2 sessions with 5 or fewer spots remaining
At the Portland Art Museum's summer camp, young artists will embark on a collaborative journey to build imaginary worlds. Through drawing, writing, and imaginative games, campers will create their own heroes and villains, develop captivating stories, and design unique characters and landscapes. Using a variety of hands-on materials like clay, paint, and recycled supplies, they will construct their characters and imagined realms, culminating in an exhibition for family and friends. This camp fosters a welcoming environment for creative problem-solving and collaboration.
Portland Art Museum is a arts & creative summer camp in Portland, OR for ages 8 to 15. Tuition starts at $425 and goes up to $640 per week. The camp runs full day sessions from 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Enrollment is currently closed. Dates are confirmed for Summer 2026.
8-15
$425-$640/week
Full Day
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
June 15 - Aug 21, weekly sessions
Sessions (10)
Building Imaginary Worlds // Heroes, Villains, and the Stories In-between
Create your own fantastical worlds filled with unique characters and epic stories. Using art, writing, and imaginative play, campers design heroes, villains, and the landscapes they inhabit.
Adventures in Procreate Drawings & Animation
Explore digital drawing and animation using Procreate! Campers will create original artwork and bring their drawings to life through animation techniques.
Stop Motion Magic // Exploring Basic Animation Skills
Discover the enchantment of stop motion animation! Campers will learn foundational techniques to animate objects and characters frame by frame.
Game Jam! // Design a Video Game Using Stop Motion Animation
Design and build your own video game using stop motion animation! Campers will create characters, levels, and gameplay while learning game design basics.
Frame by Frame // A Dream-Inspired Stop Motion Animation Camp
Create magical animations one frame at a time using stop motion techniques. Campers will build sets and characters to tell dream-inspired visual stories.
Animate the Beat // Create a Music Video with Procreate Dreams
Combine music and animation to create your own music video! Using digital tools, campers will animate characters and scenes synchronized with songs.
Sound to Screen // Make an Animated Music Video
Transform music into moving art by creating an animated music video. Campers will animate visuals that match songs of their choice.
Dreamscapes in Motion // A Collaborative Animation Camp
Bring dream-inspired ideas to life through collaborative animation! Campers will work together to design and animate imaginative scenes and characters.
Panels to Pages // The Art of Comics & Zines
Tell stories through sequential art! Campers will learn comic and zine-making techniques, creating their own illustrated narratives from start to finish.
Programs offered
Location
934 SW Salmon St., Portland, OR 97205
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Portland Art Museum cost?
- Portland Art Museum costs $425-$640/week per week.
- What ages does Portland Art Museum accept?
- Portland Art Museum accepts children ages 8 to 15.
- Is Portland Art Museum still accepting registrations?
- Portland Art Museum enrollment is currently closed. Visit the camp website for the most current availability.
- Where is Portland Art Museum located?
- Portland Art Museum is located at 934 SW Salmon St., Portland, OR 97205 in Portland, OR.
- What is the schedule for Portland Art Museum?
- Portland Art Museum offers full day sessions from 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
Data compiled for Summer 2026. Always verify details directly with the camp provider before registering.