School Holiday Camp April 2026

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Each Day, 2 unique arts & crafts, creative games and activities with lots of fun.
Suitable for ages 5 to 12 yr olds
Cost: Half day $65 and Full day $110 (NSW Creative Kids Vouchers accepted)
To Bring: Kids should pack their drinks and snacks for session breaks and lunch if staying full day

 

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
7/04/26  9am – 12pm 8/04/26  9am – 12pm 9/04/26  9am – 12pm 10/04/26  9am – 12pm
 

 

 Ceramic – Animal Bowl

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Pottery – Dog Bowl

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Slime Making & Plaster Painting Details Designer Bag

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7/04/26  1pm – 4pm 8/04/26  1pm – 4pm 9/04/26  1pm – 4pm 10/04/26  1pm – 4pm
Slime Making & Plaster Painting Details   Canvas Painting – Dog

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 Ceramic – Koala Mug

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 Pottery – Water Lillies

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13/04/26  9am – 12pm 14/04/26  9am – 12pm 15/04/26  9am – 12pm 16/04/26  9am – 12pm 17/04/26  9am – 12pm
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 Ceramic – Fish Tile

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Slime Making & Plaster Painting Details Canvas Painting – Flowers

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 Modelling Clay Art- Peacock
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13/04/26 1pm – 4pm 14/04/26  1pm – 4pm 15/04/26  1pm – 4pm 16/04/26  1pm – 4pm 17/04/26  1pm – 4pm
Pottery – Lucky Cat (Maneki-Neko)

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Canvas Painting – Poppy Field

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Modelling Clay Art –  Arctic Penguin


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Ceramic – Cow Plate

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Slime Making & Plaster Painting Details

 

Ceramic painting

A fantastic hands-on activity for kids, and it’s wonderful that their creations will become functional, usable, and food-safe items. Here’s a step-by-step guide for teaching kids how to decorate and paint ceramic pieces using different techniques:

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Introduction and Inspiration:
    • Show the kids examples of painted ceramics and different techniques to inspire their creativity.
  2. Cleaning and Preparing Ceramic Pieces:
    • Ensure the ceramic pieces are clean and free of dust or debris before starting.
  3. Base Coating:
    • Begin by applying a base coat to the ceramic pieces using ceramic paint. Discuss color choices and how they can affect the final outcome.
  4. Technique Demonstrations:
    • Demonstrate various painting techniques, such as brushstrokes, stippling, sponging, and detailing.
  5. Layering and Detailing:
    • Discuss the concept of layering colors and adding details to create depth and interest in their designs.
  6. Texture Techniques:
    • Introduce the use of sponges or cotton swabs for creating textures on the ceramic surface.
  7. Drying Break:
    • Allow time for the painted pieces to dry completely before proceeding to the next step.
  8. Glazing and Firing:
    • Explain the process of glazing and firing, and let the kids know that their pieces will be left in the studio for this process.
  9. Pick-Up Information:
    • Provide details about when the painted pieces will be ready for pick-up after glazing and firing, typically within 10 days.
  10. Celebration and Display:
    • Once the ceramic pieces are ready for pick-up, celebrate the kids’ achievements and display their functional artworks.
Clay Hand Building

Teaching children how to create clay sculptures or pottery objects is a fantastic hands-on activity that allows for artistic expression and creativity. Here’s a step-by-step guide for the entire process, including slow drying, glazing, and firing:

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Introduction:

  • Briefly discuss the basics of clay sculpting or pottery and show examples of finished pieces.

2. Sculpting:

  • Provide a demonstration on basic clay sculpting techniques, emphasizing hand-building or coil-building for beginners.
  • Offer guidance and assistance as needed.

3. Glazing:

  • Introduction:
    • Explain the glazing process and show examples of glazed ceramics.
  • Choosing Colors:
    • Provide a variety of glaze colors for the children use
  • Hands-On Activity:
    • Guide the children in applying glazes to their clay pieces. Emphasize the importance of even application and creativity.

4. Slow Drying:

  • Labeling:
    • Label each child’s creation to ensure proper identification.
  • Storage:
    • Place the pieces in a designated area where they can slowly dry over the next few weeks.

5. Firing:

  • Kiln Operation:
    • Have an experienced adult operate the kiln to fire the glazed pieces.

6. Pickup Information:

  • Notify Parents:
    • Inform parents or guardians that the fired pieces will be ready for pick up three weeks after the class.

7. Celebration and Display:

  • Display Finished Pieces:
    • Once the pieces are ready, display them in a designated area for everyone to admire.

Slime Making and Plaster Painting

Creating stretchy and puffy slime followed by painting plaster figurines sounds like a fun and dynamic activity for kids! Here’s a step-by-step guide for the entire process:

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Plaster Painting:

  • Introduction:
    • Introduce plaster figurines as the next creative project.
  • Figurine Selection:
    • Each child chooses a plaster figurine to paint.
  • Painting:
    • Provide acrylic paints, brushes, and water cups.
    • Encourage the kids to paint their chosen figurines with vibrant colors and creative designs.
  • Drying Break:
    • Allow time for the painted figurines to dry.
  • Display and Take-Home:
    • Once the figurines are fully dry, display them for everyone to see.
    • Inform the kids that they can take their painted plaster figurines home after the activity.

2. Break Time:

  • Provide a break for the kids to enjoy their slime, perhaps with a snack or refreshments.

3. Slime Making:

  • Introduction:
    • Start with a brief introduction to the chemistry behind slime and its fun properties.
  • Basic Slime:
    • In a bowl, mix white school glue with a small amount of contact lens solution until the slime forms.
    • Add baking soda to enhance stretchiness.
    • Optional: Add food coloring for extra fun.
  • Puffy Slime:
    • In a separate bowl, mix white school glue with a small amount of contact lens solution until the slime forms.
    • Add baking soda to enhance stretchiness and combining shaving foam
    • Mix until the slime becomes fluffy.
  • Playtime:
    • Allow the kids to play with and explore the textures of both stretchy and puffy slime.

Bag Design

This guide provides a step-by-step guide for kids to draw and paint on a Calico Bag. The materials include fabric paints, paintbrushes, and sponges. The workspace is set up with aprons and paper towels. The theme is introduced, and the design is sketched using light pencil strokes. The kids experiment with techniques and layer shades for depth. The artwork is dried and embellished with markers, names, and embellishments.

Canvas – Button Art

Get ready for a hands-on creative adventure! Children will begin by painting their very own design onto a blank canvas—whether it’s a rainbow, rocket ship, or a wild swirl of colours, the possibilities are endless. Once the paint dries, they’ll dive into a treasure trove of vibrant buttons in all shapes and sizes. With guidance, they’ll select and arrange their favourites to embellish their artwork, adding texture, sparkle, and personality.
This activity encourages fine motor skills, colour recognition, and imaginative expression. Plus, every child leaves with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece they’ll be proud to hang on the wall. 🎨✨ Super cute, super fun, and totally frame-worthy

Diorama using Modelling clay

When using modeling clay to teach kids how to make a model, you can guide them through a series of steps to help them understand the basics of modeling and creativity.

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Introduction
    • Explain the Project: Show them a finished example they will be creating (e.g., a simple clay cat or dog).
    • Discuss the Tools: Briefly demonstrate the use of any tools and how they can help shape the clay.
  2. Painting

    • background painting: let the kids pick the colors they want to use for different parts of their model.
  3. Creating Basic Shapes

    • Body Shape: Guide them to form the main body of the object by rolling the clay into a ball or an oval shape.
    • Head and Limbs: Help them shape smaller pieces of clay into the head, legs, and tail. Demonstrate how to attach these pieces to the body.
  4. Adding Details

    • Facial Features: Show them how to make eyes, ears, and a nose using small pieces of clay. They can use a tool or their fingers to add texture and detail.
    • Finishing Touches: Teach them how to smooth out seams and blend parts together with a little water and their fingers.
  5.  Displaying
    • Display Options: Suggest ways they can display their models once they are complete, such as creating a small base or stand from extra clay.