Summer Camp
Mission Art Center’s Summer Camp gives children a fun, creative, and structured environment where they can explore the world of art while building confidence and imagination. Designed for children ages 5 and up, the program encourages students to express themselves through drawing, painting, design, color, and hands-on art projects. With patient instruction and engaging activities, each camper has the opportunity to develop artistic skills while enjoying a positive and inspiring studio experience.
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
During Summer Camp at Mission Art Center, students participate in guided lessons that help them learn new techniques, improve focus, and complete creative projects they can feel proud of. Campers are introduced to various art materials and subjects, including drawing, shading, painting, dry-clay sculpting, and creative design. Each class is designed to challenge and develop a child’s creativity, imagination, thinking skills, and social confidence.
The program is led by experienced teacher Shabnam Zafarmand, who is known for her patience, encouragement, and ability to help students grow at their own pace. With a class size of 15, children receive personal attention and thoughtful guidance throughout the 3-hour camp sessions. Whether a child is new to art or already enjoys creating, Mission Art Center provides a supportive space where students can improve their skills, make new friends, and discover the joy of fine art.
Office Hours
| Day | Available Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM |
| Tuesday |
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM 5:15 PM – 6:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
| Friday | 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday |
9:30 AM – 11:15 AM 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM 1:15 PM – 2:35 PM |
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My daughter went to Mission Art School when she was in middle school for a few years and stop due to Covid. We're now coming back and my daughter loves... read more 
Amy T.
3/13/2024 I love this place. I drive all the way from Newport Beach. It was my son's first time, and he really enjoyed his class. I'm honestly shocked that he can... read more Katy S.
2/21/2026 - Absolutely love this friendly studio. I started as a newbie but Shabnam transformed me into a pretty decent artist. The attached painting actually sold on Artpal. M C.
10/03/2023 I've been going to Mission Art Center for many years. Shabnam is super helpful and great teacher. I learned how to be a professional painter. I had to put my... read more Bita H.
10/17/2024 - Mission Art Center has been my daughter's passion for the last 3 years. Shabnam's patience, passion and talent has given my daughter joy, inspiration and skills to paint portraits of... read more Tatiana C.
7/21/2023 Our daughter has been going to Mission art for the last seven years (she still goes). Her skills have grown tremendously and her passion and love of art has grown... read more K S.
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Overview
Mission Art Center’s Summer Camp is more than a seasonal activity. It is an opportunity for children to build creativity, confidence, patience, and artistic ability in a welcoming studio environment. Through structured lessons, hands-on projects, and caring instruction, students gain a sense of accomplishment as they bring their imagination to life. Enroll your child today and let them enjoy a summer filled with creativity, learning, and artistic growth.
Students who participate in Mission Art Center classes gain self-esteem and a feeling of accomplishment, as well as the satisfaction of completing a project of their imagination or a live project brought to life.
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FAQs
1. What age group is Mission Art Center’s Summer Camp designed for?
Mission Art Center’s Summer Camp is designed for children ages 5 and up. The program gives young students a creative, structured, and enjoyable environment where they can explore art, build confidence, and develop new skills.
2. What will children learn during Summer Camp?
Children will learn drawing, painting, color, shading, design, and hands-on art techniques. They may also work on creative projects such as dry clay sculpting and other fine art activities that help improve imagination, focus, and artistic ability.
3. Who teaches the Summer Camp classes?
The Summer Camp classes are taught by Shabnam Zafarmand, an experienced and patient art teacher at Mission Art Center. She provides thoughtful guidance, encouragement, and personal attention to help each student grow at their own pace.
4. How long are the Summer Camp classes?
Each Summer Camp session lasts 3 hours. The class structure gives students enough time to learn new techniques, work on creative projects, and complete artwork they can feel proud of.
5. Why should parents choose Mission Art Center for Summer Camp?
Parents choose Mission Art Center for its supportive, creative, and professional studio environment. Children can build self-esteem, improve their art skills, make new friends, and enjoy a positive summer experience centered around creativity and learning.
