School Holiday Camp Dec 26/Jan 2027

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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 $68 and Full day $115(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
17/12/26  9am – 12pm 18/12/26  9am – 12pm
Slime Making & Plaster Painting Details Pottery – Cat

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17/12/26  1pm – 4pm 18/12/26  1pm – 4pm
 

 

  

 

 Ceramic – Santa Plate Details

 

 Slime Making & Plaster Painting

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21/12/26  9am – 12pm 22/12/26  9am – 12pm 23/12/26  9am – 12pm 24/12/26  9am – 12pm
 

Ceramic – Watermelon Plate Details

 

 Canvas –  Snowman Painting Slime Making & Plaster Painting Details Pottery – Monster

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21/12/26  1pm – 4pm 22/12/26  1pm – 4pm 23/12/26  1pm – 4pm 24/12/26  1pm – 4pm
Slime Making & Plaster Painting

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Pottery – Owl Pot Details

 

 

 Ceramic – Watermelon Plate Details

 

 Reindeer Bag

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13/01/27  9am – 12pm 14/01/27  9am – 12pm 15/01/27  9am – 12pm
 

 

 Slime Making & Plaster Painting

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 Ceramic – Pet Plate Details

 

 Modelling Clay

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13/01/27  1pm – 4pm 14/01/27  1pm – 4pm 15/01/27  1pm – 4pm
 

 

 Pottery – Turtle Details

 

 

 Canvas –  Snowman Painting

 

 Slime Making & Plaster Painting

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18/01/27  9am – 12pm 19/01/27  9am – 12pm 20/01/27  9am – 12pm 21/01/27  9am – 12pm 22/01/27  9am – 12pm
Ceramic – Emoji Mug  Details  

Puppet Making  Details

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Pottery – Snake Box Details

 

 Slime Making & Plaster Painting Details
18/01/27  1pm – 4pm 19/01/27  1pm – 4pm 20/01/27  1pm – 4pm 21/01/27  1pm – 4pm 22/01/27  1pm – 4pm
Slime Making & Plaster Painting Details Pottery – House Number Details

 

 

 Ceramic – Turtle Plate Details

 

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 Canvas –  Snowman Painting

 
25/01/27  9am – 12pm 26/01/27  9am – 12pm 27/01/27  9am – 12pm 28/01/27  9am – 12pm
Slime Making & Plaster Painting Details  

 

  

Ceramic – Turtle Plate  Details

 

  

Canvas –

 
25/01/27  1pm – 4pm 26/01/27  1pm – 4pm 27/01/27  1pm – 4pm 28/01/27  1pm – 4pm
Modelling Clay

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 Slime Making & Plaster Painting Details

 

 

 Pottery – Details

 

  

 

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.
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.

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.