Cartooning camps are for kids of all ages, from preschoolers to high schoolers. These camps allow your child to develop and cultivate essential skills in an exciting art form. They also offer a fun and engaging creative outlet. Read more
Camps that specialize in teaching kids cartooning, including camps with professional instruction. Click on camps listed below to learn details.
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Cartooning
May 07 - Aug 20, 2021
Does you teen love drawing characters? Do they dream of becoming an animator? Sign them up in this 8 week course! Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Cartooning
Aug 16 - Aug 20, 2021
Participate as in person day campers in our virtual hybrid animation camp! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Cartooning
Aug 16 - Aug 20, 2021
Keep your creative pre-teen/teen engaged from the safety of home this summer in our cartooning online & in person camp! Read more |
Camps and programs below offer a variety of activities that includes cartooning.
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Traditional
Jul 05 - Aug 27, 2021
This is the perfect program for you creative teen. Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Animation/3D
Jul 05 - Jul 09, 2021
Campers will learn a variety of animation techniques and styles, building their own unique collection of stories and artworks Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Education
Jul 05 - Sep 03, 2021
Enroll your students to our math and coding camps to keep their mind sharpen Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Jul 05 - Sep 03, 2021
Enroll your children to our camps this summer and see how your children's academy performance will increase. Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Animation/3D
Jul 12 - Jul 16, 2021
Learn to produce animated cartoons and movies using the same processes as animators at Pixar, Cartoon Network, and Disney do! Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Comic Art
Jun 28 - Jul 30, 2021
Teaching campers how to make their very own cartoons and comics. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Photo/Video
Jul 05 - Aug 27, 2021
Combine images in amazing ways to make the unreal come to life. Learn Graphic Design concepts you can use in school and work. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Education
Apr 05 - Jun 30, 2021
STEAM is the future-Empower your kids full STEAM program Your children will be empowered for colleges and Universities Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Animation/3D
Jul 05 - Aug 27, 2021
Using a variety of free animation tools, we will explore the process of making animations on the computer. Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Animation/3D
Jul 12 - Jul 30, 2021
Turn your passion for cartoons and illustrations into a career with 2D animation production! Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Traditional
Jul 05 - Aug 27, 2021
This Summer Camp will be exciting full of fun and learning for kids despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Drawing
Jul 19 - Jul 23, 2021
Campers will explore the wide-ranging world of comic books. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Education
Apr 05 - Jun 30, 2021
STEAM is the future-Empower your kids full STEAM program Your children will be empowered for colleges and Universities Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Traditional
Jul 05 - Jul 30, 2021
JUST BEE YOU, an online summer camp escape to have kids tap into the CERTAINTY of who they are and their own superpowers. Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Traditional
Jul 05 - Aug 27, 2021
Join us for our in person summer camp. We provide the proper safety protocols to make sure you and you child feel safe. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Roblox
Sep 06 - Dec 17, 2021
Students will construct their games in Roblox Studios. They will set the scene, the goals and code in Lua! Small groups. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Roblox
Jul 05 - Jul 09, 2021
Whether you want to create a Racing, Strategy or Adventure Game, you have come to the right place! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Roblox
Jul 26 - Jul 30, 2021
You love Roblox and want to take game design to the next level. Sharpen your Lua coding and make things happen! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Animation/3D
Aug 16 - Aug 27, 2021
Create dynamic 2D Animes & Animations! This two-week camp will cover the basics of both computer & classical animation. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Roblox
Aug 09 - Aug 13, 2021
Stretch your imagination and power-up your Lua coding skills. Design more with Roblox! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Roblox
Aug 16 - Aug 20, 2021
All RPG games rely on a good story and intriguing plot! Campers design their own world, quest & more - a busy week! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Computers
Jul 19 - Jul 23, 2021
Young game creators get to design their own games with special features! This camp is so Awesome!! Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Visual Arts
Jul 05 - Aug 27, 2021
Intended for ages 7+, our one-week programs offer a taste of everything! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Painting
Jul 09 - Sep 03, 2021
This course will introduce you to various methods of creating digital paintings from your imagination. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Arts & Crafts
Jul 19 - Jul 23, 2021
Led by various Toronto-based multidisciplinary artists, campers will be introduced to a different art form each day! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Python
Jul 05 - Aug 13, 2021
Computer program via game development. Python, GML, C#, and C++ on the GMlegacy, Unity, Unreal, and Visual Studio engines. Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Animation/3D
Jun 28 - Jul 02, 2021
Gain technical and artistic skills in order to collaborate with each other and create their very own stop-motion movies. Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: Arts
Sep 08, 2020 - Jun 24, 2021
Have fun as soon as the bell rings with our after school arts program! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Drawing
Jul 22 - Jul 29, 2021
Learn from experts how to draw hands for your art, illustration, or animation portfolio in this series of workshops. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Drawing
May 19 - Nov 24, 2021
This course provides students with the drawing skills needed to get accepted into Sheridan, Seneca and Calarts Animation. Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: Computers
May 01 - Dec 31, 2021
Fun and Completely visual coding for kids ages 5-7 Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Computers
May 01 - Dec 31, 2021
Our progressive curriculum where Ninjas would complete all 9 levels of computer science studies to become master coder. Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: Computers
May 01 - Dec 31, 2021
An exciting Learning adventure for tech-loving kids ages 7-14 Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Animation/3D
Jul 26 - Jul 30, 2021
A fun-filled animation series to gain technical and artistic skills and create their very own stop-motion movies. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Singing/Vocal
Aug 16 - Aug 20, 2021
Kids Voice Over Exploration camp is an exciting introduction to voiceover for students in grades 3-5. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Education
Sep 11, 2021 - Jun 11, 2022
Computer program via game development. Python, GML, C#, and C++ on the GMlegacy, Unity, Unreal, and Visual Studio engines. Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Traditional
Jun 28 - Aug 06, 2021
Our unique program includes STEM, drama, music, nature walks and many adventures! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Drawing
Jul 07 - Sep 01, 2021
This course will introduce you to building characters with your visual art to create vivid, believable stories. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Performing Arts
Jul 27 - Jul 30, 2021
Learn how to draw the human body so you can include figure drawings in your art portfolio for college applications. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Drawing
Jul 01 - Aug 26, 2021
In this course you will learn the skills to go on to work in gaming, feature films, kids TV, or commercial animation! Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: Programming
May 01 - Dec 31, 2021
Code Ninjas PRO Offers powerful practical coding for teens and adults ages 14 and up. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Visual Arts
Jul 05 - Aug 13, 2021
If you're dreaming of studying animation at top art colleges then you'll love our portfolio camps! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Drawing
Jul 05 - Aug 30, 2021
This course offers more content related to becoming a professional animator and getting into a highly-rated art college. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Visual Arts
Jul 18 - Jul 31, 2021
Design a masterful concept art digital painting depicting 2 original characters in a well composed scene. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Singing/Vocal
Aug 09 - Aug 13, 2021
In this 5 day camp, we cover basics in commercials, video games, cartoons/animation, audio book and radio play. Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Visual Arts
Jun 28 - Sep 03, 2021
Recreate the works of famous artists such as Klimt, Monet, da Vinci, Van Gogh, Picasso, Kahlo, Katsushika, and more. Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Traditional
Jun 21 - Aug 27, 2021
Learn and develop your skills in sport, art, music and more in a safe and fun environment with high quality instruction. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Arts
Jul 26 - Aug 27, 2021
A fun project-based workshop, campers will become digital storytellers by learning how to create and capture two stop films. Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Roblox
Jul 05 - Jul 09, 2021
Let your creativity shine while improving programming, coding and design skills by creating obbies, adventure maps and more. Read more |
As cartooning increases in popularity, the list of cartooning camps is growing across the country. Below, find your city and options close to you.
For those deeply interested in cartooning, there are other ways to learn and develop this skill, beyond summer camp, which may dominate the list above. Programs run year round and overnight camps offer some deep immersion in this art form. Use our site to find different options below.
Cartooning is one among a rapidly growing list of arts-focused camps. If your child is interested in cartooning, you might also look into the following.
Animation camps: Offer curriculum and teaching in specialized animation programs, software, techniques, and topics.
Visual arts camps: Focus on the fine arts, such as drawing, painting, sculpting, and fashion.
Graphic design camps and programs: teach kids basics in real-world design and presentation including design for logos, flyers, and more.
Writing and journalism camps: teach and develop various writing skills, for both fiction and non-fiction, such as grammar, punctuation, clarity, creativity, stylistics, and engagement.
Video game design camps: Kids learn different types of design and function, creation of 3-D characters, lighting, sound effects, and programming with the best tools and technologies available today.
Cartooning camps enable kids to acquire critical knowledge and skills. This can be useful during childhood, the teen years, and throughout one’s life. It can also open up interesting career opportunities.
Here are some skills and knowledge your child may acquire at a cartooning camp:
Depending on the level and focus of the camp, your child may also learn some other important stuff:
As mentioned, cartooning camps help kids acquire pivotal knowledge and skills. This can inspire your child, open up creative outlets, and shape their educational and personal development.
Beyond these, there are numerous other potential perks of these camps. They include:
Most cartooning camps have an eye to the present and future. They provide kids with flexible learning options to pursue current interests. But they also often give them specific pathways to pursue educational opportunities.
Many cartooning camps also open the door to potential career paths. Here is a list of possibilities provided by Raise Me - Careers:
Common careers for cartoonists
Less common careers for cartoonists
What’s the best way to choose the right cartooning camp for your child? First, think more seriously about them: their age, experience, interests, and goals.
Then, of course, you should look closely at the camps themselves. Talk to directors and staff, and visit camps whenever possible. Learn as much as you can about each camp to gauge whether it’s the right fit for your child.
Here are some key questions to get you started:
You may then need to delve deeper. For instance, if it’s a camp focusing on visual storytelling, you may ask the following questions:
For further guidance on choosing the right camp for your child, check out the following resources:
Camp might seem like an easy decision, but it’s not. There are many types of camps—in fact, there are many types of cartooning camps! It’s best to get a sense of the landscape before you make your decision. A great place to start is the Our Kids camp expo, held each winter in Toronto. You’ll find many camps there, including cartooning camps, and you can speak with directors, staff, and campers. We also offer valuable information sessions at the expo.
Finally, to learn more about cartooning, check out the following sources:
CoolCartooning.com: What is cartooning?
Norman Rockwell Museum: Cartooning
Making Comics: Introduction to cartooning
