2D and Mixed Media Programs - 蜜桃直播 /program/arts-focus/2d-mixed-media/ California Art Boarding High School Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:55:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 /wp-content/uploads/2023/08/cropped-favicon-32x32.png 2D and Mixed Media Programs - 蜜桃直播 /program/arts-focus/2d-mixed-media/ 32 32 Memory and Place: Alternative Photography /programs/memory-and-place-alternative-photography/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:18:42 +0000 /?post_type=program&p=24517 Instructor: N墨a MacKnight (Anishinaabe/Lakh贸ta/Scottish)

This class will explore visual narrative techniques through alternative, experimental photography processes while drawing inspiration from the local ecologies of Idyllwild.

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Native Art

Memory and Place: Alternative Photography

18+

Instructor: N墨a MacKnight (Anishinaabe/Lakh贸ta/Scottish)

This class will explore visual narrative techniques through alternative, experimental photography processes while drawing inspiration from the local ecologies of Idyllwild.

Dates

June 22 – 26, 2026
One week session

Final Culmination

Student Exhibition
Friday, June 26, 2026 at 4:00PM
Parks Exhibition Center

Ages

18+

Tuition, Room and Board

$1,875

Day Student Tuition

$1,010

Lab Fee

$45

Application Fee

$50

Skill Level

All levels

Enrollment Capacity

8 students

Overview

Through the exploration of both analogue and digital photography, you鈥檒l develop a body of work that abstracts notions of self, memory, and place. This approach will allow you to explore and learn the foundations of photography while experimenting with a range of alternative photographic techniques, including cyanotypes, anthotypes, collage, and photographic transfers on various materials. To further examine the role of memory and place, you鈥檒l spend time outdoors, interacting with local histories and ecologies. This is an opportunity for you to bring personal objects that symbolize aspects of your identity and digital files of archival family photographs to build your personal narratives. By the end of our week together, you鈥檒l develop a body of work that abstracts notions of self, memory, and place.

Additional Information

N墨a MacKnight (Anishinaabe/Lakh贸ta/Scottish) is a lens based artist/photographer/educator based in Tongva Territory (Los Angeles, California). Her approach to environmental portraiture is informed by the poetics of daily life and the materiality of ancestral memory. Turning to the paradigms of her Anishinaabe/Lakh贸ta/Scottish ancestry, MacKnight explores narratives of migration and self-determination within urban modes of existence. By blending conceptual and documentary genres through site specific works, she examines the home as a site for healing and transformation. N墨a attended the San Francisco Art Institute and holds a Bachelors in Psychology from California State University and a Master鈥檚 in Social and Cultural Analysis in Education from California State University, Long Beach

Your lab fee covers supplies for printing (film) and art supplies.

  • Digital Camera
  • Memory Card
  • Memory Card Reader (recommended)
  • A digital dSLR or mirrorless camera 
  • Closed toed shoes for walking around in nature, hat and water bottle.

Your workshop starts at 9 a.m. each day. Lunch is served from 12 to 1 p.m. Workshops resume at 1 p.m. and wrap up at 4 p.m. Dinner is served from 5 to 7 p.m. You are welcome to join evening programming led by other adult art programs.


NOTE: Some instructors allow for after-hour work sessions. If the instructor(s) is/are willing and present in the classroom, you can work on your pieces after 4 pm.

Generous donors have made scholarships and fellowships for adult workshops available on a limited basis for these specific groups:

1) Native American Community Leaders, Artists, Members, and Teachers.
2) Southern California professors, and graduate students.

Scholarships include workshop tuition, dorm housing, and all meals provided by the campus dining service. 

Please note: Transportation to and from campus is not provided. Registration and Lab Fees are also not included in scholarship awards.

Scholarship Details:
1) Native American Community Members, Leaders, Artists, and Teachers

For adults 18 and older with current tribal affiliation or proof of descent. This scholarship intends to support the traditional transference of knowledge in Indigenous communities. The scholarship welcomes community leaders, artists, members, and educators to workshops at 蜜桃直播 to benefit both the scholarship recipient and those in their schools or tribal home communities. Applicants must explain how this opportunity will enhance their understanding of Indigenous arts and their potential benefits to their home community(s). Applicants with financial needs may receive priority. We also offer scholarships for Native American Teens for both the 蜜桃直播 Program and the Academy.

2) Southern California professors, and graduate students
For adults 18 and older who are current teachers in lower and higher education who will benefit from learning about Native American Arts and Culture to take back into the classroom as well as currently enrolled graduate students. The scholarship is designed to provide professional development for those in education to share with their learning communities.

Click for more information about adult scholarships.

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]]> Northwest Coast Paddle Making /programs/northwest-coast-paddle-making/ Wed, 19 Nov 2025 23:53:25 +0000 /?post_type=program&p=24515 Instructor: James Johnson (Tlingit)

This workshop will introduce you to and get you started on your journey to make a Northwest Coast inspired rowing paddle utilizing methods, techniques and philosophies rooted in Tlingit culture. This intensive learning experience will highlight wood carving techniques and Northwest Coast line-drawing traditions.

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Northwest Coast Paddle Making

18+

Instructor: James Johnson (Tlingit)

This workshop will introduce you to and get you started on your journey to make a Northwest Coast inspired rowing paddle utilizing methods, techniques and philosophies rooted in Tlingit culture. This intensive learning experience will highlight wood carving techniques and Northwest Coast line-drawing traditions.

Dates

June 22 – 26, 2026
One week session

Final Culmination

Student Exhibition
Friday, June 26, 2026 at 4:00PM
Parks Exhibition Center

Ages

18+

Tuition, Room and Board

$1,875

Day Student Tuition

$1,010

Lab Fee

$150

Application Fee

$50

Skill Level

All levels

Enrollment Capacity

10 students

Overview

Canoe a媒谩a 鈥減addles play a central role in many maritime Northwest Coast traditions. In Tlingit society, they articulate travel both physical and metaphorical. Paddles are used for the practical purpose of rowing but also in ceremonial dance and symbolic acts and events, such as entering another peoples鈥 territory. In this workshop, you’ll learn to carve, sand, and oil a paddle using yellow cedar. All paddles will be fully functional and will range from 3-6 feet in length, depending on personal preference. James will include a session on the traditional use of tools in addition to carving instruction. Students will learn about both traditional and contemporary pigments used to adorn the paddles, employing Northwest Coast line drawing techniques.

Additional Information

James Johnson (Tlingit) 聽is an Award Winning Tlingit Artist and Carver, born and raised in Juneau, AK.聽He belongs to the Tlingit Ch鈥櫭k鈥 Dakl鈥檃weidi Clan (Eagle Killerwhale).聽James is a multi-disciplinary artist but specializes in Tlingit formline design, with a focus on traditional wood carving.聽Carving is an integral part of the preservation of Tlingit history and culture. 鈥淐arving is our visual language that represents who the Tlingit people are, and how we live in balance with all things.鈥 James鈥檚 contemporary practice builds upon an indigenous artistic continuum while honoring the culture and its rich traditions.

James is nationally recognized with many awards as well as having work included in the collections of multiple museums and institutions.聽He also carries his culture forward with global brand collaborations including Vans, Lib-Tech snowboards, Volcom, Smartwool, Yeti, and Google.聽Through his work, he also supports Native Youth programs in his hometown in Alaska. His late father, Franklin Johnson, first encouraged him to begin carving.聽James has now dedicated his life to perpetuating the Tlingit art form, honoring his ancestors through his work.

Your lab fee includes one plank of yellow cedar, use of wood caring tools, paints, brushes and paper

  • Personal set of crooked carving knives and adzes.

Your workshop starts at 9 a.m. each day. Lunch is served from 12 to 1 p.m. Workshops resume at 1 p.m. and wrap up at 4 p.m. Dinner is served from 5 to 7 p.m. You are welcome to join evening programming led by other adult art programs.


NOTE: Some instructors allow for after-hour work sessions. If the instructor(s) is/are willing and present in the classroom, you can work on your pieces after 4 pm.

Generous donors have made scholarships and fellowships for adult workshops available on a limited basis for these specific groups:

1) Native American Community Leaders, Artists, Members, and Teachers.
2) Southern California professors, and graduate students.

Scholarships include workshop tuition, dorm housing, and all meals provided by the campus dining service. 

Please note: Transportation to and from campus is not provided. Registration and Lab Fees are also not included in scholarship awards.

Scholarship Details:
1) Native American Community Members, Leaders, Artists, and Teachers

For adults 18 and older with current tribal affiliation or proof of descent. This scholarship intends to support the traditional transference of knowledge in Indigenous communities. The scholarship welcomes community leaders, artists, members, and educators to workshops at 蜜桃直播 to benefit both the scholarship recipient and those in their schools or tribal home communities. Applicants must explain how this opportunity will enhance their understanding of Indigenous arts and their potential benefits to their home community(s). Applicants with financial needs may receive priority. We also offer scholarships for Native American Teens for both the 蜜桃直播 Program and the Academy.

2) Southern California professors, and graduate students
For adults 18 and older who are current teachers in lower and higher education who will benefit from learning about Native American Arts and Culture to take back into the classroom as well as currently enrolled graduate students. The scholarship is designed to provide professional development for those in education to share with their learning communities.

Click for more information about adult scholarships.

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]]> Inventor’s Shed /programs/inventors-shed/ Fri, 26 Sep 2025 21:45:00 +0000 /?post_type=program&p=24019 Teen artists transform the Creative Technology Lab into their personal 鈥淚nventor鈥檚 Shed,鈥 where they鈥檒l explore digital fabrication, rapid prototyping, and hands-on design through projects that blend art, technology, and imagination. No prior experience is required, just curiosity and a willingness to build, experiment, and innovate.

*This is a Teen program and will follow those guidelines outlined in our FAQ section.

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Inventor's Shed

14 鈥 17*

Teen artists transform the Creative Technology Lab into their personal 鈥淚nventor鈥檚 Shed,鈥 where they鈥檒l explore digital fabrication, rapid prototyping, and hands-on design through projects that blend art, technology, and imagination. No prior experience is required, just curiosity and a willingness to build, experiment, and innovate.

*This is a Teen program and will follow those guidelines outlined in our FAQ section.

Dates

June 28 鈥 July 4, 2026
One-week session

Final Culmination

Student Exhibition
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Lower IA Hall

Ages

14 鈥 17

Residential Student Cost

(includes tuition, room & board, and all fees)
$2,750

Day Student Cost

(includes tuition and all fees)
$1,450

Learn more about our

Skill Level

All levels

Enrollment Capacity

8 Students

(Total Capacity includes Residential and Day Students)

Overview

Inventor鈥檚 Shed invites young makers to step into the world of design, prototyping, and invention. Over the course of one week, students will learn to use cutting-edge tools in the Creative Technology Lab, including 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC machines, alongside traditional design methods like sketching and model-making. Guided by faculty, participants will design original projects that may range from wearable tech to interactive sculptures, sustainable product prototypes, musical instruments, or imaginative gadgets.

Each day balances structured skill-building workshops with open lab time for students to bring their own ideas to life. Along the way, students develop creative problem-solving skills, learn to collaborate, and gain confidence in turning ideas into tangible prototypes. The week concludes with a public exhibition where students showcase their inventions to peers, family, and the wider community.

*The final culmination is Friday afternoon, with Saturday being a move-out day.

Additional Information

This program does not require any type of assessment or portfolio to get into the program. Instructors will work with your child at their level. Your child will improve and learn new skills, whether they are a beginner or have been an artist for years.

-A refillable water bottle
-Comfortable clothing for studio work
-Sturdy closed-toed shoes (required in the lab)
-Notebook/sketchbook and pencils/pens
-Personal laptop or tablet for design work (optional)

Morning (9:00am鈥12:00pm): Hands-on workshops in Creative Tech (3D design, fabrication, coding basics, prototyping methods)

Afternoon (1:00鈥4:00pm): Studio lab time for personal projects, one-on-one mentoring, and collaboration

Evening (Residential students): Community activities and outdoor recreation

Nathaniel Ober is a sound-based installation artist living and working in Yucca Valley, CA. With a creative practice spanning installation, sculpture, sound, digital prototyping, fabrication, astrophysics and the sciences, Ober’s work is heavily inspired by, and often in collaboration with, the natural world and gives voice to the landscapes that surround us. His work has been featured at the San Fransisco Center for New Music, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, Parque Explora in Medell铆n Colombia, Arteles Creative Center in Finland, International Symposium on Electronic Art, as well as leading education and research programs in several universities and has been awarded many residencies across the globe. Ober holds an MFA from the Digital Arts + New Media program at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and a BFA from the Columbus College of Art and Design.

Check out our Kids & Teens FAQ’s to learn more about summer programs

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]]> Photography for Junior Artists /programs/photography-for-junior-artists/ Fri, 26 Sep 2025 21:28:32 +0000 /?post_type=program&p=24014 Get a hands-on introduction to the technical and creative foundations of black-and-white photography. Using a pinhole camera, 35mm camera, and large-format 4x5 camera, you鈥檒l learn how to control exposure through aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. You鈥檒l shoot on black-and-white film, process it by hand using traditional chemical methods, and produce gelatin silver prints in the darkroom. Along the way, you'll develop a working knowledge of light metering, depth of field, and contrast control.

*This is a Junior Artists program and will follow those guidelines outlined in our FAQ section.

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Photography for Junior Artists

10 鈥 13*

Get a hands-on introduction to the technical and creative foundations of聽 black-and-white photography. Using a pinhole camera, 35mm camera, and large-format 4×5 camera, you鈥檒l learn how to control exposure through aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. You鈥檒l shoot on black-and-white film, process it by hand using traditional chemical methods, and produce gelatin silver prints in the darkroom. Along the way, you’ll develop a working knowledge of light metering, depth of field, and contrast control.聽

*This is a Junior Artists program and will follow those guidelines outlined in our FAQ section.

Class Dates & Time

June 28 鈥 July 4, 2026
One-week session

Final Culmination

Student Exhibition
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 4:00pm
Cedar, Children’s Center

Ages

10 鈥 13

Residential Student Cost

(includes tuition, room & board, and all fees)
$2,725

Day Student Cost

(includes tuition and all fees)
$1,425

Learn more about our 

Skill Level

All levels

Enrollment Capacity

8 students

(Total Capacity includes Residential and Day Students)

Overview

In this fast-paced, hands-on week of photography, you鈥檒l go beyond just pointing and shooting and learn to truly understand how a camera sees. From vintage viewing systems to modern digital sensors, we鈥檒l explore how camera types, lenses, and settings all shape your final image.

You鈥檒l dive into the mechanics of shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and focal length, unpacking how each element affects light, motion, depth, and clarity. We鈥檒l experiment with tilt-shift lenses, explore depth of field, and learn how tools like light meters and the Sunny 16 rule can help you nail exposure, even without a screen.

But photography isn鈥檛 just science鈥攊t鈥檚 vision. Alongside the technical training, we鈥檒l study the art of image-making: composition, color, space, and the subtle impact of light. Whether you鈥檙e capturing a fleeting moment or building a precise frame, this workshop will give you the skills to create with both intention and imagination.

No prior experience is necessary, just curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to slow down, experiment, and learn through process.

*The final culmination is Friday afternoon, with Saturday being a move-out day for residential students.

Additional Information

Our Visual Arts classes do not require any type of assessment or portfolio to get into the program. Instructors will work with your child at their level. Your child will improve and learn new skills whether they are a beginner or have been an artist for years.

-A refillable water bottle
-Comfortable clothes that can get messy
-Sturdy closed-toed shoes
-If you have a 35mm film camera, please bring it with you. We have a limited number of cameras available to loan to students who need one.

Phones and other electronic devices are not allowed during class time in Children’s Center. Day students should not bring a personal device. Residential students should leave devices in their dorm room, or will turn in their device to the teacher during instructional time.

Each weekday, students begin with a photography demonstration and a short lecture to introduce the day鈥檚 techniques and creative goals. Following the morning discussion, students head out into nature or work in the studio for a daily photoshoot. The day concludes with editing and traditional darkroom printing.聽

Your student will be following this basic schedule each weekday:

Day students should be dropped off at Children鈥檚 Center between 8:15 鈥 8:25 am
(breakfast is not included for day students)

Residential Students will be walked to breakfast as a group and then to Children鈥檚 Center

8:30 am: Morning Sing/Greeting
9:00 am 鈥 11:20 am: Morning Classes (snack provided)
11:30 am 鈥 12:15 pm: Lunch in the Dining Hall (provided for residential and day students)
12:30 pm 鈥 3:45 pm: Afternoon Classes (snack provided)

Day students should be picked up from Children鈥檚 Center at 4:00 pm.

Residential students will be walked as a group to afternoon activities with the RA鈥檚.

Day students will be allowed to use the pool on Tuesday 鈥 Friday from 4:00 鈥 5:45 pm with the supervision of a parent or guardian. (Enrolled children only, please. No siblings or friends.) Lifeguards will be present.

Born and raised in Idyllwild, California, Shaunna Lehr earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Portrait Photography from Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara in 2009. During her time at Brooks, she had the opportunity to study under and assist several renowned photographers, including Nick Decker, Joyce Wilson, Ralph Clevenger, and Christopher Broughton.While living in Santa Barbara, Shaunna worked as a journal photographer for Seasons Magazine, where her photography was regularly featured. Her work has also been exhibited in galleries, including Gallery 27 in Santa BarbaraShaunna’s training spans traditional black-and-white film and digital photography, with extensive experience using 35mm, medium format, and large format film. In addition to her analog expertise, she is well versed in digital photography and post-processing using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.

Check out our Kids & Teens FAQ鈥檚 to learn more about our summer programs

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*This is a Junior Artists program and will follow those guidelines outlined in our FAQ section.

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Junior Inventor's Shed

10 鈥 13*

Explore digital fabrication, rapid prototyping, and hands-on design through projects that blend art, technology, and imagination. No prior experience is required, just curiosity and a willingness to build, experiment, and innovate.

*This is a Junior Artists program and will follow those guidelines outlined in our FAQ section.

Dates

July 5 鈥 July 11, 2026
One-week session

Final Culmination

Student Exhibition
Friday, July 10, 2026 at 4:30pm
Lower IA Hall Patio

Ages

10 鈥 13

Residential Student Cost

(includes tuition, room & board, and all fees)
$2,750

Day Student Cost

(includes tuition and all fees)
$1,450

Learn more about our

Skill Level

All levels

Enrollment Capacity

8 Students

(Total Capacity includes Residential and Day Students)

Overview

Inventor鈥檚 Shed invites young makers to step into the world of design, prototyping, and invention. Over the course of one week, students will learn to use cutting-edge tools in the Creative Technology Lab, including 3D printers and laser cutters, alongside traditional design methods like sketching and model-making. Guided by faculty, participants will design original projects that may range from wearable tech to interactive sculptures, sustainable product prototypes, musical instruments, or imaginative gadgets.

Each day, the program balances structured skill-building workshops with open lab time, allowing students to bring their own ideas to life. Along the way, students develop creative problem-solving skills, learn to collaborate, and gain confidence in turning ideas into tangible prototypes. The week concludes with a public exhibition where students showcase their inventions to peers, family, and the wider community.

*The final culmination is Friday afternoon, with Saturday being a move-out day for residential students.

Additional Information

This program does not require any type of assessment or portfolio to get into the program. Instructors will work with your child at their level. Your child will improve and learn new skills, whether they are a beginner or have been an artist for years.

-A refillable water bottle
-Comfortable clothing for studio work
-Sturdy closed-toed shoes (required in the lab)
-Notebook/sketchbook and pencils/pens
-Personal laptop or tablet for design work (optional)

Phones and other electronic devices are not allowed during class time in Children’s Center. Day students should not bring a personal device. Residential students should leave devices in their dorm room, or will turn in their device to the teacher during instructional time.

Your student will be following this basic schedule each weekday:

Day students should be dropped off at Children鈥檚 Center between 8:15 鈥 8:25 am (breakfast is not included for day students)

Residential Students will be walked to breakfast as a group and then to Children鈥檚 Center

8:30 am: Morning Sing/Greeting
9:00 am 鈥 11:20 am: Morning Classes (snack provided)
11:30 am 鈥 12:15 pm: Lunch in the Dining Hall (provided for residential and day students)
12:30 pm 鈥 3:45 pm: Afternoon Classes (snack provided)

Day students should be picked up from Children鈥檚 Center at 4:00 pm.

Residential students will be walked as a group to afternoon activities with the RA鈥檚.

Day students will be allowed to use the pool on Tuesday 鈥 Friday from 4:00 鈥 5:45 pm with the supervision of a parent or guardian. (Enrolled children only, please. No siblings or friends.) Lifeguards will be present.

Nathaniel Ober is a sound-based installation artist living and working in Yucca Valley, CA. With a creative practice spanning installation, sculpture, sound, digital prototyping, fabrication, astrophysics and the sciences, Ober’s work is heavily inspired by, and often in collaboration with, the natural world and gives voice to the landscapes that surround us. His work has been featured at the San Fransisco Center for New Music, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, Parque Explora in Medell铆n Colombia, Arteles Creative Center in Finland, International Symposium on Electronic Art, as well as leading education and research programs in several universities and has been awarded many residencies across the globe. Ober holds an MFA from the Digital Arts + New Media program at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and a BFA from the Columbus College of Art and Design.

Check out our Kids & Teens FAQ’s to learn more about summer programs

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]]> Drawing & Sculpture for Junior Artists /programs/drawing-sculpture-for-junior-artists/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 23:43:48 +0000 /programs/drawing-sculpture-for-junior-artists/ Discover the beauty of the mountains as your creativity comes alive in the forest. Each day, you鈥檒l spend half your time learning the fundamentals of drawing, exploring traditional techniques that will help you see the world in new ways. The other half of the day will be dedicated to sculpture, where you鈥檒l design and build imaginative three-dimensional artworks inspired by nature and your own creativity.

*This is a Junior Artists program and will follow those guidelines outlined in our FAQ section.

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Drawing & Sculpture for Junior Artists

10 鈥 13*

Discover the beauty of the mountains as your creativity comes alive in the forest. Each day, you鈥檒l spend half your time learning the fundamentals of drawing, exploring traditional techniques that will help you see the world in new ways. The other half of the day will be dedicated to sculpture, where you鈥檒l design and build imaginative three-dimensional artworks inspired by nature and your own creativity.

*This is a Junior Artists program and will follow those guidelines outlined in our FAQ section.

Class Dates & Time

June 28 鈥 July 11, 2026
Two-week session

Final Culmination

Student Exhibition
Friday, July 10, 2026 at 4:00pm
Lower Art Pad, Children’s Center

Ages

10 鈥 13

Residential Student Cost

(includes tuition, room & board, and all fees)
$5,250

Day Student Cost

(includes tuition and all fees)
$2,650

Learn more about our 

Skill Level

All levels

Enrollment Capacity

24 students (split into two classes of 12 students each)

(Total Capacity includes Residential and Day Students)

Overview

As you explore the woods, you鈥檒l learn how to capture what you see through drawing鈥攚hether it鈥檚 the forest around you, quick sketches of your classmates, or studies of master artists鈥 works. Along the way, you鈥檒l discover how to show movement, volume, and depth, and how line, shading, and even playful scribbles can bring your art to life. Guided exercises and fun activities will help you develop your own artistic voice and creative confidence.

Then, you鈥檒l use sculpture to learn how to use relationships, size, texture, and positive and negative space to express your ideas. Build with wax, clay, plaster, wire, wood, foam and papier-mach茅. Draw inspiration for your unique structures from organic forms and natural materials from the forest. Be prepared for fun in the third dimension.

The class will be divided into two sections: One half will go to Drawing and the other to Sculpture, spending half of the day learning each of the two disciplines. Students will then switch places after lunch. Please note that any friends coming together can opt to be in the same section. 

*The final culmination is Friday evening, with Saturday being a move-out day for residential students.

Additional Information

Our Visual Arts classes do not require any type of assessment or portfolio to get into the program. Instructors will work with your child at their level. Your child will improve and learn new skills whether they are a beginner or have been an artist for years.

-A refillable water bottle
-Comfortable clothes that can get messy
-Sturdy closed-toed shoes
-An apron or large, button up shirt to wear over your clothes

Drawing Materials
-Sketchbook (9″脳12″, spiral-bound, medium weight paper鈥攇ood for pencil and light ink)

-Drawing pencils (set of HB, 2B, 4B, 6B for value range)

-Kneaded eraser (for light lifting and highlights)

-White plastic eraser (for clean corrections)

-Pencil sharpener (manual, with shavings catcher for outdoor use)

-Black ink pens or fine liners (optional鈥攊ntroduction to line variety)

-Ruler (12″ for perspective and proportion exercises)

Phones and other electronic devices are not allowed during class time in Children’s Center. Day students should not bring a personal device. Residential students should leave devices in their dorm room, or will turn in their device to the teacher during instructional time.

Your student will be following this basic schedule each weekday:

Day students should be dropped off at Children鈥檚 Center between 8:15 鈥 8:25 am
(breakfast is not included for day students)

Residential Students will be walked to breakfast as a group and then to Children鈥檚 Center

8:30 am: Morning Sing/Greeting
9:00 am 鈥 11:20 am: Morning Classes (snack provided)
11:30 am 鈥 12:15 pm: Lunch in the Dining Hall (provided for residential and day students)
12:30 pm 鈥 3:45 pm: Afternoon Classes (snack provided)

Day students should be picked up from Children鈥檚 Center at 4:00 pm.

Residential students will be walked as a group to afternoon activities with the RA鈥檚.

Day students will be allowed to use the pool on Tuesday 鈥 Friday from 4:00 鈥 5:45 pm with the supervision of a parent or guardian. (Enrolled children only, please. No siblings or friends.) Lifeguards will be present.

Saturday classes are at the discretion of the teacher. Some programs will meet on the Saturday between the two week session. Please watch out for more information from the teacher. Sundays are off for everyone, with no mandatory classes held.

Stefania Ford is a ceramic artist and teacher living in the Coachella Valley. Originally from Michigan, Ford attended Washington University in St. Louis where she received her fine arts degree in sculpture. Ford then worked as a public artist around the country, creating large scale ceramic sculpture and tile installation art. Ford moved to California to work with non-profit arts organization Tools for Tomorrow, and then became the art director and ceramic instructor for Old Town Artisan Studios. After studying for a masters in education, Ford became a full time art educator within Desert Sands Unified School District, where she currently teaches high school art and ceramics. Ford has been a part of 蜜桃直播 蜜桃直播 Program since 2009 and is thrilled to be back again for another wonderful summer of intensive arts education. 

Benjamin Morales is a community-based painter and teaching artist who believes in the power of creativity to inspire and heal. His work draws on cultural traditions and aesthetics as a way to encourage others to embrace their own heritage and artistic voice. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Benjamin is dedicated to engaging communities through the arts and fostering lifelong learners. Recognized with grant awards for his community-based projects, he continues to guide youth in Los Angeles through the mural-making process as part of the Mural Workforce Academy at the Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory, helping young artists build skills, confidence, and pride while contributing to their community.

Check out our Kids & Teens FAQ鈥檚 to learn more about our summer programs

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Enjoy an immersive calligraphy journey as you explore a broad range of tools, materials, and techniques, from historic to contemporary, with expert guidance throughout.

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Adult Arts Center

Exploring Calligraphy

18+

Instructor: Rick Paulus

Enjoy an immersive calligraphy journey as you explore a broad range of tools, materials, and techniques, from historic to contemporary, with expert guidance throughout.

Dates

June 8 鈥 12, 2026
One week session

Final Culmination

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Parks Exhibition Center

Ages

18+

Tuition, Room, and Board

$1875

Day Student Tuition

$1010

Lab Fee

$50

Application Fee

$50

Skill Level

Beginner (some experience) – Advanced

Enrollment Capacity

Enrollment is limited to 12 students

Overview

Throw off your mooring lines and set sail on a calligraphic adventure with former White House chief calligrapher, Rick Paulus!

Intrigued by calligraphy? This workshop, through the introduction of a wide range of studio skills, tools, and materials, will help you to better understand the influences that inspire the modern calligrapher.

Beginning with a unique and entertaining tour through human history from the eyes of a calligrapher, we will explore the concept of lettering, its place in society, and how it has evolved over the millennia. It is with this inspiration that we break out the tools and begin our hands-on exploration! Experience for yourself how wonderful it feels to write with an actual turkey quill and ground pigment on real vellum; feel the meditative peace one slips into when focused only on the pen, paper, and ink as they merge at the tip of your pen. Using our explorations into the past as a springboard, we will then leap forward into the 21st century, using modern tools, materials, techniques, and inspiration to create expressive letters. Under Rick鈥檚 gentle guidance, these experiences will leave you a much more informed and confident calligrapher as you move forward in your artistic journey.

Additional Information

Rick Paulus has been a calligrapher and a teacher for over forty years. In 1998, he was appointed chief calligrapher of the White House, where he remained for two presidents until, in 2006, he left Washington, DC to explore new adventures in nature and in art. Today, when not enjoying calligraphic explorations in his studio on the shores of Buzzards Bay in Massachusetts, Rick enthusiastically shares the knowledge he gained through many years of studio production and artistic experimentation with students, young and old alike.

This colorful class covers a broad-range of calligraphy styles and methods, requiring many different tools and mediums, including; pointed pens, broad-edge pens, ruling pens, monoline pens, turkey quills, gouache, watercolor, color ink, black ink, fine pigments, lots and lots of paper, and vellum, all of which will be covered by the lab fee and provided by your instructor.

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]]> Turning the Page: Altered Books /programs/turning-the-page-altered-books/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 22:33:45 +0000 /?post_type=program&p=23991 Instructor: Cat Orlando
Transform old books into unique works of art by turning their pages into a canvas for self-expression. Explore mixed media techniques including collage, painting, cutting, folding, stamping, layering, and journaling.

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Adult Arts Center

Turning the Page: Altered Books

18+

Instructor: Cat Orlando

Transform old books into unique works of art by turning their pages into a canvas for self-expression. Explore mixed media techniques including collage, painting, cutting, folding, stamping, layering, and journaling.

Class Dates & Time

June 20, 2026
One-day session

Final Culmination

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Location TBD

Ages

18+

Day Student Tuition

$475

Lab Fee

$30

Application Fee

$50

Skill Level

All levels

Enrollment Capacity

Enrollment is limited to 10 students

Overview

Looking to explore a fun and expressive art form? Discover the art of altered books by transforming old pages into a canvas for self-expression. Explore mixed media techniques such as collage, painting, cutting, folding, stamping, layering, and journaling. This process is a powerful tool for healing, reflection, and renewal. Come as you are and leave with a beautiful masterpiece that carries your story and your art.

Additional Information

Cat Orlando has a degree in art with an emphasis on three dimensional design. She has been teaching at 蜜桃直播 蜜桃直播 Program since 2000. She is a lover of all art mediums and for over 30 years has enjoyed teaching others the joy and satisfaction that comes from diving in and learning a new art form!

Includes all materials and the use of tools.

  • Refillable water bottle to stay hydrated
  • Seat cushion for added comfort (we will be sitting most of the day)
  • Hardcover book to alter (optional)
  • Personal items such as papers, photos, or mementos to make your piece uniquely yours (optional)
  • Favorite tools, if desired, such as:
  • Scissors
  • Knife
  • Straight edge
  • Pens or pencils
  • Clearly label any personal items with your name

We鈥檒l spend the day working on our pieces, beginning at 9:00 a.m. each morning. After a midday lunch break, sessions continue into the afternoon and wrap up by early evening, just before dinner.


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]]> Mindful Mosaics /programs/mindful-mosaics/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 22:09:10 +0000 /?post_type=program&p=23986 Instructor: Cat Orlando
In this two-day workshop, create your own mosaic using vibrant colored glass. Learn how to design, cut, and arrange your pieces on a chosen surface, resulting in a one-of-a-kind work of art.

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Adult Arts Center

Mindful Mosaics

18+

Instructor: Cat Orlando

In this two-day workshop, create your own mosaic using vibrant colored glass. Learn how to design, cut, and arrange your pieces on a chosen surface, resulting in a one-of-a-kind work of art.

Dates

June 13 鈥 June 14, 2026
Two-day session

Final Culmination

Sunday, June 14th, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Location TBD

Ages

18+

Day Student Tuition

$875

Lab Fee

$70

Application Fee

$50

Skill Level

All levels

Enrollment Capacity

Enrollment is limited to 10 students

Overview

Discover peace through pieces as you design and create your own mosaic. Choose from a variety of substrates such as wooden boxes, trays, and shapes, then select your glass colors to bring your vision to life. You鈥檒l learn how to cut and adhere the glass, and on the final day, grout and seal your finished piece. Your beautiful mosaic will be ready to take home and enjoy for years to come.

Additional Information

Cat Orlando has a degree in art with an emphasis on three dimensional design. She has been teaching at 蜜桃直播 蜜桃直播 Program since 2000. She is a lover of all art mediums and for over 30 years has enjoyed teaching others the joy and satisfaction that comes from diving in and learning a new art form!

Includes colored glass, substrates and the use of tools and materials.

  • Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated.
  • A seat cushion is recommended for added comfort, as much of the day will be spent sitting while you work.
  • Class tools will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. Suggested personal tools include an oil-fed glass cutter, glass snips, a glass cutting tray, and a straight edge. Please be sure to clearly label all personal tools with your name.

We鈥檒l spend the day working on our pieces, beginning at 9:00 a.m. each morning. After a midday lunch break, sessions continue into the afternoon and wrap up by early evening, just before dinner.


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]]> Cane & Rush Seat Weaving /programs/cane-and-rush-seat-weaving/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:14:16 +0000 /?post_type=program&p=23979 Instructor: David Johnson
Discover the art of traditional seat weaving as you learn to hand cane a patterned frame and rush weave a small footstool. The class also includes tips on selecting and shopping for used chairs to restore.

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Adult Arts Center

Cane & Rush Seat Weaving

18+

Instructor: David Johnson

Discover the art of traditional seat weaving as you learn to hand cane a patterned frame and rush weave a small footstool. The class also includes tips on selecting and shopping for used chairs to restore.

Dates

June 22 – June 26, 2026
One week session

Final Culmination

Friday, June 26, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Parks Exhibition Center

Ages

18+

Tuition, Room, and Board

$2,195

Day Student Tuition

$1,185

Lab Fee

$140

Application Fee

$50

Skill Level

All levels

Enrollment Capacity

Enrollment is limited to 10 students

Overview

Students will acquire knowledge of two of the oldest and most prevalent seat weaving techniques: hand cane and rush. Once you know these patterns, you will be prepared to buy chairs in thrift stores and garage sales and bring new life to them. I will provide guidance on the factors to consider when shopping.

For rush, students will be provided with a small oak foot stool to weave a seat using paper fiber rush. Prior to weaving, students are encouraged, but not obligated, to paint, finish, or decorate their foot stools outside of class hours. Paint may be provided by the students or purchased from the school Bookstore.

The hand cane will be constructed on frames provided for the students. Once completed, these frames will serve as valuable references for weaving cane seats.

Additional Information

David Johnson graduated from The College of the Redwoods Fine Woodworking Program in 1997 studying under James Krenov. Self taught as a seat weaver from the definitive book on the subject, The Caner鈥檚 Handbook, David later worked for its author at The Caning Shop in Berkeley, CA before going out on his own as Sidecar Furniture in 2005.

A regular contributor to Fine Woodworking magazine and featured in Craft in America鈥檚 Craft Video Dictionary for hand caning David teaches weaving at various art and woodworking institutions.

  • Small hammer
  • Nail set
  • Scissors or floral shears that can cut at the tips
  • Screwdriver with 录鈥 flat tip
  • Ice pick or thin awl
  • Paint and materials for decorating your stool if you like, or you can keep it natural wood
  • Small frame for weaving cane onto
  • Cane for weaving
  • Small oak footstool for rush weaving 
  • Paper fiber rush


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]]> Drawing & Painting for Junior Artists /programs/drawing-painting-for-junior-artists/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 17:30:32 +0000 /programs/drawing-painting-for-junior-artists-2/ Discover traditional and non-traditional ways to create and think about art in this exciting, hands-on combination summer camp session! Use your own creativity to develop your personal style.
*This is a Junior Artists program and will follow those guidelines outlined in our FAQ section.

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蜜桃直播

Drawing & Painting for Junior Artists

10 鈥 13*

Discover traditional and non-traditional ways to create and think about art in this exciting, hands-on combination summer camp session! Use your own creativity to develop your personal style.

*This is a Junior Artists program and will follow those guidelines outlined in our FAQ section.

Dates

July 12 鈥 July 25, 2026
Two-week session

Final Culmination

Student Exhibition
Friday, July 24, 2026 at 4:00pm
Lower Art Pad, Children鈥檚 Center

Ages

10 鈥 13

Residential Student Cost

(includes tuition, room & board, and all fees)
$5,250

Day Student Cost

(includes tuition and all fees)
$2,650

Learn more about our

Skill Level

All levels

Enrollment Capacity

24 Students
(Total Capacity includes Residential and Day Students. Students will be split into two sections of 12 students each.)

Overview

From painting with acrylics and watercolors to drawing with graphite, charcoal, and ink, campers in this dynamic workshop will spend a full two weeks exploring a wide variety of creative techniques and materials for making art. They鈥檒l experiment with color mixing, oil pastels, grids, contour drawing, portrait projection, collage, batik, figure drawing, and even sketching outdoors. Along the way, they鈥檒l gain hands-on experience with both traditional and experimental approaches. Most importantly, your child will be encouraged to explore their own creative process, build confidence in their abilities, and discover new ways to express themselves as an artist. 

The class will be divided in half into two sections: one half will go to Painting and the other to Drawing, spending half of the day learning each of the two disciplines. Students will then switch places after lunch. Please note that any friends coming together can opt to be in the same section.

*The final culmination is Friday, with Saturday being a move-out day for residential students.

Additional Information

Our Visual Arts classes do not require any type of assessment or portfolio to get into the program. Instructors will work with your child at their level. Your child will improve and learn new skills whether they are a beginner or have been an artist for years.

-Sketchbook (9″x12″ or larger, spiral-bound preferred)
-Pencils (drawing pencils, HB鈥6B if possible, plus a sharpener)
-Erasers (kneaded eraser and white plastic eraser)
-Brush set (a few flat and round brushes, suitable for watercolor and acrylic)
-Water container (plastic cup or jar)
-Comfortable clothes that can get messy (an apron or oversized shirt works well)
-Reusable water bottle (to stay hydrated during outdoor activities)

Phones and other electronic devices are not allowed during class time in Children鈥檚 Center. Day students should not bring a personal device. Residential students should leave devices in their dorm room, or will turn in their device to the teacher during instructional time.

Your student will be following this basic schedule each weekday:

Day students should be dropped off at Children鈥檚 Center between 8:15 鈥 8:25 am (breakfast is not included for day students)

Residential Students will be walked to breakfast as a group and then to Children鈥檚 Center

8:30 am: Morning Sing/Greeting
9:00 am 鈥 11:20 am: Morning Classes (snack provided)
11:30 am 鈥 12:15 pm: Lunch in the Dining Hall (provided for residential and day students)
12:30 pm 鈥 3:45 pm: Afternoon Classes (snack provided)

Day students should be picked up from Children鈥檚 Center at 4:00 pm.

Residential students will be walked as a group to afternoon activities with the RA鈥檚.

Day students will be allowed to use the pool on Tuesday 鈥 Friday from 4:00 鈥 5:45 pm with the supervision of a parent or guardian. (Enrolled children only, please. No siblings or friends.) Lifeguards will be present.

Saturday classes are at the discretion of the teacher. Some programs will meet on the Saturday between the two week session. Please watch out for more information from the teacher. Sundays are off for everyone, with no mandatory classes held.

Benjamin Morales is a community-based painter and teaching artist who believes in the power of creativity to inspire and heal. His work draws on cultural traditions and aesthetics as a way to encourage others to embrace their own heritage and artistic voice. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Benjamin is dedicated to engaging communities through the arts and fostering lifelong learners. Recognized with grant awards for his community-based projects, he continues to guide youth in Los Angeles through the mural-making process as part of the Mural Workforce Academy at the Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory, helping young artists build skills, confidence, and pride while contributing to their community.

Kendric Stern is an artist and educator living in the Coachella Valley of Southern California. Born and raised in the area by two teachers, sharing education has always been an important part of his life. Stern studied Sculpture at the University of Colorado Boulder, focusing in production of large scale metal works, improvisational instruments and performance art. Introduced to music as a young child, Stern strongly believes in music as a form of community and self care. Stern has volunteered teaching music lessons in the community for nearly two decades. He has also worked for the Desert Sands Unified School District as a guest educator, sharing visual and musical arts with students of all ages. Stern has worked with non-profit organization Old Town Artisan Studios, where he filled the role of studio technician, helping manage studio operations and facilitating art education for specialized populations. Stern began work with 蜜桃直播 summer program in 2017 as a teaching assistant and returned again in 2018 as a visual arts instructor.

Check out our Kids & Teens FAQ’s to learn more about summer programs

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]]> WarBird Press Screen Printing Workshop /programs/warbird-press-screen-printing-workshop/ Mon, 03 Feb 2025 20:51:47 +0000 /?post_type=program&p=22116 Instructor: Jacob Meders (Mechoopda/Maidu)
This workshop, led by master screen printer Jacob Meders, introduces the art of screen printing with a focus on cultural identity and altered perceptions of place. Participants will develop their own designs using 2-D principles, create a matrix for screen exposure, and experiment with techniques like Rubylith cutting. This hands-on experience includes printing on paper, fabric, and t-shirts, allowing for an interdisciplinary exploration of personal and cultural expression.

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Native Art

WarBird Press Screen Printing Workshop

18+

Instructor: Jacob Meders (Mechoopda/Maidu)

This workshop, led by master screen printer Jacob Meders, introduces the art of screen printing with a focus on cultural identity and altered perceptions of place. Participants will develop their own designs using 2-D principles, create a matrix for screen exposure, and experiment with techniques like Rubylith cutting. This hands-on experience includes printing on paper, fabric, and t-shirts, allowing for an interdisciplinary exploration of personal and cultural expression.

Dates

June 15 – 19, 2026
One week session

Final Culmination

Friday, June 19, 2026
Parks Exhibition Center
@ 4:00 PM

Tuition, Room and Board

$1,875

Day Student Tuition

$1,010

Lab Fee

$65

Application Fee

$50

Skill Level

All levels

Enrollment Capacity

Enrollment is limited to 12 students

Overview

Your instructor, Jacob Meders, is a master screen printer whose work focuses on altered perceptions of place, culture, and identity built on the assimilation and homogenization of Indigenous people. Meders will lead you in activities to develop design concepts for your prints as well as instructions on 2-D principles that will allow you to create your own design that you will develop into a matrix to expose on a screen. 

You will have the opportunity to learn the basics of printing with your screen on paper and other materials before printing on a t-shirt. Additional techniques will also be explored such as rubylith cutting among others. This workshop will allow you to dive into your own design creation in an interdisciplinary approach that will allow you to print designs from your own culture and artistically address the world we live in.

Additional Information

Jacob Meders is a member of the Mechoopda Indian Tribe of Chico Rancheria, California. He presently lives in Phoenix, Arizona. Jacob possesses a BFA in painting with a minor in printmaking from Savannah College of Art and Design and a MFA in printmaking at Arizona State University. In 2011 Jacob established WarBird Press, a fine art printmaking studio that he operates as the Master Printmaker in Phoenix, AZ. Currently Jacob also is an Associate Professor in the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences at Arizona State University, Glendale, AZ.

Website:

Instagram: @warbirdpress

Facebook:

Your lab fee includes the use of professional printing paper, inks, tools, pencils, paints and more!

Optional:

鈥added seat cushion for comfort

鈥lip on lamp for extra lighting

鈥eading glasses if necessary for fine work

Your workshop starts at 9 a.m. each day. Lunch is served from 12 to 1 p.m. Workshops resume at 1 p.m. and wrap up at 4 p.m. Dinner is served from 5 to 7 p.m. You are welcome to join evening programming led by other adult art programs.

NOTE: Some instructors allow for after-hour work sessions. If the instructor(s) is/are willing and present in the classroom, you can work on your pieces after 4 pm.

Generous donors have made scholarships and fellowships for adult workshops available on a limited basis for these specific groups:

1) Native American Community Leaders, Artists, Members, and Teachers.
2) Southern California professors, and graduate students.

Scholarships include workshop tuition, dorm housing, and all meals provided by the campus dining service. 

Please note: Transportation to and from campus is not provided. Registration and Lab Fees are also not included in scholarship awards.

Scholarship Details:
1) Native American Community Members, Leaders, Artists, and Teachers

For adults 18 and older with current tribal affiliation or proof of descent. This scholarship intends to support the traditional transference of knowledge in Indigenous communities. The scholarship welcomes community leaders, artists, members, and educators to workshops at 蜜桃直播 to benefit both the scholarship recipient and those in their schools or tribal home communities. Applicants must explain how this opportunity will enhance their understanding of Indigenous arts and their potential benefits to their home community(s). Applicants with financial needs may receive priority. We also offer scholarships for Native American Teens for both the 蜜桃直播 Program and the Academy.

2) Southern California professors, and graduate students
For adults 18 and older who are current teachers in lower and higher education who will benefit from learning about Native American Arts and Culture to take back into the classroom as well as currently enrolled graduate students. The scholarship is designed to provide professional development for those in education to share with their learning communities.

Click for more information about adult scholarships.

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