Arts Summer Camps
WEEK 1
July 7-11 | Weekly Rate: $390.00 |
Programs Running:
| Ages: 6-14 |
Time: 9:00-4:00 | |
Weekly Theme: Animal Kingdom | |
WEEK 2
July 14-18 | Weekly Rate: $390.00 |
Programs Running:
| Ages: 6-14 |
Time: 9:00-4:00 | |
Weekly Theme: Medieval Times | |
WEEK 3
July 21-25 | Weekly Rate: $390.00 |
Programs Running:
| Ages: 6-14 |
Time: 9:00-4:00 | |
Weekly Theme: Around the World in 5 Days | |
WEEK 4
July 28-Aug 1 | Weekly Rate: $390.00 |
Programs Running:
| Ages: 6-14 |
Time: 9:00-4:00 | |
Weekly Theme: Time Travellers | |
WEEK 5
August 5-8 * 4-day week due to Civic Holiday | Weekly Rate: $312.00 |
Programs Running:
| Ages: 6-14 |
Time: 9:00-4:00 | |
Weekly Theme: Winter Wonderland | |
WEEK 6
August 11-15 | Weekly Rate: $390.00 |
Programs Running:
| Ages: 6-14 |
Time: 9:00-4:00 | |
Weekly Theme: The Olympics | |
WEEK 7
August 18-22 | Weekly Rate: $390.00 |
Programs Running:
| Ages: 6-14 |
Time: 9:00-4:00 | |
Weekly Theme: Beach Party Bash | |
Arts Camp participants will enjoy a refreshing mix of specialised arts instruction and traditional day camp activities including archery, arts and crafts, water games, hiking, campfire, theme day activities, special guests and more. Our Arts Camp will share their time between our beautiful 50-acres of outdoor space, and our newly renovated indoor facilities. All Arts Camp participants will be provided with a delicious and nutritious lunch in our indoor cafeteria.
Cartooning
Campers of all ages will love this program designed to allow participants to explore their creativity while experimenting with a range of cartooning and comic creation techniques.
Our qualified arts specialists will introduce campers of all artistic abilities and experience levels to the skills required to produce hand-drawn animated images. Campers will learn to tell stories through a range of cartooning skills. Participants will have the opportunity to see their imagination come to life throughout the week as they work to develop their skills and explore their own creativity. Campers will have the opportunity to show off their creations at our end of the week campfire. Back to top
Sketching
Campers who love to draw will get to unleash their creativity through realistic sketching lessons.
The workshops provided during this program will expose campers to a variety of sketching mediums used to create pieces of work influenced by different styles of sketching including still life, portraits, landscapes and more. At the end of the week, campers will have the beginnings of a well-rounded portfolio and get to share their hard work with fellow campers and camp staff at our camp wide campfire. Back to top
Sculpture
Artistic campers who enjoy getting messy and working with their hands will love this hands-on sculpting program.
Campers participating in our sculpture program are in for a engaging pottery experience. These campers will get to explore a variety of different sculpture materials led by our speciality artist. Throughout the week, all campers will go through the process of designing, creating, glazing, their own pieces, learning skills that they can continue to nurture at home. Campers will get to share their work with the rest of the campers at our Friday Campfire. All sculpture pieces created at camp will be sent home at the end of the week! Back to top
Watercolour
Welcome to the wonderful world of watercolour painting. A favourite amongst our arts staff!
Our specialist leading this program will focus on teaching the skills and techniques used to successfully create beautiful works of watercolour. Taking inspiration from the beautiful landscape around camp, campers will have the opportunity to test out their new skills in a variety of watercolour paintings. Appropriate for new and experienced painters! Back to top
MIXED MEDIA
Camp Laureate’s Mixed Media Art program gives campers an opportunity to try a wide variety of different art avenues.
This program blends instruction, exploration and creativity and provides a wonderful experience for campers of all ages. Our resident artists are ready to provide a range of artistic experiences for campers of all ability levels to build and develop their skills. Our goal for this camp is for campers to be exposed to different artistic mediums that they may not have used before, as well as create pieces that involve multiple mediums. Campers will have fun exploring all this program has to offer! At the end of the week, campers will get to share their art with fellow campers and staff at our week ending campfire. Back to top
Painting
Join us for this beloved painting program, led by our wonderful and highly experienced painting specialists.
Throughout the week campers will be given specialized instruction to help them develop their painting techniques. Campers will spend their time in our professional art studio creating a wide variety of art pieces using different painting mediums such as acrylic and oil-based paints. Our low camper to staff ratio will ensure that all campers will receive personalized feedback to help the young artists develop their own unique painting styles. By the end of the week, campers will have the beginnings of a diverse painting portfolio. All campers enrolled in the painting program will have the opportunity to show off their talents to the other campers and staff at the end of week campfire. Back to top
Photography
Our one-of-a-kind photography program has been designed to allow both beginner and experienced photography enthusiasts to have fun and learn new skills.
This program is run by our onsite photography instructor who will teach campers how to use the different functions of a digital DSLR camera. Instruction will be provided for campers of all ages to learn how to share their vision by practicing the steps to set up the perfect shot and testing different angles to snap beautiful photos. By the end of the week campers will have a photography portfolio that they can be proud to show off! With a special focus on the wonderful nature around us on our beautiful 50-acres of land backing onto the Bruce Trail, young photographers will be surrounded by inspiration and stunning landscapes. At the end of the week, photography campers’ photos will be shared via Cloud storage.
**Campers registered in this program may have their photos taken as part of the learning experience. These photos will be shared with other campers and their families enrolled in this program along with other photos taken. Back to top
Scrapbooking
Our scrapbooking camp is a delightful and creative experience for all arts campers!
We are proud to bring back our scrapbooking program. Designed by our arts specialist, this program allows campers the opportunity to get creative and learn new skills to take their scrapbooking to the next level. Campers will learn new techniques in layouts, composition, and balance, while working with a variety of hands-on tools and materials. Scrapbooking participants will learn how to add dimension to their work using embellishments, stickers and more! Campers will have to opportunity to share their work with their peers at the end of week campfire! Back to top
Discovery Arts
A hands-on and nature-based art program for all aspiring young artists.
This program strives to bring the outside, inside. Discovery Arts encourages young artists to explore and appreciate the natural world while expressing themselves through various artistic mediums involving nature. This program fosters a sense of connection to the environment and promotes creative thinking with found materials. Campers will love to explore all that our amazing 50-acre property has to offer and are sure to find inspiration to help them create unique pieces of art. Back to top
MURAL MAKING
New for 2025! One Week ONLY! Unleash your creativity at our mural making summer camp!
Join us for an unforgettable summer experience where art comes to life! Our Mural Making program invites young artists to explore the world of large-scale art by designing, painting, and creating vibrant murals. Whether your camper is a beginner or a budding pro, this hands-on camp will help build their skills while working alongside fellow artists.
Throughout the program, campers will learn about color theory, design principles, and the art of storytelling through murals—all while making a mark in our Camp Laureate space. At the end of the week, campers will not only have gained a wealth of artistic knowledge, but will also leave behind a lasting piece of art to be proud of. Back to top
PRINT MAKING
New for 2025! One Week ONLY! Explore the art of printmaking at Camp Laureate!
Get ready to make your mark this summer at our Printmaking program! Designed for young artists, this hands-on camp offers an introduction into the world of printmaking, where creativity meets craftsmanship. Whether your camper is a beginner or has experience, they will learn various printmaking techniques and create unique works of art.
Throughout the program, campers will experiment with color, pattern, and design, discovering how to transform ideas into printed masterpieces. Camper will work with our arts specialists and explore how art can be shared and multiplied through printmaking methods. Back to top
DIY
New for 2025! One Week ONLY! Get Creative with our DIY program!
This summer, it’s all about hands-on fun and endless creativity with our brand-new DIY program! Perfect for kids and teens, this camp is packed with exciting, do-it-yourself projects that spark imagination and build new skills. From upcycling old materials into something brand new or building something of their own design, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Guided by our experienced art specialists, Arts campers will learn various DIY techniques. Camper will love learning how to turn everyday materials into one-of-a-kind creations while building confidence and problem-solving skills.
By the end of the week, campers will have a collection of handmade projects and the knowledge to continue crafting at home. Back to top
Explore All Our Summer Camps
Aftercare will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Aftercare hours are 4:00-5:30pm. The fee for aftercare is $15 per day, which includes a light snack.
