At NW Film Camp, young creators can turn their cinematic dreams into reality. Younger campers (8-11) in the EpicVerse program will explore their fandoms by creating original characters and producing their own short films. Older campers (12-18) can choose from three redesigned Filmmaker Camps, where they'll learn everything from storytelling and directing to advanced cinematography and editing with professional-grade equipment. It's a collaborative, hands-on experience where kids don't just make movies—they make friends and find their creative voice.
Northwest Film Center Summer Workshops is a arts & creative summer camp in Portland, OR for ages 10 to 18. Tuition starts at $350 and goes up to $520 per week. The camp runs full day sessions from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Enrollment is currently open. Dates are confirmed for Summer 2026.
10-18
$350-$520/week
Full Day
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
June 22 - August 14, 2026, weekly sessions
Sessions (10)
Building Imaginary Worlds // Heroes, Villains, and the Stories in-between
Create bold heroes, wily villains, and imaginary worlds using drawing, writing, and hands-on art materials like clay, paint, and fabric.
Adventures in Procreate Drawing & Animation
Learn digital drawing and animation using Procreate to bring your sketches to life through movement, storytelling, and design thinking.
Stop Motion Magic // Exploring Basic Animation Skills
Learn stop motion animation basics by building puppets and miniature environments, then animating them frame by frame using iPads.
Game Jam! // Design a Video Game Using Stop Motion Animation
Work as a creative team to develop an exploration-based video game from concept to prototype using stop motion animation and game design.
Frame by Frame // A Dream-Inspired Stop Motion Animation Camp
Explore the connection between visual art, dreams, and stop motion animation using clay, paper, fabric, and found objects.
Animate the Beat // Create a Music Video with Procreate Dreams
Transform music into motion by creating an original animated music video using Procreate Dreams, learning animation techniques and collaboration skills.
Dreamscapes in Motion // A Collaborative Animation Camp
Transform inspiration from art, dreams, and film into animated stories using paper cutouts, rotoscoping, and digital tools.
Panels to Pages // The Art of Comics & Zines
Learn to create comics and zines by exploring how images and words combine to tell powerful stories through graphic novels and illustrated narratives.
Building DJ Skills // Tracks, Transitions, and Mixing
Master professional DJ equipment and techniques including beatmatching, mixing, and transitions while building your own party-ready mixes.
Programs offered
Location
934 SW Salmon St, Portland, OR 97205
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Northwest Film Center Summer Workshops cost?
- Northwest Film Center Summer Workshops costs $350-$520/week per week.
- What ages does Northwest Film Center Summer Workshops accept?
- Northwest Film Center Summer Workshops accepts children ages 10 to 18.
- Is Northwest Film Center Summer Workshops still accepting registrations?
- Northwest Film Center Summer Workshops enrollment is currently open. Visit the camp website for the most current availability.
- Where is Northwest Film Center Summer Workshops located?
- Northwest Film Center Summer Workshops is located at 934 SW Salmon St, Portland, OR 97205 in Portland, OR.
- What is the schedule for Northwest Film Center Summer Workshops?
- Northwest Film Center Summer Workshops offers full day sessions from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Data compiled for Summer 2026. Always verify details directly with the camp provider before registering.