Children’s Summer Art Camp
Celebrating 34 years!
The original Children’s Art program in central Jersey celebrating 34 years inspiring young artists.
Summer Art Camp was featured as the editor’s pick in the July 30, 2015 and in the August 8, 2019 editions of the Echoes-Sentinel.
Children’s Summer Art Camp
Instructor: Monica Schraiber Otero has taught Art at elementary and high school levels since 1991. She received her BA in Art from Rutgers University, Newark College of Arts and Sciences with a concentration in oil painting. She teaches Drawing and Painting classes at WAC, is the Director of the Summer Art Camp, and curates the Children’s Juried Art Exhibition each year. She is a professional artist who shows her work in many venues throughout NJ. She has been a member of AENJ (Art Educators of NJ) and the
Contemporary Art Group.
Under the direction and instruction of Mrs. Monica Schraiber Otero, this Art Camp is a three-week program during the month of July for ages 5-11. Focusing on Creativity, Imagination and Ingenuity, Art Camp offers children a unique opportunity to acquire or improve artistic skills, learn new techniques, explore different materials and get inspired by famous artists. All while having fun!
Central Theme for 2026: Art in Celebrated Cities
Take an imaginary trip around the world and discover monuments, buildings, parks, bridges, and works of art that make each city unique. Get to know the artists who were among their famous residents and the masterpieces they created.
Explore landmarks in New Yok City, San Francisco, Rome, Paris, Mexico City, Buenos Aires, Sydney, Tokyo, San Diego and many others.
Join us for an exciting multicultural experience! Themed creations vary each day as participants learn about the people, their languages and the history of the structures or areas.
During the three weeks of the program, draw using wet and dry media, sculpt with air-dry clay, construct using recycled materials, make collages, prints, masks, paint at Best Lake, design your own Art Camp T-shirt and much more!
Art Camp culminates with an exhibition featuring work from all three cycles.
- Students play games in the upstairs Gallery in between activities.
- Art Camp culminates with an exhibition in the Lower Gallery and the Studio featuring work completed during the 3 weeks.
- Ages 5 to 11 years old
Basic Art Supply Kit will be available for purchased.
Participants are required to bring a smock and a bagged lunch.
There are three Summer Camp sessions:
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- Cycle I – July 6 -10, 2026
- Cycle II – July 13 – 17, 2026
- Cycle III – July 20 – 24, 2026
- Cycle I – July 6 -10, 2026
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All classes run from 10 am to 3 pm.
CAMP FEES
Fees: $350 Tuition plus $35 Supply Kit (plus $10 service fee if using credit card) per Session.
There is a 10% discount for students returning from prior camps or who have attended prior Fall, Winter or Spring sessions.
If you have a child who is returning and wish to receive the discount, please go ahead and register the child using the form below but DO NOT PAY. Instead, send an email directly to the office at watchungarts@gmail.com and we will issue you a Paypal invoice directly with the discount.
Payment: Payment can be made online via Paypal, or by check. A $10 service fee will be charged for online payment.
We NO LONGER accept Venmo. Please do not use that option to pay.
Supply Fee: The supplies will include all materials necessary for participants to create the projects.
For more detailed information or any questions, please contact Mrs. Otero directly at argent20art@gmail.com
Registration and Payment
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Summer Art Camp Exhibition
