/// THURSDAY, AUGUST 8th FROM 1PM - 5PM \\\ Paint in the spirit of TV’s Number One Art Show The Joy of Painting®, with expert instruction from Certified Bob Ross Instructor®, Bob Holby! Bob will guide you step-by-step to create a Bob Ross Painting of your own. Learn to paint the world’s most popular painting method, the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Technique®! And as always, No Experience Necessary. 

/// THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th FROM 1PM - 5PM \\\ Paint in the spirit of TV’s Number One Art Show The Joy of Painting®, with expert instruction from Certified Bob Ross Instructor®, Bob Holby! Bob will guide you step-by-step to create a Bob Ross Painting of your own. Learn to paint the world’s most popular painting method, the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Technique®! And as always, No Experience Necessary. 

/// THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10th FROM 1PM - 5PM \\\ Paint in the spirit of TV’s Number One Art Show The Joy of Painting®, with expert instruction from Certified Bob Ross Instructor®, Bob Holby! Bob will guide you step-by-step to create a Bob Ross Painting of your own. Learn to paint the world’s most popular painting method, the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Technique®! And as always, No Experience Necessary. 

/// THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14th FROM 1PM - 5PM \\\ Paint in the spirit of TV’s Number One Art Show The Joy of Painting®, with expert instruction from Certified Bob Ross Instructor®, Bob Holby! Bob will guide you step-by-step to create a Bob Ross Painting of your own. Learn to paint the world’s most popular painting method, the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Technique®! And as always, No Experience Necessary. 

/// THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12th FROM 1PM - 5PM \\\ Paint in the spirit of TV’s Number One Art Show The Joy of Painting®, with expert instruction from Certified Bob Ross Instructor®, Bob Holby! Bob will guide you step-by-step to create a Bob Ross Painting of your own. Learn to paint the world’s most popular painting method, the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Technique®! And as always, No Experience Necessary. 

(July 9th - 12th) Lights, Camera, Art! Create Your World Summer Art Camp is headed to the cinema as Art hits the big screen for the blockbuster of the summer! Take inspiration from your favorite movies, shows, and more to create a cinematic universe of your own! Will yours be a comedy? Action? Adventure? Scary? What would you wear in a comedy movie? Where will your movie take place? The possibilities are endless as we take art cues from movies and theaters!

Each week a Special Guest Artist will visit us to share their techniques and art within the weekly theme. Camp producer and collage artist Derek Gores will lead some of the prompts in this exciting week full of surreal surprises. Oh, THAT can be art? Get artsy while cooling off with a water activity on Thursday! Then Friday is the big show! Campers will put on an art show to display their water-inspired creations for all to see! Join us for a fun-filled week of exploration, creativity, and endless possibilities!

We offer Full-Day Camp, Morning, and Afternoon Only Sessions, and Before and After-Camp add-ons! 

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(July 9th - 12th) Lights, Camera, Art! Create Your World Summer Art Camp is headed to the cinema as Art hits the big screen for the blockbuster of the summer! Take inspiration from your favorite movies, shows, and more to create a cinematic universe of your own! Will yours be a comedy? Action? Adventure? Scary? What would you wear in a comedy movie? Where will your movie take place? The possibilities are endless as we take art cues from movies and theaters!

Each week a Special Guest Artist will visit us to share their techniques and art within the weekly theme. Camp producer and collage artist Derek Gores will lead some of the prompts in this exciting week full of surreal surprises. Oh, THAT can be art? Get artsy while cooling off with a water activity on Thursday! Then Friday is the big show! Campers will put on an art show to display their water-inspired creations for all to see! Join us for a fun-filled week of exploration, creativity, and endless possibilities!

We offer Full-Day Camp, Morning, and Afternoon Only Sessions, and Before and After-Camp add-ons! 

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(July 9th - 12th) Lights, Camera, Art! Create Your World Summer Art Camp is headed to the cinema as Art hits the big screen for the blockbuster of the summer! Take inspiration from your favorite movies, shows, and more to create a cinematic universe of your own! Will yours be a comedy? Action? Adventure? Scary? What would you wear in a comedy movie? Where will your movie take place? The possibilities are endless as we take art cues from movies and theaters!

Each week a Special Guest Artist will visit us to share their techniques and art within the weekly theme. Camp producer and collage artist Derek Gores will lead some of the prompts in this exciting week full of surreal surprises. Oh, THAT can be art? Get artsy while cooling off with a water activity on Thursday! Then Friday is the big show! Campers will put on an art show to display their water-inspired creations for all to see! Join us for a fun-filled week of exploration, creativity, and endless possibilities!

We offer Full-Day Camp, Morning, and Afternoon Only Sessions, and Before and After-Camp add-ons! 

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(July 16th - 19th) Which video game character would make the most interesting artist? Can art be something you play with another person? How will your art bring games to life?

Get ready to level up your creativity at Create Your World! This summer, we're bringing together the worlds of art and gaming to explore the endless possibilities of both.

From classic board games to cutting-edge video games, we'll use games as our inspiration to create unique pieces of art in a variety of mediums. We'll design our own game boards, create characters, and even build our own interactive puzzles using technology and traditional art techniques.

Our campers will have the opportunity to work on collaborative projects, learning how to communicate and work together to achieve a common goal. We'll also focus on individual expression, encouraging each camper to bring their own unique style and vision to their artwork.

At Create Your World Summer Camp, we'll be combining the fun and excitement of gaming with the limitless potential of art. Each week a Special Guest Artist will visit us to share their techniques and art within the weekly theme. Camp producer and collage artist Derek Gores will lead some of the prompts in this exciting week full of surreal surprises. Oh, THAT can be art? Get artsy while cooling off with a water activity on Thursday! Then Friday is the big show! Campers will put on an art show to display their water-inspired creations for all to see! Join us for a fun-filled week of exploration, creativity, and endless possibilities!

We offer Full-Day Camp, Morning, and Afternoon Only Sessions, and Before and After-Camp add-ons! 

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(July 16th - 19th) Which video game character would make the most interesting artist? Can art be something you play with another person? How will your art bring games to life?

Get ready to level up your creativity at Create Your World! This summer, we're bringing together the worlds of art and gaming to explore the endless possibilities of both.

From classic board games to cutting-edge video games, we'll use games as our inspiration to create unique pieces of art in a variety of mediums. We'll design our own game boards, create characters, and even build our own interactive puzzles using technology and traditional art techniques.

Our campers will have the opportunity to work on collaborative projects, learning how to communicate and work together to achieve a common goal. We'll also focus on individual expression, encouraging each camper to bring their own unique style and vision to their artwork.

At Create Your World Summer Camp, we'll be combining the fun and excitement of gaming with the limitless potential of art. Each week a Special Guest Artist will visit us to share their techniques and art within the weekly theme. Camp producer and collage artist Derek Gores will lead some of the prompts in this exciting week full of surreal surprises. Oh, THAT can be art? Get artsy while cooling off with a water activity on Thursday! Then Friday is the big show! Campers will put on an art show to display their water-inspired creations for all to see! Join us for a fun-filled week of exploration, creativity, and endless possibilities!

We offer Full-Day Camp, Morning, and Afternoon Only Sessions, and Before and After-Camp add-ons! 

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(July 16th - 19th) Which video game character would make the most interesting artist? Can art be something you play with another person? How will your art bring games to life?

Get ready to level up your creativity at Create Your World! This summer, we're bringing together the worlds of art and gaming to explore the endless possibilities of both.

From classic board games to cutting-edge video games, we'll use games as our inspiration to create unique pieces of art in a variety of mediums. We'll design our own game boards, create characters, and even build our own interactive puzzles using technology and traditional art techniques.

Our campers will have the opportunity to work on collaborative projects, learning how to communicate and work together to achieve a common goal. We'll also focus on individual expression, encouraging each camper to bring their own unique style and vision to their artwork.

At Create Your World Summer Camp, we'll be combining the fun and excitement of gaming with the limitless potential of art. Each week a Special Guest Artist will visit us to share their techniques and art within the weekly theme. Camp producer and collage artist Derek Gores will lead some of the prompts in this exciting week full of surreal surprises. Oh, THAT can be art? Get artsy while cooling off with a water activity on Thursday! Then Friday is the big show! Campers will put on an art show to display their water-inspired creations for all to see! Join us for a fun-filled week of exploration, creativity, and endless possibilities!

We offer Full-Day Camp, Morning, and Afternoon Only Sessions, and Before and After-Camp add-ons! 

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(July 23rd - 26th) Step Right Up and experience art like never before! Inspired by the sights, sounds, and thrills of the theme park. At Art Theme Park, there is no height requirements to create something amazing!

Each week a Special Guest Artist will visit us to share their techniques and art within the weekly theme. Camp producer and collage artist Derek Gores will lead some of the prompts in this exciting week full of surreal surprises. Oh, THAT can be art? Get artsy while cooling off with a water activity on Thursday! Then Friday is the big show! Campers will put on an art show to display their water-inspired creations for all to see! Join us for a fun-filled week of exploration, creativity, and endless possibilities!

We offer Full-Day Camp, Morning, and Afternoon Only Sessions, and Before and After-Camp add-ons! 

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(July 23rd - 26th) Step Right Up and experience art like never before! Inspired by the sights, sounds, and thrills of the theme park. At Art Theme Park, there is no height requirements to create something amazing!

Each week a Special Guest Artist will visit us to share their techniques and art within the weekly theme. Camp producer and collage artist Derek Gores will lead some of the prompts in this exciting week full of surreal surprises. Oh, THAT can be art? Get artsy while cooling off with a water activity on Thursday! Then Friday is the big show! Campers will put on an art show to display their water-inspired creations for all to see! Join us for a fun-filled week of exploration, creativity, and endless possibilities!

We offer Full-Day Camp, Morning, and Afternoon Only Sessions, and Before and After-Camp add-ons! 

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(July 23rd - 26th) Step Right Up and experience art like never before! Inspired by the sights, sounds, and thrills of the theme park. At Art Theme Park, there is no height requirements to create something amazing!

Each week a Special Guest Artist will visit us to share their techniques and art within the weekly theme. Camp producer and collage artist Derek Gores will lead some of the prompts in this exciting week full of surreal surprises. Oh, THAT can be art? Get artsy while cooling off with a water activity on Thursday! Then Friday is the big show! Campers will put on an art show to display their water-inspired creations for all to see! Join us for a fun-filled week of exploration, creativity, and endless possibilities!

We offer Full-Day Camp, Morning, and Afternoon Only Sessions, and Before and After-Camp add-ons! 

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/// FRIDAY, JULY 12TH FROM 7PM-9PM \\\ Drawing, Drinks, Dames, or so the saying goes. This is NOT the same old boring art drawing class. Expect a model in costume, expect cool vibe, cool music, cool drinks, and expect yourself to draw the scene - Stick Figures Welcome! No Experience Necessary. 

$25.  Online or at the door, if spots remain

Fine Print: No Cameras. No Creeps. Must be 21 and up. Bring your own drawing supplies  (check next door at Rocky Water Mercantile). Or basic kits will be available at the door.

We are excited to offer "After Camp" for parents who need a little extra time in the afternoon. 

The cool part is, these lucky artists get to pick any art materials or projects to work on with the teacher. It's a small group and the kids LOVE that special time. 

We are excited to offer "After Camp" for parents who need a little extra time in the afternoon. 

The cool part is, these lucky artists get to pick any art materials or projects to work on with the teacher. It's a small group and the kids LOVE that special time.

We are excited to offer "Before Camp" for parents who need a little extra time in the morning

The cool part is, these lucky artists get to pick any art materials or projects to work on with the teacher. It's a small group and the kids LOVE that special time. 

We are excited to offer "Before Camp" for parents who need a little extra time in the morning

The cool part is, these lucky artists get to pick any art materials or projects to work on with the teacher. It's a small group and the kids LOVE that special time. 

/// FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH 12-2PM \\\ Draw from the figure, nude or sparsely dressed, in our Project Space. Expect traditional short poses, leading up to a longer pose. We have a facilitator, but no instruction is given. No oil paints or turpentine.

Must be 18 and up. Bring your own drawing supplies (check next door at Rocky Water Mercantile). Or basic kits will be available at the door.

/// SATURDAY, AUGUST 17TH THRU SUNDAY, AUGUST 18TH 9AM-4PM \\\  Join Derek for a two-day workshop in collage, using recycled magazines and more. Truly No Experience Necessary. Collage has a wonderful history as a medium that takes your mind beyond the trappings of realism and linear thinking – and we will gladly continue the rule-breaking tradition.

We start with brief exercises introducing you to the concepts of collage, which build your skills and understanding for a longer project the second day. In this longer project, Derek will share his approach to what has become his signature style – while helping you honor your own direction.

Derek encourages you to consider a single object or simple still life. However, don’t feel like you must know what you’ll make before you come to Day 1. The journey of discovery is indeed the point. Along the way, Derek will assist you in opening your mind to the possibilities of new textures, meanings, and spatial depth in your work. He’ll demo and lead group discussion, which will include a touch of art history as well. Lunch from within the local Eau Gallie Arts District is included!

Supply list and hotel/accommodation suggestions available upon registration.

Location: Derek’s studio at 1418 Highland Ave in Melbourne, FL

/// THURSDAY, JUNE 27th FROM 6 - 8 PM \\\ Get ready to celebrate in style at our ultimate trucker hat bar pop-up experience! 

Unleash your creativity and show off your patriotic spirit by customizing your own trucker hat. Choose from a variety of blank hats and deck them out with red, white, and blue patches, pins, embroidery, and more! 

There will also be a huge selection of music / band patches in addition to a wide assortment of sassy, vibrant and fun patches as well!

Don’t miss out on the fun – gather your crew and join us for a night of creativity, laughs, and American pride! #PatrioticTruckerHatBar #DIYFun #CelebrateUSA

Weeks One through Four for Emmelene and Julianna Laxton, Full Day

Week One: Art on Vacation (June 4-7) 

Week Five: Art at the Movies (July 9-12)

Week Six: Game On! (July 16-19)

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