In this unique and hands-on experience, participants ages 13 and up will explore the intricacies of sculpting personalized portrait busts using a diverse range of materials, including air dry clay, wire, tinfoil, and more.

Students will commence their artistic odyssey by constructing a sturdy base for their sculptures. This foundational step ensures stability and sets the stage for the subsequent creative process. As you progress, discover the art of incorporating various materials to enhance your sculpture's structural integrity, achieving a seamless and polished finish. The focal point of the class revolves around the creation of personalized portrait busts, allowing you to express your artistic vision through the tactile medium of clay.

Whether you aspire to capture the essence of a loved one, a pet, an influential figure, or even your own visage, the possibilities are as diverse as the faces that inspire you.

 *Camp is held at Nossi College of Art & Design at 590 Creative Way Nashville, TN 37115*Member discount: 10%

Non-members: 10% discount for registering for multiple weeks and/or all-day camp. Use promo code SUMMERFUN at check out.

*Only one discount can be used per camper.

This course helps students ages 13 and up build confidence in the techniques of basic cookery. The development of knife skills, protein fabrication, sauces, and multitasking is accentuated.

This Course explores the use of ingredients in the preparation of traditional and contemporary cuisine. Sautéing, Grilling, Braising, and Roasting skills are enhanced. The concepts of mise en place, timelines, plate presentation, and teamwork are introduced and stressed. Students will work up to producing full course meals.

 *Camp is held at Nossi College of Art & Design at 590 Creative Way Nashville, TN 37115*Member discount: 10%

Non-members: 10% discount for registering for multiple weeks and/or all-day camp. Use promo code SUMMERFUN at check out.

*Only one discount can be used per camper.

This intermediate/advance digital art course for campers ages 13 and up delves deep into the art of portrait drawing, focusing on developing a comprehensive understanding of facial anatomy and honing the skills required to create lifelike portraits.

Through a series of structured lessons, students will embark on a journey of understanding the underlying bone structure of the face to the nuances of facial features and expressions. The course begins with an in-depth exploration of facial anatomy. Building upon this foundation, students will then progress to the study of individual facial features, including eyes, noses, mouths, and ears. Through guided exercises and demonstrations, students will learn techniques to accurately capture the unique characteristics of each feature.

Students will have the opportunity to apply their newfound knowledge and skills to create portraits of themselves, classmates, and other characters from reference images. Emphasis will be placed on capturing likeness and personality. Guidance will be provided on digital drawing techniques, including layering, blending, and digital brush usage, to help students achieve professional-quality results. By the end of the course, students will have developed a strong proficiency in digital portrait art.

 *Camp is held at Nossi College of Art & Design at 590 Creative Way Nashville, TN 37115*Member discount: 10%

Non-members: 10% discount for registering for multiple weeks and/or all-day camp. Use promo code SUMMERFUN at check out.

*Only one discount can be used per camper.