Our Summer Camp registration IS OPEN!

Join us at Hands Create Art Studio for our Colorful Fine Art Summer Camps!

🖌️ Weekly art adventures guided by experienced art educators!
🎨 Explore painting, drawing, fiber arts, clay, printmaking & more!
🌎 Inspired by famous artists + global art cultures!
🎉 2D + 3D masterpieces your young artist will be proud of!

📍 Located in The Arboretum Shopping Center, South Charlotte
🗓️ Weekly sessions June–August
🖼️ All supplies included – just bring your imagination!

✨ Spots fill fast—register today!

If your child is within 3 months of minimum age by the start date of our weekly camp, call 704.814.0404 for camp options.

Week 1 - June 8-12 'INTO THE WOODS!

Experienced art educators will guide young artists to explore forest-inspired themes through fiber art, printmaking, paper mâché, and mixed media. Students will study natural textures, patterns, and colors found in woodland environments while creating imaginative works of art. This camp encourages observation, creativity, and a deeper appreciation for nature through art.

Rising 1st-6th grade – Tuition for the week is $350 ($75 deposit/$275 balance charged May 8th)

8:30am-12:30pm – 5 Day/4 Hour Camp

Lead Instructor: Joann McDaniel

Week 2 - June 15-19th - 'Castaway Creations'

Inspired by life on the open sea, artists will be guided by experienced instructors to create artwork influenced by ocean life, ships, and faraway islands. Students will experiment with sculpture, collage, and painting while imagining survival and creativity in a castaway setting. Emphasis is placed on storytelling, material exploration, and inventive design.

Rising 1st-6th grade – Tuition for the week is $350 ($75 deposit/$275 balance charged May 15th)

8:30am-12:30pm – 5 Day/4 Hour Camp

Lead Instructor: Jenny Zito

Week 3 - June 22-26th - 'Animals in Art'

Artists will study how animals have inspired artwork across cultures and time periods. Using a variety of media, students will create expressive animal-themed pieces while exploring form, texture, and pattern. This camp builds observational skills and artistic confidence through imaginative interpretation.

Rising 1st-6th grade – Tuition for the week is $350 ($75 deposit/$275 balance charged May 22nd)

8:30am-12:30pm – 5 Day/4 Hour Camp

Lead Instructor: Jenny Zito

Week 4 - June 29-July 3rd - 'The Art Elements in Action'

Artists will study how animals have inspired artwork across cultures and time periods. Using a variety of media, students will create expressive animal-themed pieces while exploring form, texture, and pattern. This camp builds observational skills and artistic confidence through imaginative interpretation.

Rising 1st-6th grade – Tuition for the week is $350 ($75 deposit/$275 balance charged May 29th)

8:30am-12:30pm – 5 Day/4 Hour Camp

Lead Instructor: Kristen Eatman

Week 5- July 6 - 10th- 'Big Top Art Circus'

Step right up into a world of circus-inspired creativity filled with movement, color, and whimsy. Artists will create dynamic artworks featuring performers, animals, and bold patterns using a range of materials. This camp focuses on imaginative composition and expressive design.

Rising 1st-6th grade – Tuition for the week is $350 ($75 deposit/$275 balance charged June 6th)

8:30am-12:30pm – 5 Day/4 Hour Camp

Lead Instructor: Kris Gorman

Week 6 - July 13 - 17th - 'S.T.E.A.M. Around the Globe'

Artists will explore global art traditions while engaging in creative problem-solving inspired by science, technology, engineering, and math by a certified STEAM instructor. Projects encourage experimentation, design thinking, and hands-on discovery. This camp blends artistic expression with innovation and curiosity.

8:30am-12:30pm – 5 Day/4 Hour Camp

Rising 1st to 6th grade  – Tuition for the week is $350 ($75 deposit/$275 balance charged June 13th)

Lead Instructor: Kris Gorman

Week 7- July 20 - 24th- 'Maker Madness Mini-Sized'

Artists will create small-scale artworks that pack a big creative punch. Students will experiment with mixed media, sculpture, and design while learning the value of craftsmanship and detail. This camp emphasizes creative thinking through playful, process-focused making by experienced art educators.

Rising 1st-6th grade – Tuition for the week is $350 ($75 deposit/$275 balance charged June 20th)

8:30am-12:30pm – 5 Day/4 Hour Camp

Lead Instructor: Kris Gorman

Week 8 AM- July 27 - 31st - 'Meow, Roar, or Squawk!'

From furry friends to feathered creatures, this camp celebrates animals big and small. Students will create expressive artworks using drawing, painting, and sculpture while exploring texture and movement. Projects encourage personality, imagination, and artistic exploration.

Rising 1st-6th grade – Tuition for the week is $350 ($75 deposit/$275 balance charged June 27th)

8:30am-12:30pm – 5 Day/4 Hour Camp

Lead Instructor: Kaden Allen

Week 8 PM- July 27 - 31st - 'International Threads' for Tween and Teens

From furry friends to feathered creatures, this camp celebrates animals big and small. Students will create expressive artworks using drawing, painting, and sculpture while exploring texture and movement. Projects encourage personality, imagination, and artistic exploration.

Rising 6th-12th grade – Tuition for the week is $325 ($75 deposit/$250 balance charged June 27th)

2:00pm – 5:00pm – 5 Day/3 Hour Camp

Lead Instructor: Kaden Allen

Week 9AM - Aug 3 - 7th- 'Artistic Astronauts'

Blast off into creative exploration inspired by space, planets, and cosmic imagination. Students will use a variety of materials to create out-of-this-world artworks while exploring color, shape, and form. This camp encourages curiosity, wonder, and creative expression.

Rising 1st-6th grade – Tuition for the week is $350 ($75 deposit/$275 balance charged July 3rd)

8:30am-12:30pm – 5 Day/4 Hour Camp

Lead Instructor: Kaden Allen

Week 9PM - Aug 3 - 7th- 'Ink to Object Studio' for Tween and Teens

For our Tweens and Teen – Get hands-on with printmaking and sculpture as you explore impressive, inked designs and bold, three-dimensional forms. Artists will experiment with carving, inking, building, and layering materials to create artwork with strong texture and impact. This studio-style camp encourages creative risk-taking, personal style, and making art that feels intentional and fun.

Rising 6st-12th grade – Tuition for the week is $325 ($75 deposit/$275 balance charged July 3rd)

2:00pm-5:00pm – 5 Day/3 Hour Camp

Lead Instructor: Kaden Allen

Week 10- Aug 10-13- 'Crazy Colorful Creations'

Just for our ‘Wee Hands” age 5-8 experienced art educators will guide young artists through completing unique, fine art masterpieces inspired by the study of famous artists and art cultures. Various 2-D and 3-D art mediums will be explored each camp week, including clay, printmaking, paint, fiber arts, paper mache, and more. Campers should bring a snack (optional), a lunch and a water.

Rising K-2nd grade – Tuition for the week is $320 ($75 deposit/$275 balance charged July 10th)

8:30am-12:30pm – 4 Day (M-Th)/4 Hour Camp

Lead Instructor: Joann McDaniel

Week 11- Aug 17-20- 'Let's Art Around'

Artists will explore art inspired by different places, cultures, and traditions from around the world. During four fun mornings (no camp on Friday!), children will experiment with painting, collage, paper mâché and fiber arts. With Hands Create Studio’s process-based, hands-on approach, students will cultivate curiosity, respect, and create masterpieces that celebrate global creativity and artistic diversity.

Rising 1st-6th grade – Tuition for the week is $320 ($75 deposit/$245 balance charged July 17th)

8:30am-12:30pm – 4 Day (M-Th)/4 Hour Camp

Lead Instructor: Joann McDaniel

Tuition shown above is for your $75 non-refundable deposit for the total cost of the weekly camp.
The remaining balance will be processed 30 days before the start of camp.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Beside our classes and camps, we also offer birthday ‘Arty’ Parties and special events for Kids AND Adults!
View our Event Page for up to date events…….

FAQ

When do I pay?

Select the desired class for the specific week of camp and pay the $75 (non-refundable) deposit. The remaining balance of tuition per weekly classes will be processed 30 days before the start of class. The $75 (non-refundable) deposit per student/per class holds your spot in the class and helps cover the costs of supplies. As always we also provide a 10% Sibling discount for the remaining tuition costs. Contact Hands Create if you have any questions about registering.

What does the Enrollment/Supply fee cover?

The non-refundable $75 deposit covers the admin costs for the summer session and to hold your spot in the class. This fee also helps Hands Create purchase the supplies needed to have a full range of quality multi-media projects for each student. This fee is applied per student/per class. As always we also provide a 10% Sibling discount for the remaining tuition costs.

What if I miss a class?

No make-ups for missed classes.

How many student in a class?

Class sizes are limited to 24 students.

Do you accept walk-ins?

Walk-ins will not be available after the start of camp. Prior registration is required.

What is your refund policy?

Your tuition fee will be processed 30 days prior to start of the class. If you enroll 30 days or less from the start of camp, the tuition will be processed in full. If you drop before the 30 days prior to the start of your week you can receive a full refund/ 29-15 days 50% refund (less $75 non-refundable deposit). No refund for 14 days before your week starts.