art CAMPs
Frequently Asked Questions
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Art Camps for kids ages 5-12.
Designed for curious, creative kids who like to play outdoors and create in the sunshine. 4–6 kids per session so every child gets the space, guidance, and attention to develop their own ideas. We experiment with paint, sculpture, photography, and installation art.
Our curriculum is inspired by contemporary artists, but we keep things hands-on, playful, and open-ended. Kids don’t just learn techniques—they explore materials, take creative risks, and build confidence in their own artistic voice.
Each day brings a new medium:
Monday: Painting
Tuesday: Sculpture
Wednesday: Photography + editing
Thursday: Mural-making and paste-ups
Friday: Installation day—where it all comes together
Throughout the week, campers collaborate, problem-solve, and create both individual pieces and shared works. The experience culminates in a final exhibition on Friday from 4–5 PM, where families are invited to step into the studio and see the world through the kids’ eyes.
At Purple Duck, the process matters just as much as the final piece—and every kid leaves with something uniquely their own.
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On all days that schools are closed, Purple Duck opens its doors.
Holidays
School-related closure days
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Every camp is different, but we rotate between the following locations.
Home studio (Venice/Marina Del Rey)
Warehouse Studio (Marina Del Rey/Culver City)
Hikes in Malibu, Topanga and Griffith Park
Art Galleries and Museums around Los Angles
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acrylic paint and canvas
charcoal and newsprint
Wood panels for street art
Wheat Paste and large format printing
clay for pottery wheel
cardboard for the chomp saw
digital cameras
projector
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Creative Play 3-5 year olds
Little Artists 5-8 year olds
Art Savants 8-12 year olds
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Let us know the date and size of the party, and we can put together something fun for your child.
MORE CAMPS COMING SOON
MORE CAMPS COMING SOON
YOUNG CREATORS ART CAMP
Young Creators Art Camp is an immersive, imagination-fueled program designed to nurture and inspire the next generation of artists. Campers will explore a wide range of creative mediums including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, and installation art.
Each day encourages self-expression, creative confidence, and skill-building in a supportive studio-style environment. Guided by experienced instructors, young artists will experiment, refine techniques, and bring their ideas to life — culminating in a special end-of-week showcase to celebrate their work.
Creative studio time is balanced with outdoor breaks and interactive art-inspired games to keep energy high and ideas flowing.
CREATIVE PLAYDATE
When LA schools close, Purple Duck opens its doors for creative playdates. Perfect for curious minds, busy hands, and families who want screen-free days that feel meaningful, imaginative, and fun.
5-DAY Art Camp
Big Ideas for Little Artists
January 5–9
9 AM–3:30 PM
Our camps introduce young artists to large-scale, abstract, and minimalist art in a playful and approachable way. We lean into what the kids are naturally capable of and provide the technology and materials to elevate it into beautiful works of modern art, because BIG art isn’t just for grown-ups.
2-Day Art Camp
Stuffed Animal Portraits and Abstract Minimalism
December 22nd & 23rd
9 AM - 3:30 PM
Give the gift of art this Christmas. Purple Duck will help your child create art for themselves and one-of-a-kind gifts for the special people in their lives.
We will have a pop-up gallery exhibition for the kids on the night of the 23rd.
6-7 PM Pop-Exhibition showcasing student work. Mini beef and veggie burgers will be provided along with sparkling apple juice.
ART CAMP
Our camps introduce young artists to large-scale, abstract, and minimalist art in a playful, approachable way—because BIG ideas aren’t just for grown-ups.
CREATIVE PLAYDATEs
When LA schools close but parents still have to work, Purple Duck opens its doors for creative playdates.

