Summer Schedule
Van Grow: Art Studio for Kids
Summer 2013!!!
June
June 3-7
June 10-14
June 17-21
June 24-28
July
July 4th Week!!
July 8-12
July 15-19
July 22-26
July 29-August 2
August
August 5-9
August 12-16
August 19-23
June 3-7
Dollhouse Camp / Unusual Architecture for Boys and Girls
M-F, 9-noon OR 2-5, $225, Ages 6+
Students get to design and create their own one of a kind structure. Sometimes the girls like to call them dollhouses, we just call them “buildings”. The sky is the limit. If they can dream it, we figure out a way to make it happen. They also get to be interior decorators and create all kinds of furniture, decorations, and people (or animals) to go inside.
Please specify on your child's registration form if you give them permission to use a hot glue gun.
Register!
June 3-7
Father/Son Robot Workshop
M-TH, 6:30-8, $160 per pair (+$80 for extra sibling)
Ages 6+ and a father figure
Projects will include drawing and painting on canvas, recycled junk sculptures, and clay.
Register!
June 10-14
Fashion Week
M-F, 9-5, $400, Ages 7+
Please send a nut free sack lunch, we will provide snacks.
Take a walk down the runway as you show off your designs from a week of creating one of a kind fashions and accessories! Designers will be given creative challenges in the sewing room, the jewelry studio, the accessory studio, and the drawing studio. Learn about costume history, figure drawing, and altered clothing. Michele Alford from the TCU Theater Department will be here to share a selection of period costumes and Kassie Moore from Kassie Moore Photography will be on hand for a fabulous photo shoot. She will be providing an 8X10 professional photo of each child as well as access to an online gallery of the Friday fashion show.
June 10-14
Adult/Child Hand building Clay Workshop
M-TH, 6:30-8, $160 per pair (+$80 for extra sibling)
Ages 6+ and an adult
Learn the basics of hand building clay projects together. Students will complete 2-3 projects each. The cost of this class includes returning to the studio to glaze projects during our regular hours.
June 17-21
Princess Art Week
M-F, 9-noon OR 2-5, $225, Ages 4+
Here ye! Here ye! All princesses are invited to a Royal Art Week at Van Grow. It will be a wonderful time of pink paint and sparkle glittered fun. The ladies will create a beautiful ensemble fit for a ball and decorations for their castle suites.
Princess Week is not complete without etiquette lessons in proper curtsies and draping of napkins. Their week will conclude with a fabulous tea party hosted by the Queen of Art! A royal mid-morning snack is provided each day. Kassie Moore from Kassie Moore Photography will be at the studio to capture your daughter in her princess attire. Each princess will receive a professional 8X10 photo as well as an online gallery of photos you can view and order.
Please note that we will be asking your princess to help us collect dresses for Princesses in need during the week.
June 17-21
Adult/Child Painting on Canvas Class
M-TH, 6:30-8, $160 per pair (+$80 for extra sibling)
Ages 6+ and an adult
Each student will replicate Van Gogh's Starry Night, a Mondrian painting, and a Jackson Pollock splatter painting. Six canvas paintings that will look amazing hanging in your home!
June 24-28
Dollhouse Camp / Unusual Architecture for Boys and Girls
M-F, 9-noon OR 2-5, $225, Ages 6+
Students get to design and create their own one of a kind structure. Sometimes the girls like to call them dollhouses, we just call them “buildings”. The sky is the limit. If they can dream it, we figure out a way to make it happen. They also get to be interior decorators and create all kinds of furniture, decorations, and people (or animals) to go inside.
Please specify on your child's registration form if you give them permission to use a hot glue gun.
July 4th Week!!
Monday, July 1st Tie Dye Party! Ages 6+
Grab a few friends and make an appointment, we'll be tie dying all day! $30 per student for a 2 hour appointment includes 2 projects. All supplies are provided.
Register for a time slot: 9-11, 12-2, 3-5
Register!
Tuesday, July 2nd Splatter Paint Play dates! Ages 6+
Grab a few friends and make an appointment, we'll be splattering all day! $25 per student for a 90 minute appointment includes 2 projects. Come dressed for a mess!
Register for a time slot: 10-11:30, 1-2:30, or 4-5:30
Register!
Wednesday, July 3rd Mother/Daughter Tea Sets – all ages
Schedule your appointment to paint a ceramic tea set with your daughter. Set will include the teapot, creamer, sugar, and 2 cups with saucers. We'll be there to provide any assistance with design, or you can totally do your own thing. This will be a beautiful keepsake! $125 includes all supplies, your time at the studio, firing of your pieces, plus a surprise treat. Mother and daughter can come and stay as long as they like, between 10 and 6.
Register!
Wednesday, July 3rd Family Night Paint your own Pottery, 6-10 p.m.
Come and paint together! Reserve your spot by filling out the online registration and paying the $2 per person registration fee. This will let us know how many seats to save you. The charge the evening of the event will be for what pottery is chosen plus sales tax. We have items ranging from $6-$100.
July 8-12
A Land Not So Far Away
M-F, 9-noon, $210, Ages 4-12
Take the “second star to the right, and straight on till morning.” Some say this land is “a lagoon with flamingos flying over it” and others, that it had “a flamingo with lagoons flying over it.” It is a place conceived in the minds of children, which is exactly why we should make them at Van Grow! As a nod to J.M.Barrie's imaginary world, students will be making their own one of a kind diorama from paper, clay, wood, and paint. Never a worry there matey, we won't forget the pirates and mermaids! We'll have plenty of nautical themed arts and crafts as well.
July 15-19
A Land Not So Far Away
M-F, 9-noon, $210, Ages 4-12
Take the “second star to the right, and straight on till morning.” Some say this land is “a lagoon with flamingos flying over it” and others, that it had “a flamingo with lagoons flying over it.” It is a place conceived in the minds of children, which is exactly why we should make them at Van Grow! As a nod to J.M.Barrie's imaginary world, students will be making their own one of a kind diorama from paper, clay, wood, and paint. Never a worry there matey, we won't forget the pirates and mermaids! We'll have plenty of nautical themed arts and crafts as well.
July 22-26
Collage Workshop
M-F, 9-noon, $210, Ages 6+
Self Portrait collages, 3-D collages, recycled art collages, animal collages, you name it....we'll glue it.
July 22-26
When in Rome
M-F, 2-5,$210, Ages 7+
Van Grow is going on a virtual vacation to the grand city of Rome, Italy! Join us for a fascinating week of discovery. We will be visiting the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and Vatican City (the Sistine Chapel!). We'll be studying Leonardo DaVinci, Michelangelo and more. Students will be drawing, painting, and working with clay.
July 29-August 2
Amazon Art Adventure
M-F, 9-noon, $210, Ages 4-12
Take a trip through the rainforest! Fabulous art fun using the colorful creatures of the rainforest as inspiration. This class features a large canvas painting + clay, collage and craft projects.
July 29-August 2
A Visit to Paris
M-F, 2-5, $210, Ages 7+
Van Grow is going on a virtual vacation to the grand city of Paris, France! Join us for a fascinating week of discovery. We will be visiting the Louvre museum to learn about famous works of art and discover local landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and the Seine. Students will be drawing, painting, and working with clay.
August 5-9
Animation
M-F, 9-5, $375 Please send a nut free sack lunch, we will provide snacks.
Ages 9+
Students will learn about clay animation, they will develop their own plot, script, characters and animate their own film. They will also learn about special effects, including green screen. Patience is a must for this camp. Your dvd is sent to you in the mail about one month later.
August 5-9
Favorite Fairy Tales
M-F, 9-noon, $210, Ages 4-6
Popcorn snacks and story telling each day followed by arts and crafts inspired by favorite fairy tales!
August 5-9
Shadow Boxes!
M-F, 2-5, $210, Ages 7+
Learn about artist Joseph Cornell and create original shadow boxes from created and assembled items.
August 12-16
Animation
M-F, 9-5, $375 Please send a nut free sack lunch, we will provide snacks.
Ages 9+
Students will learn about clay animation, they will develop their own plot, script, characters and animate their own film. They will also learn about special effects, including green screen. Patience is a must for this camp. Your dvd is sent to you in the mail about one month later.
August 12-16
Underwater Adventure
M-F, 9-12, $210, for ages 4-12
Take a dive! We'll be going on an imaginary exploration to sunken ships and the deepest sea creatures. Students will learn about amazing sea life while they draw, paint, and sculpt their own creations.
August 19-23
Old Macdonald had some glue...sticky sticky stick
M-F, 9-12, $210, for ages 4-5
All arts and crafts with a barnyard theme! Kiddos will make a cool barn diorama with clay animals, paper collages, ceramics, and drawing and painting lessons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I register without paying?
We need a registration form and payment to confirm your child's enrollment. The summer is very busy, this helps us organize effectively and order supplies.
How do I register?
Registration is on-going until a class is filled. Please see the website for class availability.
Register online or call 817.348.0505 to register by phone with a Visa/Mastercard/Discover
if paying by check, mail to:
Van Grow
3434 W. 7 th St.
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
You will receive a confirmation call when we receive it.
Or, stop by the studio any time between Tuesday-Saturday, 10-6.
Do you have a sibling discount?
We do not.
Paint on the clothes!
Art is messy! You can assume that every time your child comes to Van Grow, they will leave with paint on their clothes. Please dress them appropriately. Van Grow provides a rare opportunity for your child to be as messy as they want…take advantage of it! We do provide paint smocks but they don't always help.
How do I know if there is room in a class?
We'll keep the website as updated as possible. Also, if we receive a registration form for a full class, we will contact you immediately and ask if you want to be on the waiting list.
The camp I want is full, what are my chances on the waiting list?
Pretty good! Usually we have some shifting around and are able to accommodate. If it's not looking good for you, we'll let you know so you can make other plans.
Do you give refunds?
Sorry, no. If you register your child for a class and you have a change of schedule, we ask that you accept a studio credit to be used at another time. Studio credit will be given ONLY if you contact us BEFORE the day of class. “No Shows” do not receive a studio credit. We are usually able to fill a spot in a class with someone on a waiting list, but if you don't tell us, then we can't do that and we lose out. When you register for a class, we immediately start planning for supplies and employees based on your registration. We REALLY appreciate your understanding in this policy. Studio credits do not have an expiration, you can reschedule a class at any time.
What time should I arrive?
We always open the doors 15 minutes prior to a session beginning. We ask that you wait until we open the doors so that we can properly prepare for class. If it is your first time coming to Van Grow we encourage you to arrive then, look around, and meet the staff.
Is it ok to be late?
It's hard to start the class without everyone because then we have to start over again each time someone shows up. Please make it a point to be as timely as you can.
YOUR PARKING LOT IS TOO SMALL!!!!
Yes, we know, it's awful. Here are some helpful hints:
- The best idea is to park on 6 th street and walk your child to Van Grow.
- Or, consider arriving 15 minutes prior to class.
- ALWAYS exit through the alley to 6 th street to avoid a bottleneck situation.
Can we enter through the front door?
Sorry, no. Please always enter through the back doors. It is for your child's safety that everyone enters and exits through one open monitored door. The front door is used for emergencies only.
My child has a severe allergy.
Please call the studio at 817.348.0505 to discuss your child's condition. Also, remind us of your child's allergies every time you enroll your child in a class. We sometimes serve little treats or have a food related craft. We need to know about ALL food allergies on the registration form as well as being reminded when you drop your child off.
Do you use toxic art materials like glue or aerosol sprays?
No. We do not use any type of aerosol sprays inside the building and only non-toxic glue. We do not use any paint that would require paint thinner.
Is my child safe at Van Grow?
Yes, to the best of our knowledge. We do not use any hazardous products, or dangerous tools around your child. Sometimes the staff use hot glue guns and they are cautiously monitored.
Do you do background checks on your employees?
Yes, everyone.
Can just anyone come into Van Grow during classes?
No, we keep the doors locked at all times.
