At Ross Creek we provide an amazing art day taught by professional artists and a great camp experience for kids on our 178 acres of field and forest, led by our fabulous counsellors.

For youth aged 12-16, we give an exceptional opportunity for them to stretch their creative muscles, learn high level skills, and introduce them to new ways to express themselves while meeting other creative teens!

Click on each title to register for that program. 

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Rad Radio!
As we get ready to open the Ross Creek Annex with its recording studio and community radio space, you can get set with this cool new workshop! Dial into a new sound in this collaborative dive into podcasting, recording, funky DIY radio tools, and more!

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Jewellery and Metalwork Studio
Alchemy and design mix together in this workshop on fine jewelry and metal casting. Learn how to transform metals into amazing shapes and patterns, and create a unique piece to take home!

Tuesday
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Darkroom Developer
Receive an introduction to the dark-room and get inspired by some of the great photographers from around the world! Develop your own creative vision through learning about composition, and shooting techniques through the lens of digital cameras (learn how to use your own, or borrow one of ours). Campers will experiment with traditional and contemporary photography techniques as they explore the inspiring visual surroundings Ross Creek has to offer.

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Graphic Novel Studio!
Art of the graphic novel! Learn new unique ways to tell your story with a combination of illustration, and the written word. Zines, DIY bookmaking, and narrative, all come together in this day of hands-on skill development and experimentation.

Wednesday

Animation Boot Camp
Try your hand at various styles and techniques of animation. Campers will work in small groups to create their own micro-sets and characters and bring them to life through the magic of film and photography, and recording.

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Visual Arts Studio: Drawing & Painting
Quick-start your creativity and gain mad new artistic skills through this one day exploration of a variety of arts media and techniques. 
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Thursday

Street Art: MuralMakers
Create your own stencil, stickers, and learn how to compose a collaborative mural, while learning to use spray paint, and tools of the trade in a safe way, all in one day!

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Totally Textiles
Learn about fabric construction, colour and dyes, appliqué methods, and block printing, in this amazing day in the studio with an artist/designer who can help bring your idea to reality. Experiment with new materials provided here, or bring something along from home you’d like to use!

Friday
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Sculpture Studio
Learn about sculptural techniques both ancient and contemporary in this workshop. Using clay and plaster, get inspired and get inspired to develop your own hands-on creation.

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Theatre Studio
Learn to create character through movement, improvisation and collaboration. Taught by acclaimed theatre director and educator Ken Schwartz, this workshop is sure to be hilarious and fun!