer together. Students will learn basic composition, color blending, and expressive techniques, while having plenty of freedom to follow their own ideas.
Age Group: Grades 5 - 9
Hours: 1 pm - 4 pm
Participants: Maximum of 15
Tuition: $150*
SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE
We're proud to offer partial scholarships to qualifying families to ensure no child is prevented from participating due to financial barriers. This tuition support is available through the SFF Presents scholarship fund, which provides scholarships for graduating Sisters High School seniors and enables pay what you can access to many of our programs. Scholarships can be requested during registration.
* Minimum Tuition: $30
Didgeri-DOO It!
with Sky Guasco
July 27-31 • Mornings
Didgeri-what?! This summer, young musicians are invited to explore rhythm, creativity, and culture with this one-of-a-kind musical experience. Open to all music lovers — no prior experience required — campers will be introduced to the powerful sounds and ancient history of the didgeridoo through hands-on creation, learning, movement, and play. Campers will learn basic didgeridoo techniques, explore rhythm and breath control, and discover how music can tell stories and bring people together. Activities will be engaging and rooted in respect for the instrument’s cultural origins.
Age Group: Grades 5 - 8
Hours: 9 am - 12 pm
Participants: Maximum of 15
Tuition: $150*
Felt It! Fiber Art Fun
with Judy Rosenthal
July 27-31 • Afternoons
Get ready to squish, poke, roll, and create! In this hands-on felting class, students will dive into the colorful world of fiber art using both wet felting and needle (dry) felting techniques. We’ll turn fluffy wool into art as we create fun felted paintings and sculptures! This class is all about experimenting with a variety of techniques, working with armatures, and letting creativity lead the way. No experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to try something new! We will end our week with a gallery-like showing of our works with friends and family.
Age Group: Grades 5 - 9
Hours: 1 pm - 4 pm
Participants: Maximum of 15
Tuition: $150*
Community Mural Camp
with Amy Dart
August 3-7 • Mornings
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In this outdoor, hands-on art camp, students will work together to plan, design, and paint a mural that reflects the landscapes, values, and creative spirit of our beautiful backyard in Sisters. Guided step-by-step, students will learn how murals are created — from brainstorming and sketching to scaling designs and painting collaboratively. This camp emphasizes teamwork, creative problem-solving, and pride in contributing to a shared community artwork. Come dressed for painting!
Age Group: Grades 5 - 9
Hours: 9 am - 12 pm
Participants: Maximum of 15
Tuition: $150*
REGISTRATION QUESTIONS?
Please reach out to Ruth Williams at ruth@sffpresents.org with camp inquiries.
Meet the Instructors
