Dallas Museum of Art – Family and Teen Programming

AGES 4-5
Roaming in the Rainforest
June 24–28
9:00 a.m.–noon
Teacher: Denise González

There’s a rumble in the rainforest—who could it be? This camp will take you on an artful journey through winding rivers and under towering leaves to discover the different layers of the rainforest. Explore every shade of green, create rhythmic rain sticks, stamp slithering snakes, and craft more unbe-leaf-able art. Don’t forget your bug spray!

*Please note, communication about the camp will be sent to the email address used during the checkout process approximately two weeks before the camp begins. 

AGES 9-12
Adventures in Animation
June 24–28
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Teacher: Carolyn Marco

Whether you like old-school Disney movies, Japanese anime, or Claymation, the art of creating pictures that move goes way back! In this camp, spend the week crafting your own story and bringing it to life through the magic of stop-motion animation. We’ll find visual inspiration in the galleries, and then create flipbooks, storyboards, backgrounds, characters, and an animated short using low and high tech. Campers may bring a personal iPad to camp for creating their animated short, but it is not required.

*Please note, communication about the camp will be sent to the email address used during the checkout process approximately two weeks before the camp begins. 

AGES 6-8
Nature Detectives
June 24–28
1:00–4:00 p.m. 
Teacher: Jenny Wilke

Investigate the connections between the visual arts and the natural world in this camp for nature-loving kids. Go on nature walks in the galleries and discover how artists around the world are inspired by Mother Nature’s palette and artistry. Explore ecosystems, animal and plant patterns, weather systems, and more, and create your own nature-art in the studio with traditional art supplies and natural materials.

*Please note, communication about the camp will be sent to the email address used during the checkout process approximately two weeks before the camp begins. 

Art Babies is just for children 0–24 months old and their caregivers. Join us in the galleries for songs and story time, followed by playtime and an opportunity to mingle with other parents and caregivers.

For the July–September classes, join us on a whirlwind adventure as we search for patterns in art from around the world. We’ll explore color, line, and shape in clothing, ceremonial objects, ceramics, and textiles, and take imaginary journeys from continent to continent.

Art Babies is just for children 0–24 months old and their caregivers. Join us in the galleries for songs and story time, followed by playtime and an opportunity to mingle with other parents and caregivers.

For the July–September classes, join us on a whirlwind adventure as we search for patterns in art from around the world. We’ll explore color, line, and shape in clothing, ceremonial objects, ceramics, and textiles, and take imaginary journeys from continent to continent.

Art Babies is just for children 0–24 months old and their caregivers. Join us in the galleries for songs and story time, followed by playtime and an opportunity to mingle with other parents and caregivers.

For the July–September classes, join us on a whirlwind adventure as we search for patterns in art from around the world. We’ll explore color, line, and shape in clothing, ceremonial objects, ceramics, and textiles, and take imaginary journeys from continent to continent.

Toddler Art is for 2 and 3 year olds and a favorite grown-up. We’ll explore works of art in the galleries and then create our own project or engage in sensory play. Class size is limited to 12 children.

In July, get ready to row, row, row your boat as we set sail on art adventure! Explore boats and the ocean in art and then create a ferry fun project or engage in sensory play. Sea you there!

Toddler Art is for 2 and 3 year olds and a favorite grown-up. We’ll explore works of art in the galleries and then create our own project or engage in sensory play. Class size is limited to 12 children.

In July, get ready to row, row, row your boat as we set sail on art adventure! Explore boats and the ocean in art and then create a ferry fun project or engage in sensory play. Sea you there!

AGES 6-8
Globetrotters
July 8–12
9:00 a.m.–noon
Teacher: Toni Crook

Travel the world without leaving town! Our daily itineraries will include jaunts to Asia, North and South America, Europe, and more as we visit the Museum’s galleries and investigate art from around the world. Take a break in the studio between destinations for an art “pit stop,” and capture your adventure by painting, drawing, sculpting, and collaging.

*Please note, communication about the camp will be sent to the email address used during the checkout process approximately two weeks before the camp begins. 

AGES 4-5
Story Makers
July 8–12
9:00 a.m.–noon
Teacher: Leah Hanson

From tall tales and legends to daring adventures and fairy tales, every work of art has a story! What’s your story? Dive into story-making fun as we explore whimsical worlds and meet magical creatures in this camp for kids who love “once upon a time.” We’ll search for pirates and heroes, unicorns and dragons, knights and fairies in the Museum’s galleries, and then create our own scenic paintings, silly character puppets, drama-worthy collages, and much more. 

*Please note, communication about the camp will be sent to the email address used during the checkout process approximately two weeks before the camp begins. 

AGES 9-12
Arts and Craft Lab
July 8–12
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Teacher: Carolyn Marco

If you’re comfortable with a paintbrush and a glue gun, this camp is for you! Learn how art and craft work together to make the world more functional, beautiful, and fun. Search the galleries for abstract paintings, supersized sculpture, textiles, and furniture, and then experiment in the studio with felt, leather, paint, cardboard, beads, and more. You’ll create art to wear, art to gift, and art that shares your unique point of view.

*Please note, communication about the camp will be sent to the email address used during the checkout process approximately two weeks before the camp begins. 

AGES 6-8
Mix It Up
July 8–12
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Teacher: Cody Taliaferro

How many different art materials can you use in a week? Count your way to the answer with inspiration taken from artworks in the Museum’s collection! Learn about landscape, still life, collage, prints, and abstract art while using your imagination and a colorful combination of wacky and traditional materials to create your own masterpieces. By the end of the week, you’ll be a master materials-mixer!

*Please note, communication about the camp will be sent to the email address used during the checkout process approximately two weeks before the camp begins. 

Arturo’s Art & Me is for a 3–5 year old and a favorite grown-up. Adults and young children listen to a story, look at works of art, and play hands-on games in the galleries before creating an original work of art in the studio. Class size is limited to 12 children.

Eiffel in love with Paris and you will too! This July don’t forget to pack your beret as we explore artworks all about France’s capital before creating fantastique artwork in the studio. 

Toddler Art is for 2 and 3 year olds and a favorite grown-up. We’ll explore works of art in the galleries and then create our own project or engage in sensory play. Class size is limited to 12 children.

In July, get ready to row, row, row your boat as we set sail on art adventure! Explore boats and the ocean in art and then create a ferry fun project or engage in sensory play. Sea you there!

Arturo’s Art & Me is for a 3–5 year old and a favorite grown-up. Adults and young children listen to a story, look at works of art, and play hands-on games in the galleries before creating an original work of art in the studio. Class size is limited to 12 children.

Eiffel in love with Paris and you will too! This July don’t forget to pack your beret as we explore artworks all about France’s capital before creating fantastique artwork in the studio. 

Family Workshops are for children ages 6–12 and their favorite grown-ups. Explore the galleries, engage in artful conversations, and try hands-on games as a family before creating a work of art in the studio. Class size is limited to 12 children.

Love is in the air in our July class! Learn about the role that art played in Japanese wedding traditions as we explore the Love Island: Japanese Weddings of the Edo Period exhibition. 

AGES 9-12
Paper Cuts
July 15–19
9:00 a.m.–noon
Teacher: Amanda Tucker

Crumple, paint, glue, or cut—paper is a superstar in the art studio! Push your skills in this camp exploring the versatility of paper as we make handmade paper, collage, weave, watercolor, and explore how artists transform this ordinary material into extraordinary artworks. Find inspiration in drawings, paintings, and prints, and then fold, tear, sculpt, and paint your way to paper perfection.

*Please note, communication about the camp will be sent to the email address used during the checkout process approximately two weeks before the camp begins. 

AGES 6-8
Space Explorers
July 15–19
9:00 a.m.–noon
Teacher: Denise González

Travel the world without leaving town! Our daily itineraries will include jaunts to Asia, North and South America, Europe, and more as we visit the Museum’s galleries and investigate art from around the world. Take a break in the studio between destinations for an art “pit stop,” and capture your adventure by painting, drawing, sculpting, and collaging.

*Please note, communication about the camp will be sent to the email address used during the checkout process approximately two weeks before the camp begins. 

AGES 9-12
Maker Lab
July 15–19
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Teacher: Carolyn Marco

Do you like to tinker, experiment, or make? Then join us for a week of solving design challenges inspired by works of art and incorporating lots of different making techniques from low tech to high tech. Explore the intersection of science, engineering, art, and more as we fiddle, doodle, and design in the studio. Work with a laser cutter, leather, circuits, and more. If you can think it, we’ll try to make it!

*Please note, communication about the camp will be sent to the email address used during the checkout process approximately two weeks before the camp begins. 

AGES 6-8
Paint, Print & Pattern
July 15–19
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Teacher: Toni Crook

Stripes and dots, blues and greens, paint and paper—mix it all together and what do you get? Endless combinations of art! Take a whirlwind tour through the Museum’s galleries and discover how artists use different media and methods to create landscapes, portraits, and abstract paintings. Learn both basic painting and printmaking skills in the studio, and discover your own secret recipe for awesome art.

*Please note, communication about the camp will be sent to the email address used during the checkout process approximately two weeks before the camp begins.