Explore water as a powerful force in both nature and art. Through looking at artworks in LACMA’s galleries, hands‑on studio projects, and creative discussions, we'll discover how artists across cultures have represented oceans, rivers, rain, and water rituals, then experiment with drawing, sculpture, mixed media, and storytelling to create original artworks that reflect water’s beauty, movement, and importance to life on Earth. Taught by artist Beatriz Jaramillo

Learn unique skills in a creative environment at this introduction to textile arts. After exploring LACMA’s permanent collection and special exhibitions for inspiration and to ignite creativity, we'll explore various hands-on processes like weaving, mending with patches, fabric collage, embroidery, and other fiber art techniques. Taught by artist Connie Rohman.

Many artists find inspiration in their everyday life—waiting at a bus stop, playing your favorite sport, or noticing small moments during the day can all become the starting point for art. We'll explore these moments and transform them into sculptures, watercolors, and a collaborative zine at a fun and creative space for curious minds and imaginative spirits to turn ordinary moments into big creations! Taught by artist Patricia Yossen.

Explore art from the perspective of the life sciences. We'll observe nature on LACMA's campus using binoculars, maps, compasses, and field notebooks and examine nature-themed work in the museum’s collection, then focus on our drawing skills by practicing some of the rigorous techniques used by science illustrators throughout the ages. All levels are welcome. Taught by artist and wildlife biologist Stacey Vigallon.

What makes for a memorable adventure at the museum? We'll expand our curiosity with a variety of artistic adventures, experimenting with an array of materials and techniques, visiting the museum galleries with fascinating questions in mind, and creating a collaborative work of art along with our individual pieces. Taught by artist Elly Dallas.

Stay cool this summer by discovering art made in the shade, from a backyard tea party and breezy gardens to soccer fields and mysterious garage.

Inspired by sculptures like Three Quintains (Hello Girls) by Alexander Calder, this class explores the exciting world of kinetic art—art that moves! Using paper, paper clips, scissors, and glue sticks, we'll experiment with color, balance, and abstract shapes as we design and build our own kinetic sculptures. Through playful making and discovery, we'll see how simple materials can create artworks that balance, spin, sway, and dance in the air. Taught by artist Maggie Latorre.

Spend a week strolling through LACMA’s galleries while looking at beautiful art, from miniature soccer players to French landscape paintings and portraits to gorgeous dresses from China. After exploring the artistic wonderland of the museum, we'll make our own incredible drawings, paintings, sculptures, and prints. Taught by artist Rosanne Kleinerman. 

Discover art from around the world and dream of painting in the French countryside, scoring a goal on the soccer field, and creating textiles influenced by Chinese fashion.

Grab your creative passport! Each day campers, we'll travel to a different part of the world by exploring artworks in the museum and learning about artists from diverse cultures. Inspired by these discoveries, we'll create our own paintings, sculptures, and mixed-media projects. Taught by artist Jesus Mascorro.