Adults & University Students

images, words, or gestures used to create and imply meaning

art representing a person or figure

the way the elements of art are arranged for the viewer, often this affects the works interpretation and the way the art and its meaning are perceived

the way an artwork is seen, interpreted and understood by viewers

looking at a person or figures face and body as if they were facing you

a simple design used to represent a brand, person or company (example: Nike swoosh, McDonald’s M)

representing you or referencing how an artist shares their emotions, opinions and ideas

television, radio, social media, newspapers and other organizations that share information publically

What are symbols? How do we use symbols and where have you seen symbols used? How and why do artists use symbolism?

How did you see symbols used in the various artwork in the galleries?

How is symbolism used to provide information about an individual in a portrait? How is symbolism used to communicate other ideas within artwork?

What images and symbols look like America to you?

What words would you use to describe the country and your feelings about it?

What does America mean to you?

Drawing paper

Pencils, erasers

Colored pencils

Magazines and newspapers

Glue

Scissors

Age: Rising 1st – 6th Graders

Available for siblings enrolling in the same week

• June 3-7
• June 10-14
• June 17-21
• June 24-28
• July 8-12
• July 15-19
• July 22-26
• July 29 – August 2

9am to 4pm each day

Available for students attending Title 1 schools.

• Non-members: $300 per week
• Museum members (Passport level and above): $240 per week

Assist camp instructors as needed

Help prep and facilitate daily art activities

Lead campers through the art galleries and sculpture garden

Help campers explore a wide variety of art mediums and tools

Maintain a safe environment by keeping classroom clean and organized

Assist and lead outdoor activities

Must be 13-17 at the time of application

Comfortable working with children

Available to volunteer during one full week of camp. Teens have the option of exclusively working the morning or afternoon sessions of camp.

Must be 13-17 at the time of application

Comfortable working with children

Available to volunteer during one full week of camp. Teens have the option of exclusively working the morning or afternoon sessions of camp.