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2012 Summer Clay Camps
Campers will gain confidence while working in an art form that is both accessible and rewarding. They will develop their imaginations as they learn to translate two-dimensional images into three-dimensional works of clay art. They will have the opportunity to work independently and collaboratively with their peers. Class size is limited to 12 campers to ensure plenty of individual instruction. Camps are led by one lead and one assistant teaching artist. All skill levels are welcome; some camps require some previous clay experience. Half-day camps meet for three hours each day (from 9 am - 12 noon or 1 - 4 pm) and include a short break for a snack (provided by parents). Full-day camps meet for 6 or 7 hours each day (from 9 am - 4 pm unless otherwise noted) and include an hourlong supervised break for lunch (provided by parents).
NCC’s 2012 summer clay camp schedule again includes a selection of over 40 wheel and handbuilding camps. A variety of half- and full-day camps for kids, ages six and up, will be available. The complete schedule will be available in early February, 2012. Registration for camps begin Tuesday, February 28 at 10 am. Age and Ability Restrictions
We work closely with instructors to develop optimal age ranges and ability levels for each class; children must have reached the minimum age and ability level indicated at the time their camp begins. In order to ensure the success of our classes, we ask that you observe these restrictions when registering your children for camps. NCC makes NO exceptions to the ages or ability levels indicated in the descriptions.When registering online, if you register your child for the wrong age group, the registration will be canceled and we will contact you via phone to secure your second choice. If you have questions regarding the age ranges for a camp, please call Northern Clay Center at 612.339.8007 to register.
Drop off / Pick up
Caregivers should drop off and pick up their children at the northwest entrance to the Clay Center. Please do not drop your child off too early (no more than 5 minutes before class time); pick up your child promptly at the end of class. NCC does not provide day care or supervision before or after camps. There is free parking on the west side of our building. Caregivers must provide supervision from noon to 1 pm to children registered for separate morning & afternoon classes during the same week; NCC will provide supervision for full-day classes during lunch.Snack Break
Campers take a short break every day, so please pack a snack for your child and label the bag with his/her name. Caregivers need to supply lunches and snacks for children in full day classes. Please note: NCC’s facility is NOT peanut free. Please notify us 3 weeks in advance if your child has special dietary issues that would affect the other campers and we will do our best to notify parents of the issue.What to Wear and Bring
Kids may get messy, so make sure your child wears appropriate clothing and footwear (sneakers are best; no open-toed shoes.) For wheel classes, kids must bring a one-gallon bucket and an old towel with them.Completed Projects
Completed projects may be picked up one week after your camp ends; we will NOT call you when they are ready. We strongly recommend that you bring your child with you to help identify what s/he made. Projects left more than 4 weeks after the camp ends will be discarded. If you cannot pick up your child's projects by this date, please make arrangements for someone else to pick them up.Instructors and Class Content
- All instructor listings are subject to change.
- Students can expect to make new work Monday through Thursday and spend Friday glazing. Class periods will include time for clean-up, an integral part of the process. Class descriptions are subject to change depending on ability levels of participating students.
- Click here for more information on being a clay camp assistant.
Other Information
Your children will be encouraged to create several pieces of clay art during class. You can anticipate your child having at least 5 completed works. Please Note: Due to the very nature of clay and the firing process, NCC cannot be responsible for any damage to work caused by poor construction or the firing or glazing processes.Scholarships
NCC has a small number of partial scholarships for children, awarded on a need basis. Please call 612.339.8007 for an application form. Applications can be downloaded here.Special Needs
Signed interpretation is available for any camp. Please call the Center to request a signer at least three weeks in advance. NCC’s building is wheelchair accessible and is equipped with a wheelchair accessible potters wheel. The information in this brochure is available in large-print format upon request. To contact us via the Minnesota Relay Service, please call 1-800-627-3529.Registration Information
- Registration begins at 10 am on Tuesday, February 28.
- Please check this website in early February 2012 to view the complete Clay Camp schedule
- Tuition Must Be Paid in Full to Hold Your Reservation
- NCC Will Make Absolutely No Exceptions to Age Ranges Indicated In Descriptions
To register: Register for your child's class online; visit NCC during business hours, TWFSa, 10 am - 6 pm, Th 10 am - 7 pm, Su 12 - 4 pm; or call 612.339.8007. Payment may be made by cash, check, VISA, MasterCard or Discover. You may also send the registration form with your check or VISA/MasterCard/Discover number and expiration date for the full fee to: Northern Clay Center, 2424 Franklin Avenue East, Minneapolis, MN 55406. Make checks payable to Northern Clay Center.
NCC will send confirmation of registration two weeks prior to the start of camp. If there is insufficient enrollment, we will cancel the camp, notify registered students and refund all payments. This cancellation may occur at the very last minute.
REFUNDS: If a student cancels for any reason up to one week (7 days) before the camp begins, a $15 processing fee will be subtracted from the refund. If a student transfers from one class to another (camp transfers constitute as cancellations), a $15 processing fee will be charged. No refunds or transfers will be issued with less than a one-week (7 days) notice. Tuition is not pro-rated. There are no make-up sessions. Camps usually fill quickly, so please register early!