Is Art Camp the right choice?
Art Camp is a great choice for children who:
✔ love drawing, making and experimenting
✔ want to try different techniques and materials
✔ enjoy creating alongside other children
✔ need an inspiring and meaningful holiday activity
✔ want to develop their own ideas rather than simply copy
✔ benefit from a small group and individual attention
This is not a "follow me step by step" art class. I introduce a theme, technique or artistic idea, and then guide each child towards their own solution and unique artwork.
How art camp works
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Each Art Camp lasts five days.
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I prepare a program for every group, but adapt it to the children’s ages, interests and pace.
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We explore composition, colour theory and watercolour techniques, and work with materials such as watercolors, acrylics, coloured pencils and graphic markers.
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Some projects have clear technical requirements so children can learn specific artistic skills, while others give them the freedom to choose the medium and approach that feel right to them. This balance helps children build strong foundations while discovering their own preferences, making decisions and enjoying the creative process rather than simply practising technique.
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Children usually complete 1–2 artworks per day, depending on the project and their individual pace.
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Each day i send parent feedback about childs day
A typical day in art camp
Here’s an example of what one day at Art Camp might look like. Each day is different, with new projects, techniques and creative experiences.
{includes in Art morning till 13.30}
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9:00–9:40 — Thinking Skills
Short animated film about Van Gogh, followed by the Beginning–Middle–End thinking routine using Van Gogh’s paintings.
Children practise noticing details, imagining possible stories and developing spatial thinking. -
9:40–11:00 — “My World” Project
Choosing the scale of the artwork, planning the composition and deciding where different elements will be placed. Technique: acrylic painting, with freedom to create and arrange the elements in each child’s own way. -
11:00–11:30 — Break
Light snack: fruit, vegetables and healthy snacks. -
11:30–12:30 — “My World” Project
Continuing and completing the artwork. -
12:30–12:40 — Short Break
Free time. -
12:40–13:30 — Creative Illustration
Drawing and illustrating a recipe for a favourite drink or dish.
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13:30–14:00 — Art-Themed Screen Time
Cartoons or videos connected to art, creativity or artists. -
14:00–14:30 — Lunch
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14:30–15:00 — Dixit
A creative storytelling and imagination game that encourages children to make associations, interpret images and think beyond the obvious.
Choose your Art camp format
Art Morning
9.00 - 13.30
Price
€250 / 5 days
Focused creative time with a break to recharge. Light snacks are included.
Full Art day
9.00 - 15.00
Price
€320 / 5 days
Art Morning + proper lunch and a relaxed afternoon with creative games and films.
🗓️ 19-23 Oct 2026
Art camp in Russian language
🗓️ 26-30 Oct 2026
Art camp in English or Russian language
🗓️ 28-30 Dec 2026 { 3-day New year edition }
Magic Art camp in Russian language. €175 / €225
Three magical days of creating with unexpected materials and new techniques. Children will make beautiful, one-of-a-kind artworks to gift to their families. A little New Year magic, created entirely by their own hands.
What your child will develop
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Creative thinking
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Observation skills
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Confidence
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Focus and patience
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Problem-solving
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Visual intelligence
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Artistic techniques
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Independent decision-making
What we explore
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Drawing & Painting
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Watercolour & Acrylic
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Colour & Composition
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Markers & Mixed Media
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Portraits & Animals
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Creative Projects
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Famous Artists
