Fine Arts
CAMP
Explore the elements and principles of design while learning about influential artists throughout history. Campers will create their own artwork using professional materials and learn fundamental artistic techniques. The session culminates in an art exhibition where family and friends are invited to celebrate the campers' masterpieces.
JUNE 2-6, 2025
Cardboard
CAMP
It’s time to think outside of the box! Transform cardboard into amazing 3D creations at Cardboard Camp! Campers will craft unique sculptures, puppets, and games both individually and as a team. The session concludes with an art exhibition where family and friends can explore the campers' imaginative cardboard masterpieces.
JUNE 9-13, 2025
Art Explorers
CAMP
Learn from professional artists in this unique camp featuring a different art medium each day! Explore mosaic, collage, painting, printmaking, tie-dye and more while gaining insight into artistic processes and careers. The session concludes with an exhibition where family and friends can view the campers' diverse creations.
JUNE 16-20, 2025
Upcycled Fashion
CAMP
Transform everyday clothing into wearable art! Learn various techniques to create your own unique collection, using provided materials or your own clothing. The week culminates in a fashion show where family and friends can marvel at your creative transformations.
JUNE 23-27, 2025
Pinellas County youth may be eligible for a SHAMc Summer Camp Grant, courtesy of Creative Pinellas, if any of the following applies:
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Receive a free or reduced-cost school lunch
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Live in a foster home or group home
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In the custody of the Department of Children and Families
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Receive financial hardship tuition or scholarship
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Live in East Tarpon Springs, North Greenwood, Highpoint, Lealman Corridor, or South St. Petersburg
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Attend a “transitional” or “transformational” school, according to the Pinellas County Board of Education
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Go to a Title 1 school as listed at https://www.pcsb.org/Page/10735
Applications for the Creative Pinellas grant open March 3
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Questions
SHAMc Summer Camps are welcome and accessible to all. Bear in mind, this is an art environment and can be overstimulating to some individuals.
All of our camp registration is handled through Eventbrite. Please click on a link above to be directed to that camp’s registration.
When a camp reaches capacity, a waitlist is enabled. If a spot opens, waitlisted individuals are notified in the order they joined. You have 24 hours to register before the next person is contacted.
No, we do not. Drop off is at 9 am and pick up is at 3 pm. Please be respectful and pick up/drop off at the specified times.
No. SHAMc is an open-air environment with lots of fans. We provide popsicles throughout the day to help campers stay cool.
No! We recommend bringing a few water bottles for your child as it gets hot during the day.
Street parking available except where curbs are painted yellow. Some city lots nearby. Do not park in the Gigglewaters parking lot adjacent to Daydreamers Cafe. You may be towed.
Sorry, no pets are allowed. Only approved service animals are permitted inside venue.
No. Each day, campers will need to bring their own lunches, snacks, and ample water for the camp.
This is an art camp, so please have your child dressed in clothing that you don’t mind getting messy.
No, we do not.
Yes. We believe that art should be accessible to everyone, which is why we’re excited to announce that Creative Pinellas is providing a grant to help some campers attend our camps cost-free. Scroll up to see the requirements for the Creative Pinellas grant. If you are not eligible for the Creative Pinellas grant, SHAMc offers scholarships as well. More information on that is above, too.
We can accommodate only 15 children in each camp.
