Located in the heart of Salt Lake City’s Maven District
A creative, safe, and inspiring summer camp where children explore art, Spanish, imagination, nature, and movement while building confidence, friendships, and self-expression.
ART • SPANISH • HIKING • SWIMMING • FIELD TRIPS • SPORTS
Art Heart SLC Summer Camp is where creativity, confidence, and imagination grow. Each week invites campers on a new artistic journey inspired by legendary masters and modern innovators. Children explore an artist’s childhood, culture, and creative spark, connecting art history to their own lived experiences.
Every project is intentionally designed to help children express emotions, explore cultures, and build confidence as young artists with big hearts. From abstract expressionism to animation, from nature to fashion, campers create, connect, and discover their unique creative voice in meaningful ways.
Beyond art-making, our studio environment nurtures social and emotional growth. Campers practice kindness, patience, communication, and collaboration through guided group interactions and shared creative experiences. Children learn how to express feelings, set boundaries, support one another, and grow confidence in who they are.
Our studio goes beyond paintbrushes and paint. We are deeply committed to nurturing thoughtful, confident, and creative young people.
Why Families Choose Art Heart SLC
“Since joining Art Heart SLC, my child has blossomed with confidence. She now expresses herself with pride and creativity!”
Brown Family
Dates: May 29 – August 12, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Ages: Elementary-aged children
Location:
Art Heart SLC 156 E 900 S, Unit 107, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Located in the Maven District
A tuition deposit equal to the first week’s payment is due at registration to secure your child’s spot.
All registration fees and tuition are non-refundable, regardless of absences, illness, vacation, or suspension.
If the redirect does not occur, the Registration Form link will be included in your purchase receipt sent to your email.
Your child’s spot is secured only after the registration form and registration fee are completed.
Questions or need help registering? Feel free to contact us anytime.
Each week invites campers to explore imagination, emotion, and artistic expression through hands-on projects inspired by art movements, storytelling, and creativity.
Camp Kickoff and First Full Day
(register as 1 full day)
Color Me Curious: Art and Imagination
Campers begin the summer by exploring feelings, intentions, and creative voice through abstract expressionism. Students experiment with color, shape, and movement to express emotion and imagination. This week sets the tone for a joyful and expressive summer.
What We Explore:
• Expressing emotions through abstract art
• Color theory and mood
• Shapes, movement, and intuitive painting
• Letting go of perfection and trusting creativity
Featured Artists:
• Helen Frankenthaler
• Josef Albers
• Wassily Kandinsky
Artist Inspiration:
“Color is a power which directly influences the soul.” — Wassily Kandinsky
Dream Builders: Surrealism and Imagination
Campers explore dreams, symbolism, and storytelling through surrealism. Students learn how emotions, memories, and imagination can become powerful visual stories.
What We Explore:
• Dream-inspired art and symbolism
• Imaginative landscapes and portraits
• Collage, paint, and mixed media
• Creating personal dream diaries through art
Featured Artists:
• Salvador Dalí
• Frida Kahlo
Artist Inspiration:
“Paint your own reality.” — Frida Kahlo
Joy in Motion: Color, Shape, and Whimsy
Inspired by Henri Matisse, campers explore joyful color, expressive shapes, and movement through collage and mixed media. This week feels light, playful, and full of energy.
What We Explore:
• Cut-out art and collage
• Movement and visual rhythm
• Mixed media layering
• Whimsical, dreamlike compositions
Featured Artist:
• Henri Matisse
Artist Inspiration:
“There are always flowers for those who want to see them.” — Henri Matisse
From Sketch to Screen: The Art of Animation
Campers learn how drawings transform into stories through character design, storyboarding, and movement. Students develop patience, sequencing, and storytelling skills.
What We Explore:
• Character design and expression
• Storyboarding and visual narratives
• Flipbooks and illustrated storybooks
• Animation fundamentals
Featured Artists:
• Hayao Miyazaki
• Walt Disney
• Glen Keane
• Takashi Murakami
Artist Inspiration:
“Whatever you create, you must believe in it.” — Hayao Miyazaki
Nature’s Palette: Landscapes and Wonder
Inspired by Utah landscapes and National Parks, campers explore perspective, texture, and color in nature-based art.
What We Explore:
• Landscape composition
• Watercolor, chalk pastel, and texture
• Light, mood, and movement
• Expressive landscapes
Featured Artists:
• Georgia O’Keeffe
• Daniel Heidkamp
• Shara Hughes
Artist Inspiration:
“I found I could say things with color and shapes that I could not say any other way.” — Georgia O’Keeffe
Stitch by Stitch: Sewing and Soft Sculpture
Campers learn beginner hand-sewing skills while creating plushies and fabric-based art. This week builds patience, focus, and pride in handmade work.
What We Explore:
• Hand-sewing basics
• Fabric collage and soft sculpture
• Designing plush forms
• Creative problem-solving
Featured Artist:
• Faith Ringgold
Artist Inspiration:
“Anybody can be an artist if they believe in themselves.” — Faith Ringgold
Tiny Worlds: Bugs, Butterflies, and Beautiful Creatures
In collaboration with Wasatch Community Gardens
Campers explore nature’s smallest details through observation, sculpture, and imaginative habitats.
What We Explore:
• Observational drawing
• Pattern and symmetry
• 3D insect sculpture
• Creating habitats
Featured Artists:
• Charley Harper
• David Kracov
Artist Inspiration:
“Nature is never flat. Nature is always alive.” — Charley Harper
Closed July 24 for Pioneer Day. Register as
individual days.
Art in Bloom: Sculpture and Clay Creations
Campers explore sculpture using clay, mixed media, and recycled materials, creating playful and expressive forms.
What We Explore:
• Polymer and air-dry clay
• Texture and exaggeration
• Characters and creatures
• Creative experimentation
Featured Artists:
• Yoshitomo Nara
• Ken Price
• Nathalie Lété
Wearable Wonders: Upcycled Fashion and Wearable Art
Campers transform clothing and fabric into expressive wearable art.
Campers Bring:
• Two clothing items from home (T-shirt, jacket, jeans, pants, or dress)
What We Explore:
• Upcycling clothing
• Designing a custom tote bag
• Pattern, paint, and textile art
• Gallery-inspired design
Featured Artists:
• Yayoi Kusama
• Takashi Murakami
• Nick Cave
• Alexander Girard
Artist Inspiration:
“Creativity takes courage.”
Edible Art: Culinary Creations and Wearable Treats
Campers explore the playful connection between food and art through edible and non-edible creations.
What We Explore:
• Cookie dough sculpture
• Food-inspired clay charms and jewelry
• Mixed media experimentation
• Creative humor and imagination
Featured Artists:
• Wayne Thiebaud
• Claes Oldenburg
• Lucy Sparrow
Additional Fee:
$30 food experience fee for ingredients and a local restaurant visit.
Open Art Lab: Create From the Heart
Register as individual days.
The final days of camp offer a thoughtfully structured open studio. Campers receive clear prompts, guidance, and mentorship while creating work that reflects their personal voice.
What We Explore:
• Guided open-studio creation
• Choice-based projects
• Painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media
• Reflection and creative identity
Artist Reflection Project:
Each camper creates an original quote answering:
• What is art to me?
• Why does art inspire me?
Campers explore local parks, art galleries, museums, pools, and community spaces throughout the summer.
All trips are subject to change based on weather, safety considerations, or group consensus.
Families must pack nutritious lunches and snacks in a lunch bag with an ice pack.
We do not refrigerate or heat food.
Hot items should be sent preheated in a thermos.
Please note: Art Heart SLC is not a nut-free facility, though nut-free foods are preferred.
Art Heart SLC is a welcoming space for creative growth. Campers must be able to:
• Participate safely in group activities
• Follow instructions
• Remain with their group independently
We are unable to accommodate children who require one-on-one support, demonstrate persistent aggression, or present safety risks to others. This ensures a positive and safe experience for all campers.
Families must inform us of any behavioral history, safety concerns, or prior dismissals from programs. Transparency allows us to provide the safest and most supportive environment possible.
Immediate dismissal will be required for:
Scholarships
Partial scholarships are available. Families experiencing financial hardship are encouraged to reach out. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to create.
Please refer to our monthly calendars (June, July, August) for daily activities and field trip schedules.
Art Heart SLC is closed on all major holidays.
Participation in Art Heart SLC programs involves physical activity and may carry inherent risk. By enrolling, families agree to release, waive, and hold harmless Art Heart SLC, its staff, and affiliates from any liability related to injuries, losses, or damages incurred during camp activities, including transportation and field trips.
By enrolling, families grant permission for Art Heart SLC to photograph and/or video campers during activities. Media may be shared with families and used for promotional purposes, including website and social media. No personal information will be shared.
Not sure which weeks to choose or have questions about camp policies? Send us a message and we’ll help you find the right fit for your family.
With a grateful heart, we thank you for supporting the arts, local artists, and creative opportunities for children and families. Every class and event booked helps keep the arts thriving in Salt Lake City.
Thank you for being part of the Art Heart SLC community.
