June 15-July 24, 2026
Ages entering 1st - 8th Grade
DAILY SCHEDULE
Morning Camps
Time Activity
8:45-10:00 Check -In and Camp Project
10:00-10:15 Snack Break
10:15-11:45 Second Camp Project
11:45-12:00 Clean Up/Pick Up
Afternoon Camps
12:45-1:00 Check -In and Camp Project
2:00-2:15 Snack Break
2:15-3:45 Second Camp Project
3:45-4:00 Clean Up/PickUp
Each camp wraps up with a Friday Mini Exhibit where campers get to show off all the amazing artwork they created throughout the week! Family and friends are invited to come celebrate their creativity and see the gallery transformed with their masterpieces. You’ll receive all the specific details during the week of camp!
Snacks will be provided by the CCA. Please include any allergies in the notes section at checkout.
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Jennifer Nichols BOOK NOW
June 15-19, 2026 Morning Camp
Ages entering 5th - 8th grades
Designed for young artists this engaging photography camp teaches foundational digital camera skills, creative composition, and visual storytelling-while exploring some of Abilene's iconic landmarks.
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Bethany Connell BOOK NOW
June 15-19, 2026 Afternoon Camp
Ages entering 5th - 8th grades
Designed for young artists who love anime and manga, this camp blends cultural exploration with creative skill-building as students study the history and influence of Japanese animation, while developing and designing their own sketchbook/comic book.
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Bethany Connell BOOK NOW
June 22-26, 2026 Afternoon Camp
Ages entering 5th - 8th grades
This immersive summer camp invites young artists to explore the rich dragon lore and mythology of Nordic Europe while developing drawing, design, and storytelling skills through hands-on art projects inspired by legends, symbols, and fantastical creatures.
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Emilio Tolentino BOOK NOW
July 6-10, 2026 Morning Camp
Ages entering 1st - 4th grades
This imaginative summer camp invites young creators to design and build their own class-inspired toys and movie-style props while exploring the art of character design and three-dimensional construction.
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Brittany Bennett BOOK NOW
July 13-17, 2026 Morning Camp
Ages entering 1st - 4th grades
This Alaska-themed summer camp invites young artists to explore the breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and rich cultural traditions of the Far North while developing skills in texture and sculpture through hands-on projects inspired by glaciers, northern lights, and native wildlife.
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Sally Stokes BOOK NOW
July 20-24, 2026 Afternoon Camp
Ages entering 1st - 4th grades
This vibrant Caribbean summer camp invites young artists to explore tropical fish, colorful island life, festive masks, and rich cultural traditions. Campers will experiment with bold color, pattern, and texture while building creative confidence and art skills.
Meet the Team
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Jennifer Nichols
Jennifer Nichols is a fine art, wildlife, and conservation photographer and Gallery Director at McMurry University, where she also teaches photography and gallery studies. Her work has been featured in numerous juried exhibitions across Texas, and she has served as principal photographer for the Abilene Zoo for many years.
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EMILIO TOLENTINO
Emilio Tolentino is an art educator who inspires students by fostering a creative, supportive environment where they can take risks, grow, and enjoy the process of making art.
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BETHANY CONNELL
Bethany Connell is an Abilene-based artist with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Abilene Christian University, specializing in illustration, animation, and character design. She has taught art in schools, offered private lessons, and worked with local museums and arts organizations throughout the community.
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BRITTANY BENNETT
Brittany Bennett is a graduate of Texas State University with a Bachelor's degree in Studio Art and an Art Teaching Certification for grades EC-12. A lifelong artist and proud mother, she has been teaching officially for three years and believes that art is one of the most meaningful things a person can share.
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Sally Stokes
Sally Stokes is an art teacher at Anson Middle School who has had a lifelong passion for creativity. She believes all children are born artists, and she dedicates her teaching to helping students explore their own creative voices.
REQUEST FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.
Limited scholarship funds are available for families to request assistance with Summer Art Camp costs.
The Center for Contemporary Arts Summer ArtCamps are a multi-faceted endeavor designed to achieve wholesome educational recreation for youth, instill a sense of community service, build self-esteem by providing opportunities to create legacies to contribute to the community, and create opportunities for inter-generational interaction.
CCA ArtCamps are led by local Artists and Educators. The camps are for those who are entering first through eighth grade.
Space is limited. Register today!
