Summer Camp 2026
A creative summer experience in clay for children who love to imagine, build, sculpt, and make something real by hand.
At Saratoga Clay Arts Center, children spend the week in a real ceramic studio, guided by experienced instructors and inspired by weekly themes that make each session feel fresh, playful, and memorable.
Limited enrollment. Early registration is encouraged.
More than just a camp — it’s a meaningful studio experience.
Working with clay helps children slow down, focus, solve problems, and express themselves creatively. They leave camp with original projects they’re proud of and the confidence that comes from making something with their own hands.
- Hands-on clay projects built around imaginative weekly themes
- Experienced ceramic instruction in a welcoming studio environment
- A balance of creativity, skill-building, and fun
- Projects children are excited to bring home
Two strong paths for young artists
Handbuilding camps
Ideal for kids who love storytelling, sculpting, and inventive making. Campers create original ceramic projects inspired by playful weekly themes while building confidence and creative problem-solving skills.
Wheel Boot Camp
A focused introduction to the potter’s wheel for students ready to learn centering, shaping, and decorating while making functional pottery like cups, bowls, and mugs.
Themed sessions that make each week feel special
- Out of This World — Space-inspired clay creations full of invention and storytelling
- Far East — Projects inspired by pattern, form, and visual traditions
- Mythical Creatures — Fantastical forms, expressive surfaces, and imaginative sculpture
- Build a Character — Character-based handbuilding with personality and narrative
Reserve a spot before sessions fill.
Families who need an earlier start can add Early Bird Drop-Off for an 8:30am arrival and supervised pre-camp time before the session begins.