Art Camps Summer 2026
Mess Hall Arts 2026 Summer Camps are not like any other camp. No matter what your young artist loves or wants to learn, we guarantee we have something for EVERYONE!
NEW TEEN CAMP for 2026!
Check the drop-down weeks for more information about each camp. Or click the register button to go directly to our Booking Page.
Sibling discounts available when signing up 2 or more for same camp. We also have optional 1 hour before and after care.
We don’t think cost should deter children from getting an amazing experience with us at Mess Hall Arts. Please contact us if you think you would like to find out more about the select Scholarship spots available.
BOOK BEFORE February 1st and use
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Week 1 - June 8th - 12th Renaissance Princesses and Knights & Unicorns, Dragons and Mythical Creatures
AM Camp 9am-12pm
Renaissance Princesses and Knights: Step into a world of castles, crowns, and creativity! Young artists will design armor, crowns, shields, royal portraits, and more while exploring Renaissance-inspired art through hands-on projects, imaginative play, and a festive final-day celebration. No experience needed—just curiosity and creativity!
PM Camp 1pm-4pm
Unicorns, Dragons and Mythical Creatures– Over four magical days, campers will create mythical creatures, sculpt dragons and unicorns, design enchanted objects, and build fantasy worlds using a wide variety of art materials. This playful, process-focused camp encourages creativity, storytelling, and confidence—no art experience needed. All materials included, and the week ends with a mini art showcase to celebrate each child’s magical creations!
Week 2 – June 15th - 19th Clay 3D Art & Summer Edition Is It Cake?
AM Camp 9am-12pm
Clay & 3D Art: Kids will sculpt, build, and create in this hands-on camp exploring clay and three-dimensional art. From creatures and bowls to mixed-media sculptures, young artists will bring their ideas off the page and into the world—no experience needed!
PM Camp 1pm-4pm
Summer Edition: Is It Cake? Edible Art is our favorite thing to teach! Do you love the Netflix hit show, Is It Cake? We give the campers the techniques and tools to design cupcakes and cakes into misleading items that make anyone question if its real or is it cake! We plan to decorate, trick and taste!
*No Baking will be done in this camp. All Cake and Cupcakes will be from commercial kitchens and frozen when received.
NEW TEEN CAMP June 15th - 18th Jewelry & Metalwork
4pm- 7pm 3 day Camp
Designed for teens who love creating with their hands, Jewelry & Metalwork introduces students to the art of jewelry making with a focus on craftsmanship, design, and real-world skills. Campers will learn metal stamping, wire wrapping, and jewelry construction while creating high-quality, wearable pieces they’ll be proud to keep—or sell.
Throughout the camp, teens will design a cohesive mini collection, practice finishing and polishing techniques, and learn the basics of pricing and presentation. The week wraps up with a mini pop-up style showcase, where students display their finished work and celebrate their creativity.
All materials are provided. No prior experience is required—just creativity, curiosity, and a willingness to learn new skills.
Ages 12-16
Jewelry & Metalwork Create, design, and sell! Teens will learn metal stamping and jewelry-making techniques while producing polished, wearable pieces and exploring creative entrepreneurship.
Week 3 – June 22nd - 26th Spring Watercolors & Pasta and Noodles
AM Camp 9am-12pm
Spring Watercolors: Bring the colors of spring to life! Campers will paint flowers, gardens, animals, and whimsical scenes while exploring watercolor techniques, textures, and creative storytelling. No experience needed—just curiosity, imagination, and a love of color!
PM Camp 1pm-4pm
Pasta & Noodles– A NEW Exciting Camp taught by our staff Chef with over 15 years of teaching kids and adults to cook! Have you ever wanted to learn to make pasta from different flours or different types of noodles from different regions? We will learn how to mix, knead, roll, shape and dry pasta. We will even use food coloring and natural foods to create rainbow pasta. Recipes will be sent home with pairings and ideas for dinner.
*Cannot accommodate gluten-free requests for this camp.
NEW TEEN CAMP June 22nd - 25th Skin & Self Care
4pm-7pm 3 Day Camp
In Teen Skin & Self-Care, students will explore creativity, wellness, and entrepreneurship while making handcrafted bath and body products that are both beautiful and gift-ready. Teens will learn how to safely mix ingredients, create custom scent blends, and design products with care and intention.
Throughout the camp, participants will create items such as body scrubs, lip balms, bath salts, shower steamers, and aromatherapy products using teen-safe, cosmetic-grade ingredients. They’ll also learn the basics of branding, labeling, and pricing as they assemble a small self-care collection. The camp concludes with a mini pop-up style showcase, where students display their finished products like a boutique.
All materials are provided. No prior experience is needed—just curiosity, creativity, and an interest in self-care and design.
Ages 12-16
Teen Skin & Self Care– Create and curate your own self-care line! Teens will make bath and body products, explore scent blending, and learn basic branding and selling skills in this creative, hands-on camp.
Week 4 – June 29th - July 3rd Spectacular Sensory Slime & Splash and Splatter Abstract Art
AM Camp 9am-12pm
Spectacular Sensory Slime: Squish, stretch, and create! Campers will mix slime, explore textures, and make puffy paint and sensory art projects in a hands-on, messy, and magical week of creativity. No experience needed—just curiosity and fun!
PM Camp 1pm-4pm
Splash and Splatter Abstract Art– Get messy and creative! Campers will explore bold colors, energetic splashes, and textured abstract art using paint, sponges, droppers, and more. Perfect for young artists who love movement, experimentation, and self-expression!
Week 5 – July 6th - 10th Cardboard Builders & Game On!
AM Camp 9am-12pm
Cardboard Builders: Build, create, and imagine! Campers will transform cardboard and recycled materials into towers, forts, vehicles, and more while exploring 3D art, design, and teamwork. Perfect for young inventors and makers!
PM Camp 1pm-4pm
Game On! Design your own Board Game– Over four creative days, campers will design and build a one-of-akind board game. Complete with illustrated boards, custome pieces, cards or counter, rules and a personalized game box. THis hands-on, process focused camp blends art , imagination,and problem solving, and ends with a fun game expos to share and play their creations.
NEW TEEN CAMP July 6th - 9th Painting, Design & Wood
4pm-7pm 3 Day Camp
In Teen Painting, Design & Wood, students will combine creativity and craftsmanship to design and build functional, market-ready wood art. This hands-on camp introduces teens to surface design, painting techniques, and beginner woodworking skills while emphasizing quality, durability, and personal style.
Throughout the camp, teens will plan original designs, prep and assemble wood pieces, paint and finish functional items such as signs, trays, shelves, or organizers, and apply protective finishes for a polished look. Students will also learn basic branding, pricing, and presentation skills as they prepare their pieces for a mini pop-up style showcase at the end of camp.
All materials are provided, and no prior experience is required. This camp is perfect for teens interested in art, design, woodworking, or creative entrepreneurship.
Ages 12-16
Teen Painting, Design & Wood– Design, paint, and build! Teens will create functional wood art, learn finishing techniques, and explore creative business skills while making polished, sellable pieces.
Week 6 – July 13th -17th Fairy Gnome Gardens & Nailed It! Disney Edition
AM Camp 9am-12pm
Fairy & Gnome Gardens– Kids will build magical miniature worlds filled with fairies, gnomes, tiny houses, and garden details! This hands-on camp explores clay, 3D art, and mixed media through imaginative projects and creative play—perfect for young artists who love storytelling and making.
PM Camp 1pm-4pm
Nailed It! Disney Edition– In this camp, we will create edible art inspired by their favorite Disney stories! Over four creative days, campers will design character treats, edible sculptures, and colorful food art using shelf-stable ingredients.
*No baking will be done in this class. All cakes and cupcakes will arrive frozen from a commercial kitchen.
Week 7 - July 20th - 24th Cartoon and Comics & Fluid Art and Tye Dye
AM Camp 9am-12pm
Cartoons & Comic Art: Draw, create, and tell your own stories! Campers will design characters, craft comic panels, and explore cartoon worlds in a fun, hands-on week of creativity and storytelling.
PM Camp 1pm-4pm
Fluid Art & Tie-Dye– Get messy, mix colors, and make vibrant art! Campers will create fluid paintings and tie-dye designs while exploring movement, texture, and bold color combinations in a hands-on, creative week.
NEW TEEN CAMP July 20th - 23rd Fashion Design
4pm-7pm 3 Day Camp
In Teen Fashion, Tie-Dye, Patches & Leather, teens will dive into the world of custom fashion and accessory design. Over three days, they’ll learn how to tie-dye, add embellishments like patches and embroidery, and explore leather crafting to create market-ready items like personalized t-shirts, bags and accessories.
Campers will experiment with bold tie-dye techniques, create custom embroidered designs, and build functional leather goods. With a focus on creativity and craftsmanship, teens will leave with their own fashion-forward pieces that they can proudly sell at local markets or showcase in an online shop. The camp wraps up with a mini pop-up showcase where teens will display their finished creations.
All materials are provided, and no experience is required—just a passion for fashion and creativity!
Ages 12-16
Teen Fashion Design– Design, create, and sell! Teens will learn the art of tie-dye, embroidery, patchwork, and leather crafting to make stylish, sellable clothing and accessories—perfect for local markets or personal use.
Week 8 – July 27th - 31st Art and Movement & Jewelry Design
AM Camp 9am-12pm
Art & Movement (kinetic art): Create art that moves! Campers will design spinning sculptures, mobiles, and interactive projects while exploring motion, balance, and hands-on creativity in a fun, energetic week.
PM Camp 1pm-4pm
Jewelry Design & Metal Stamping– Create your own wearable art! Campers will design bracelets, necklaces, keychains, and charms using beads, metal stamping, and wire while exploring hands-on jewelry-making techniques and personal expression.
NEW TEEN CAMP July 27th - 30th Clay
4pm-7pm 3 Day Camp
In this hands-on Clay summer camp, teens will learn to design and create high-quality clay goods with real-world purpose. Using both air-dry clay and polymer clay, campers will make functional and decorative pieces such as jewelry, trinket dishes, planters, and small home goods—projects designed with craftsmanship and sellability in mind.
Throughout the three days, teens will explore clay techniques, surface design, finishing methods, and simple branding and pricing concepts. Campers will leave with a small collection of finished pieces, packaging ideas, and the confidence to talk about and potentially sell their work at markets, online, or as gifts. This camp is perfect for creative teens interested in art, design, and entrepreneurship—no prior clay experience required.
Ages 12-16
Teen Clay Studio invites ages 12–16 to design and create sellable clay goods using air-dry and polymer clay! Over three creative days, campers will make jewelry and small functional pieces while learning finishing, pricing, and presentation skills.
Week 9 – August 3rd - 6th Art in the Kitchen & Recycled Arts and Sculptures
AM Camp 9am-12pm
Art In The Kitchen- If you thought art was only made with paint, paper and art materials you are in for a “treat”. This week campers will be creating edible art using shelf stable ingredients. We will explore creativity, color and design using pasta, candy, cereal and even making edible SLIME!
PM Camp 1pm-4pm
Recycled Art and Sculptures– Turn everyday items into amazing art! Campers will build sculptures, mobiles, and functional creations while exploring creativity, balance, and hands-on problem-solving in a fun, eco-friendly week.
Week 10 – August 10th - 14th Interior Design Houses & Cake Decorating
AM Camp 9am-12pm
Interior Design & Dollhouse- Design and decorate your own miniature world! Campers will build rooms, craft furniture, and add personalized touches while exploring creativity, color, and design skills in a fun, hands-on week.
PM Camp 1pm-4pm
Cake Decorating– Over 4 days, campers will learn buttercream basics, piping techniques and themed decorating skills while designing and decorating their own cakes and cupcakes to take home. This is a hands-on, beginner, friendly camp that builds confidence and creativity.
*No baking will take place in this camp. All cakes and cupcakes will arrive frozen from a commercial kitchen.
NEW TEEN CAMP August 10th - 13th Outdoor Art
4pm-7pm 3 Day Camp
In Teen Outdoor Art, campers will explore the beauty of nature through art while creating functional, market-ready pieces for the garden, patio, or home. Teens will use natural materials, eco-friendly techniques, and artistic design to produce one-of-a-kind pieces like hand-painted garden signs, wind chimes, custom plant pots, and recycled outdoor decor.
Throughout the camp, students will learn how to create nature-inspired artwork using upcycled and sustainable materials, perfecting their techniques in painting, sculpting, and upcycling. The camp also covers key entrepreneurial skills such as branding, pricing, and product presentation. By the end of the week, students will have their own collection of outdoor art ready to showcase at a mini pop-up style market.
All materials are provided, and no prior experience is necessary—just a love for nature and creativity!
Ages 12-16
Teen Outdoor Art– Design, paint, and upcycle! Teens will create nature-inspired outdoor art like garden signs, wind chimes, and recycled decor, while learning creative and entrepreneurial skills to turn their projects into sellable products.
Week 11 – August 17th - 21st Movie Magic: Disney Inspired Art & Nature and Art
AM Camp 9am-12pm
Movie Magic: Disney Inspired Art: Create your own movie magic! Campers will design characters, magical worlds, props, and posters inspired by Disney-style storytelling in a fun, imaginative week of art-making.
PM Camp 1pm-4pm
Nature and Art– Campers will create paintings, prints, sculptures and mixed media art using natural materials and nature as inspiration. This process-focused camp encourages curiosity, creativity and hands-on exploration.
NEW TEEN CAMP August 17th - 20th Advanced Cake Decorating
4pm-7pm 3 Day Camp
In Teen Cake Decorating, teens will learn the art of cake and cupcake decorating while creating market-ready designs. This hands-on camp focuses on buttercream techniques, fondant sculpting, and creative design to produce beautifully decorated cakes and cupcakes for sale or special occasions.
Over three days, campers will master piping techniques, fondant artistry, and theme-based designs, building skills that can be used for events, local markets, or even starting their own baking business. The camp wraps up with a mini cake showcase, where teens will present their stunning creations and learn how to price, package, and present their work for sale.
All materials are provided, and no prior experience is needed—just a passion for creativity and sweet treats!
Ages 12-16
Teen Cake Decorating– Design, decorate, and sell! Teens will learn cake and cupcake decorating techniques, from buttercream piping to fondant sculpting, while creating marketable products perfect for events or local sales.
Week 12 – August 24th - 28th Carnivals and State Fair & Best of the Summer
AM Camp 9am-12pm
Carnivals & State Fair Art- Bright colors, big fun! Campers will paint fair scenes, build mini carnival rides, and create playful art inspired by games, prizes, and classic state fair fun.
PM Camp 1pm-4pm
Best of the Summer– This week is all about doing the favorite art projects throughout the Summer Camps. Things like; Slime making, abstract painting, clay designs and MORE!
Quick FAQs
- Our Art summer camps are for ages 6-12 and are 4 days (Monday-Thursday) and 3 hours long. We offer 2 camps a day, AM and PM.
- NEW THIS YEAR- TEEN CAMP! This is for ages 12-16 and is 3 days a week (Monday-Wednesday) for 3 hours in the afternoons only.
- Discounts are available for siblings. (must be 2 or more for same camp)
- Any Edible Camps will send home what is made daily.
- Each Artist must pack a snack (per camp) and water bottle. If your artist is doing both camps please pack a lunch for the hour between camps. Lunch hour is fully staffed.
- Before and After care is optional if needed. We offer 1 hour before and 1 hour after Camps. 8-9am and 4-5pm. Must be signed up minimum a week prior to camps week.
- Camps for ages 6-12 are $295 each. Theres a discount for booking full day of camps for $500. To register for camp, 50% of total is due at time of booking. Remaining balance is due a minimum of 1 week prior to start of camp. This is automatically charged if a balance remains.
- A waiver for each art participant is REQUIRED. Link can be found in confirmation email or signature can be done upon drop off on first day.
- DRESS FOR MESS! We use a variety of materials and cannot guarentee that staining or damage to clothing will not happen. We provide each artist with an apron to help with mess.
- THURSDAYS- We invite parents from the week to visit up to 15 minutes prior to dismissal to see the gallery of kids art before packing it up to bring home.
- All Teens that participate in our camps will have an opportunity to be a part of our end of summer Entrepreneur event. They will be able to sell any handmade items they have made through the summer.
- Lastly, Thank you for trusting Mess Hall Arts with your young artists. We are so excited to have fun, learn, explore and get messy with every single one of them!