
Summer Art Camp | Appalachian Arts & Crafts (Rising 9th - 12th grade)
Hands on summer art camp for rising 9th–12th graders exploring Appalachian craft traditions through vibrant painted barn quilts and basic weaving with natural materials. Build skills all week making reed baskets and needle felted landscape scenes.
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Hands-on teen summer camp exploring Appalachian folk arts through vibrant painted barn quilts and beginner weaving with natural materials. Build skills all week making reed baskets and needle felting a landscape in a museum classroom setting.

Hands-on teen summer camp exploring Appalachian folk arts through vibrant painted barn quilts and beginner weaving with natural materials. Build skills all week making reed baskets and needle felting a landscape in a museum classroom setting.
Hands-on teen summer camp exploring Appalachian folk arts through vibrant painted barn quilts and beginner weaving with natural materials. Build skills all week making reed baskets and needle felting a landscape in a museum classroom setting.

A kid-focused maker camp centered on hands-on clay building and creative studio time. Expect guided projects, playful experimentation with forms and texture, and a supportive introduction to working in a pottery studio.

A kid-focused maker camp centered on hands-on clay building and creative studio time. Expect guided projects, playful experimentation with forms and texture, and a supportive introduction to working in a pottery studio.
A kid-focused maker camp centered on hands-on clay building and creative studio time. Expect guided projects, playful experimentation with forms and texture, and a supportive introduction to working in a pottery studio.

Hands on metalsmithing and jewelry fabrication for youth 9 to 13, focusing on sawing, forming, polishing, and basic soldering in a supervised Torched AVL studio camp that emphasizes creativity and tool safety.

Hands on metalsmithing and jewelry fabrication for youth 9 to 13, focusing on sawing, forming, polishing, and basic soldering in a supervised Torched AVL studio camp that emphasizes creativity and tool safety.
Hands on metalsmithing and jewelry fabrication for youth 9 to 13, focusing on sawing, forming, polishing, and basic soldering in a supervised Torched AVL studio camp that emphasizes creativity and tool safety.

Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.

Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Intermediate sewing camp focused on building confidence with more advanced stitching and construction techniques in a hands-on classroom setting. A youth-friendly 4-H skill-building session led through N.C. Cooperative Extension in Haywood County.
Intermediate sewing camp focused on building confidence with more advanced stitching and construction techniques in a hands-on classroom setting. A youth-friendly 4-H skill-building session led through N.C. Cooperative Extension in Haywood County.
Intermediate sewing camp focused on building confidence with more advanced stitching and construction techniques in a hands-on classroom setting. A youth-friendly 4-H skill-building session led through N.C. Cooperative Extension in Haywood County.

Weeklong STEAM summer camp built around hands-on exploration of the natural world, chemistry activities, and introductory computer programming. Designed to support youth development and classroom success with age-range sessions including rising kindergarteners at a downtown science museum.

Weeklong STEAM summer camp built around hands-on exploration of the natural world, chemistry activities, and introductory computer programming. Designed to support youth development and classroom success with age-range sessions including rising kindergarteners at a downtown science museum.
Weeklong STEAM summer camp built around hands-on exploration of the natural world, chemistry activities, and introductory computer programming. Designed to support youth development and classroom success with age-range sessions including rising kindergarteners at a downtown science museum.

Drop in for a hands on studio art activity guided by museum staff, with prompts drawn from the permanent collection and current exhibitions. A relaxed, all ages making session where kids participate alongside an adult.

Drop in for a hands on studio art activity guided by museum staff, with prompts drawn from the permanent collection and current exhibitions. A relaxed, all ages making session where kids participate alongside an adult.
Drop in for a hands on studio art activity guided by museum staff, with prompts drawn from the permanent collection and current exhibitions. A relaxed, all ages making session where kids participate alongside an adult.
Hands-on beginner sewing camp covering machine basics and simple stitching skills while participants complete two easy take-home projects. Youth-focused 4-H program in a Cooperative Extension classroom setting with guided instruction.
Hands-on beginner sewing camp covering machine basics and simple stitching skills while participants complete two easy take-home projects. Youth-focused 4-H program in a Cooperative Extension classroom setting with guided instruction.
Hands-on beginner sewing camp covering machine basics and simple stitching skills while participants complete two easy take-home projects. Youth-focused 4-H program in a Cooperative Extension classroom setting with guided instruction.

Hands-on sewing camp for teens with guided instruction on machine setup, stitching techniques, and simple garment or accessory projects. Creative afternoons in a textile studio with plenty of practice time and peer camaraderie.

Hands-on sewing camp for teens with guided instruction on machine setup, stitching techniques, and simple garment or accessory projects. Creative afternoons in a textile studio with plenty of practice time and peer camaraderie.
Hands-on sewing camp for teens with guided instruction on machine setup, stitching techniques, and simple garment or accessory projects. Creative afternoons in a textile studio with plenty of practice time and peer camaraderie.

Hands-on eco printing on paper using plant pigments, mordants, and modifiers, with materials provided. Day two shifts to Coptic bookbinding for a multi signature journal with an exposed spine and clean, even stitching.

Hands-on eco printing on paper using plant pigments, mordants, and modifiers, with materials provided. Day two shifts to Coptic bookbinding for a multi signature journal with an exposed spine and clean, even stitching.
Hands-on eco printing on paper using plant pigments, mordants, and modifiers, with materials provided. Day two shifts to Coptic bookbinding for a multi signature journal with an exposed spine and clean, even stitching.
Hands-on beginner crochet instruction culminating in a simple potholder project during a one-day camp. Hosted at the N.C. Cooperative Extension Haywood County Center with a practical, kid friendly learning vibe.
Hands-on beginner crochet instruction culminating in a simple potholder project during a one-day camp. Hosted at the N.C. Cooperative Extension Haywood County Center with a practical, kid friendly learning vibe.
Hands-on beginner crochet instruction culminating in a simple potholder project during a one-day camp. Hosted at the N.C. Cooperative Extension Haywood County Center with a practical, kid friendly learning vibe.

Hands-on drop-in collage making using discarded library books and assorted craft supplies to create a one-of-a-kind mixed-media piece. A sustainable, low-pressure community craft session in the library community room with materials provided.

Hands-on drop-in collage making using discarded library books and assorted craft supplies to create a one-of-a-kind mixed-media piece. A sustainable, low-pressure community craft session in the library community room with materials provided.
Hands-on drop-in collage making using discarded library books and assorted craft supplies to create a one-of-a-kind mixed-media piece. A sustainable, low-pressure community craft session in the library community room with materials provided.

Fast-paced summer camp where ages 8–16 learn improv games, character building, and collaborative sketch writing to think on their feet and land punchlines. Emphasis on teamwork, spontaneity, and onstage confidence in a youth theater setting.

Fast-paced summer camp where ages 8–16 learn improv games, character building, and collaborative sketch writing to think on their feet and land punchlines. Emphasis on teamwork, spontaneity, and onstage confidence in a youth theater setting.
Fast-paced summer camp where ages 8–16 learn improv games, character building, and collaborative sketch writing to think on their feet and land punchlines. Emphasis on teamwork, spontaneity, and onstage confidence in a youth theater setting.

Hands-on textile summer camp where kids explore the journey from farm fibers to finished fabric through playful weaving, dyeing, and simple sewing projects. Emphasis on sustainability, creativity, and making skills in a community studio setting.

Hands-on textile summer camp where kids explore the journey from farm fibers to finished fabric through playful weaving, dyeing, and simple sewing projects. Emphasis on sustainability, creativity, and making skills in a community studio setting.
Hands-on textile summer camp where kids explore the journey from farm fibers to finished fabric through playful weaving, dyeing, and simple sewing projects. Emphasis on sustainability, creativity, and making skills in a community studio setting.

An intensive two-week, hands-on bootcamp focused on traditional seat weaving and chair caning techniques. Build practical repair skills with guided instruction in a dedicated weaving studio in Weaverville.

An intensive two-week, hands-on bootcamp focused on traditional seat weaving and chair caning techniques. Build practical repair skills with guided instruction in a dedicated weaving studio in Weaverville.
An intensive two-week, hands-on bootcamp focused on traditional seat weaving and chair caning techniques. Build practical repair skills with guided instruction in a dedicated weaving studio in Weaverville.
Practical guidance for navigating the Southern Highland Craft Guild jury process, with tips on applications, presentation, and expectations. A career-focused session for working artists and makers held at the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Practical guidance for navigating the Southern Highland Craft Guild jury process, with tips on applications, presentation, and expectations. A career-focused session for working artists and makers held at the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Practical guidance for navigating the Southern Highland Craft Guild jury process, with tips on applications, presentation, and expectations. A career-focused session for working artists and makers held at the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.
Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.
Hands-on Turkish mosaic lamp making with colorful glass tiles arranged into intricate patterns, then assembled into a glowing tabletop lamp. A guided art masterclass geared toward beginners and anyone wanting a take-home functional craft.
Hands-on Turkish mosaic lamp making with colorful glass tiles arranged into intricate patterns, then assembled into a glowing tabletop lamp. A guided art masterclass geared toward beginners and anyone wanting a take-home functional craft.
Hands-on Turkish mosaic lamp making with colorful glass tiles arranged into intricate patterns, then assembled into a glowing tabletop lamp. A guided art masterclass geared toward beginners and anyone wanting a take-home functional craft.

Hands-on cyanotype sun printing with leaves, flowers, and other natural objects arranged on light-sensitive paper and developed in sunlight. Free, all-ages, drop-in art making in a library community room with no registration required.

Hands-on cyanotype sun printing with leaves, flowers, and other natural objects arranged on light-sensitive paper and developed in sunlight. Free, all-ages, drop-in art making in a library community room with no registration required.
Hands-on cyanotype sun printing with leaves, flowers, and other natural objects arranged on light-sensitive paper and developed in sunlight. Free, all-ages, drop-in art making in a library community room with no registration required.
Hands-on ceramic painting session where you design and hand-paint a bowl or plate at your own pace. A relaxing, beginner-friendly workshop with all materials provided, ideal for casual creativity and learning basic techniques.
Hands-on ceramic painting session where you design and hand-paint a bowl or plate at your own pace. A relaxing, beginner-friendly workshop with all materials provided, ideal for casual creativity and learning basic techniques.
Hands-on ceramic painting session where you design and hand-paint a bowl or plate at your own pace. A relaxing, beginner-friendly workshop with all materials provided, ideal for casual creativity and learning basic techniques.