Make It! Youth Art Camp - Urban Arts Program | Blank Canvases at OCAD University

About this Day Camp

Blank Canvases at OCAD University, Make It! Youth Art Camp - Urban Arts Program

Day Camp
Age 11 - 14 (Coed)
Specialized in Arts (multi) and Visual Arts (multi)—offers 14 activities
1 session date to choose from
Cost starting from $495
Busing not available
Special needs support available

This camp is designed to build the following character traits:

Creativity: We encourage campers to experiment, think creatively, and problem-solve as key components in their artistic development. This not only builds their character but also helps develop confidence in their abilities and artistic skills.
Curiosity: Our camp is an environment that supports wonder and exploration of the world. Through research and inquiry-based learning, participants are encouraged to take risks to create meaningful projects that develop their passions and further their interests.

Make It! Youth Art Camp is an in-studio day camp, hosted at OCAD University. Included visits to see public art, AGO, and local galleries in Toronto, campers will have the opportunity to explore drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, and mixed media. Each week, a showcase for family and friends is held. The young artists will present their work, celebrating their creative growth and artistic exploration.

Week 1: Urban Arts (July 20–24, 2026)

Dive into the city's energy through bold, expressive art inspired by graffiti, street art, and urban landscapes inspired by local Toronto artists. Experiment with printmaking, poster design, and mixed media using found materials, while creating work that reflects your voice and the spaces we share.

Art projects include:

3D Mapping Sculptures
Design in the City - posters and prints
Urban Abstract Painting
Graffiti Art and Tags

Unique to this program:

Set in OCADU's one-of-a-kind building in the centre of Toronto's arts and cultural landscape. The art lessons and approaches in this camp are student-centred, which empowers students to take ownership of their learning journey. This also encourages students to experiment and play, make mistakes, and focus on process rather than product. The goal is to have a meaningful experience full of connections - to their learning, but also with each other - and to come away feeling inspired and empowered in their ingenuity, creativity and resourcefulness.

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