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Peaks & Paint 2025 Summer Art Camp 🖌️🏺

  • Writer: PPAC
    PPAC
  • Feb 16, 2023
  • 4 min read

Looking for a fun, hands-on summer camp in Colorado Springs where your child can explore their creativity? Peaks & Paint is the perfect summer adventure for young artists ages 6–13!


Each week, campers dive into painting, drawing, and pottery in a welcoming, encouraging studio environment. Whether your child is brand new to art or already loves making things, they’ll have a blast — and take home beautiful creations they’re proud of! 🖌️🏺

Children joyfully engage in a pottery class, skillfully shaping clay creations at a sunlit table.
Children joyfully engage in a pottery class, skillfully shaping clay creations at a sunlit table.

📅 2025 Camp Dates & Sessions

Camp runs in weekly sessions throughout June and July 2025.Families can choose Morning, Afternoon, or both sessions to create a full-day experience!


🌞 Morning Session | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

🎨 Afternoon Session | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Week 1

🏔️ Mountain Magic

June 2 - 6

Morning

Week 1

🌊 Under The Sea

June 2 - 6

Afternoon

Week 2

🎨 Color Crazy

June 9 – 13

Morning

Week 2

🌍 Around The World

June 9 –13

Afternoon

Week 3

🐉 Mythical Creatures and Magic

June 17–21

Morning

Week 3

🌸 Garden of Imagination

June 17–21

Afternoon

Week 4

🚀 Outer Space Explorers

June 23–27

Morning

Week 4

🐉 Mythical Creatures and Magic

June 23–27

Afternoon

Week 5

🖼️ Art Through The Ages

June 30–July 3 (4-day week)

Morning

Week 5

🎨 Color Crazy

June 30–July 3 (4-day week)

Afternoon

Week 6

🌸 Garden of Imagination

July 7–11

Morning

Week 6

🏔️ Mountain Magic

July 7–11

Afternoon

Week 7

🌊 Under The Sea

July 14–18

Morning

Week 7

🖼️ Art Through The Ages

July 14–18

Afternoon

Week 8

🌍 Around The World

July 21–25

Morning

Week 8

🐉 Mythical Creatures and Magic

July 21–25

Afternoon

Week 9

🚀 Outer Space Explorers

July 28–August 1

Morning

Week 9

🌸 Garden of Imagination

July 28–August 1

Afternoon


🎨 Camp Themes

Each camp session will feature a different creative theme! While all campers will explore pottery, painting, and mixed media every week, the theme helps shape the storyline, projects, and inspiration for their artwork. ✨


Some of our 2025 weekly themes include:


  • 🏔 Mountain Magic – From forest creatures to painted peaks, campers will create art inspired by the wonder of the mountains.

  • 🌊 Under the Sea – Dive into ocean-inspired projects like clay sea creatures, underwater scenes, and sparkling mixed media art.

  • 🎨 Color Crazy – Explore bold, bright, and beautiful artwork through playful painting, printmaking, and colorful sculpture.

  • 🌍 Around the World – Travel the globe through art! Campers will create projects inspired by different cultures and landmarks.

  • 🐉 Mythical Creatures – Dragons, unicorns, and more! This week is all about sculpting and painting magical beings from imagination.

  • 🌸 Garden of Imagination – Kids will build clay flowers, whimsical bugs, and dreamy garden scenes filled with creativity.

  • 🚀 Outer Space Explorers – Create alien sculptures, rocket ships, and starry space landscapes—perfect for young astronauts!

  • 🖼 Art Throughout the Ages – Travel through time and learn about famous art styles, from ancient cave drawings to pop art portraits!


No matter the theme, every week includes:

  • Pottery sessions (handbuilding, sculpting, glazing)

  • Painting projects (watercolor, acrylics)

  • Mixed media projects (collage, sculpture, and more!)


The themes just help spark new ideas and storytelling — every camper gets to work with the same amazing materials and try a wide variety of projects each week!


Two young children engage in a creative project, carefully coloring and decorating cardboard rocket models at a table. Surrounded by colorful crayons, pencils, and space-themed decorations, they bring their imaginative visions of outer space to life.
Two young children engage in a creative project, carefully coloring and decorating cardboard rocket models at a table. Surrounded by colorful crayons, pencils, and space-themed decorations, they bring their imaginative visions of outer space to life.

🏠 Camp Location

All 2025 camps will be held at our NEW studio location — a beautiful, creative space designed just for young artists!


📍 2132 E Bijou Street, Suite 112, Colorado Springs, CO 80909


Our new studio features floor-to-ceiling windows, high ceilings, and a cozy parent viewing room. It’s a space full of light, energy, and inspiration! ✨


🖌️ A Typical Day at Peaks & Paint


Morning Session:

🕘 9:00–9:15 | Welcome Activity & Creative Warm-Up

🎨 9:15–9:55 | Art Project #1 (e.g., Pottery or Painting)

🍎 9:55–10:10 | Snack Break & Stretch🖍 10:10–10:50 | Art Project #2 (e.g., Drawing or Mixed Media)

🧑‍🎨 10:50–11:45 | Free Art & Finishing Touches

🧼 11:45–12:00 | Clean-Up & Creative Wind-Down


Afternoon Session:

🕐 1:00–1:15 | Welcome Activity & Creative Warm-Up

🎨 1:15–1:55 | Art Project #1 (e.g., Painting or Clay Work)

🍎 1:55–2:10 | Snack Break & Stretch

🖍 2:10–2:50 | Art Project #2 (e.g., Mixed Media or Drawing)

🧑‍🎨 2:50–3:45 | Free Art & Finishing Touches

🧼 3:45–4:00 | Clean-Up & Creative Wind-Down


Children engaged in creative space-themed art projects at the Pikes Peak Artist Collective, using bright clay and paints to craft colorful rockets and sea creatures.
Children engaged in creative space-themed art projects at the Pikes Peak Artist Collective, using bright clay and paints to craft colorful rockets and sea creatures.

💰 Camp Pricing & Discounts

  • $300 per week (Morning or Afternoon)

  • Sibling Discount available for families enrolling more than one child

  • Returning Camper Discount for past Peaks & Paint participants

  • Discounts for military and first responders

  • Deposit required at registration to hold your spot


Scholarships available! If cost is a barrier, we offer reduced admission scholarships. Please email info@pikespeakartist.com to request a form.


❓ Frequently Asked Questions


Q: What should my child bring?

A: We provide all art supplies! Please pack a water bottle, a snack, and clothes that can get messy.

Q: Can my child attend both morning and afternoon sessions?

A: Absolutely! You're welcome to register for both to create a full-day camp experience. Just pack an extra snack for lunch break.

Q: Is this camp beginner-friendly?

A: Yes! Our projects are designed for all skill levels — from first-time artists to passionate creators.


✏️ Ready to Join the Fun?

Spots are limited and summer camps fill quickly! Secure your child’s place today and get ready for a summer full of color, clay, and creativity!


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