Summer Art Camps for Children Who Love to Create
San Carlos & Redwood City

A thoughtfully designed, skill-building art experience where children develop real techniques, creative confidence, and a deep sense of pride in their work.

Led by professional artists. Designed for meaningful creative growth.
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Save Through June 1, 2026

Early enrollment pricing ends June 1, 2026 | Limited to 25 children per camp

A Thoughtfully Designed Summer Experience

Summer offers something rare—space to explore, create, and grow in ways that don’t always fit into the school year.

At Dragonfly Designs, we intentionally design each day to balance meaningful creative work with the freedom and joy of childhood.

Each day is intentionally structured to support:

  • creative problem-solving
  • technical skill development
  • independent thinking
  • and a genuine sense of accomplishment

We believe children are deeply capable—and we treat them that way.

 

They are introduced to real artistic tools, techniques, and processes in an environment that is both supportive and appropriately challenging.

Through this work, children develop the ability to explore ideas, approach challenges from multiple perspectives, and create original solutions.

At the same time, we hold space for what makes summer meaningful:

  • time outdoors
  • connection with peers
  • and unstructured moments to imagine, explore, and simply be

Because growth doesn’t happen through structure alone—it happens through a balance of
focus, freedom, and experience.

Children leave with more than finished pieces. They leave with the skills, confidence, and curiosity to continue creating.

Location

Two Peninsula Locations, Thoughtfully Selected for Convenience

Redwood City — Messiah Lutheran Church

Serving Redwood City, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Woodside

Beading Basics: Jewelry Skills for Beginners
6/8 – 6/12, 6/22 – 6/26, 8/3 – 8/7
Ages 7-11

Bead & Bloom Camp: Jewelry Studio for Kids
6/8 – 6/12, 7/6 – 7/10
Ages 8-13

The Color Lab: Art Meets Science Camp
6/15 – 6/19, 7/20 – 7/24, 7/27 –
7/31
Ages 5-7

STEAM Explorers Camp: Color Chemistry & Creativity
6/15 – 6/19
Ages 8-13

Fairy Garden Camp
6/22 – 6/26, 8/3 – 8/7
Ages 7-12

Retro Revival: 70’s Art Camp for Kids
6/29 – 7/3
Ages 7-13

Groovy Dye Lab: Tie Dye Spin Art & Retro Vibes
7/6 – 7/10, 7/13 – 7/17
Ages 7-12

Print & Dye Camp: Stamp Carving, Block Print & Tie Dye
7/13 – 7/17
Ages 10-15

Creative Fusion Camp: Art, Jewelry Making, & Friendship Making Fun
7/27 – 7/31
Ages 8-12

Beads & Business: Jewelry Startup Camp
7/20 – 7/24
Ages 10-15

Fairy Garden Mini Camp
8/10 — 8/11
Ages 7-12

San Carlos — Charter School

Serving San Carlos, Belmont, Redwood Shores, San Mateo

Creative Explorers: Art Camp of Discovery!
6/15 – 6/18
Ages 5-11

The Color Lab: Art Meets Science Camp
6/15 – 6/18
Ages 5-11

Fairy Garden Camp
6/22 – 6/26
Ages 5-11

Creative Fusion Camp: Art, Jewelry Making, & Friendship Making Fun
6/22 – 6/26
Ages 5-11

Retro Revival: 70’s Art Camp for Kids
6/29 -7/2
Ages 7-12

Little Sparkles Summer Camp: Jewelry-Making & Creative Fun
6/29 -7/2
Ages 5-7

Beading Basics Camp: Jewelry Skills for Beginners
7/6 – 7/10
Ages 7-11

Beads & Business: Jewelry Startup Camp
7/6 – 7/10
Ages 10-15

STEAM Explorers: Color Chemistry & Creativity
7/13 – 7/17
Ages 8-12

Creative Fusion Camp: Art, Jewelry Making, & Friendship Making Fun
7/13-7/17
Ages 5-11

Jewelry-Making Camp: Design, Shine & Connect!
7/20 – 7/24
Ages 7-13

Metal & Leather Jewelry Making Camp
7/20 – 7/24
Ages 9-14

Groovy Dye Lab: Tie Dye Spin Art & Retro Vibes
7/27 – 7/31
Ages 7-12

Textiles & Fiber Arts Camp: Creative Designs & Crafting Fun
7/27 – 7/31
Ages 9-13

Choose Your Week

Select the Week that Fits Your Summer

Each week offers a distinct creative focus. Choose based on your child’s interests and age

Choose By Interest

Or Begin with What Your Child Loves Most

Creative Exploration

A broad, engaging introduction to mixed media and artistic discovery

Textile, Dye & Surface Design

Hands-on, process-driven work with bold visual outcomes

Art + STEAM

Where artistic expression meets scientific exploration

Jewelry & Design

Precision-based work using real tools and techniques to create wearable pieces

Imaginative & Nature-Inspired

Story-driven experiences rooted in creativity and environment

Social Proof

A Trusted Experience for Bay Area Families

“My child was so proud of what they created.”
“They came home excited every day.”
“The instructors are exceptional—skilled and deeply engaging.”
“This was the highlight of our summer.”

20+ years of art education and creative programming

What Makes This Different

An Approach Rooted in Real Artistic Practice

Our camps are designed and taught by working artists.
Children are introduced to:

  • real tools
  • real techniques
  • and thoughtful, process-driven creation

Each child creates work that reflects their own ideas—not a pre-set outcome.

Outcomes

What Children Take With Them

  • Confidence in their creative voice
  • A deeper understanding of how to make and design
  • Work they are proud to share
  • The experience of being taken seriously as a creator

For many children, this becomes the beginning of how they see themselves.

Details

  • 9:00am – 4:00pm
  • Nut-free environment
  • All materials included
  • $625/week
  • Sibling pricing available

Plan a Summer that Feels Meaningful

Early enrollment pricing ends June 1, 2026 | Limited to 25 children per camp

Spark Joy & Creativity

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