Summer Camps at MOPA

Program Summary:

The Museum of Photographic Arts (MoPA) presents Summer Camps at MoPA, designed for children ages 4 - 16, or grades K - 12. Summer camps take place from Monday, June 20 through Friday, August 5 at MoPA in Balboa Park. Parents have the opportunity to select from one week or two week half-day camps.  

MoPA’s annual summer camps are a great way for kids to enjoy their summer vacation in Balboa Park.  Each camp features a different photographic theme and includes indoor and outdoor adventures with digital cameras, alternative photographic processes and film-making projects. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.  MoPA is a proud participant in the Balboa Park Collaboration, which allows parents to combine a half-day camp with another museum for a full day adventure.

Cost:
One-Week Camps: Members $150, General $200
Two-Week Camps: Members $300, General $350

Registration:
Online: http://www.mopa.org/education/youth.htm
By phone: 619.238.7559 x235

By Email:edudept@mopa.org

Program Details:
EXPLORERS CLUB: OUT AND ABOUT
JUNE 20-24, 9 am-12 pm
GRADES 3-5
Like visiting new and exciting places? Then you may have what it takes to join the Explorers Club!  Come experience all the exciting things in Balboa Park. Take home a photo album of memories from all of your adventures!

GO DIGITAL: FACES AND PLACES
JUNE 20-24, 1 pm-4 pm
GRADES 3-5
Are you ready to learn more about photography? Discover both landscape and portrait photography while exploring all of the beautiful scenery in Balboa Park!

GET CRAFTY WITH YOUR CAMERA
JUNE 27-JULY 1, 1 pm-4 pm
GRADES K-3
Explore the crafty side of photography! Create iron-on images, photo magnets, decoupage, and more while visiting exciting locations in Balboa Park!

TAKE IT TO THE STREET
JULY 11-15, 1 pm-4 pm
GRADES 6-8
Learn all about photojournalist techniques that have made street photographers famous for ages! Then, take it to the streets of Balboa Park by producing your own magazine, blog post or photo album using your images from the week.

BE YOUR OWN PRODUCER!
JULY 11-22, 1 pm-4 pm *TWO WEEK CAMP
GRADES 9-12
Develop and create your own film! From production and storyboarding to acting and editing, see what it takes to make your cinematic dream a reality.

ALTERNATE APPROACHES
JULY 25-29, 9 am-12 pm
GRADES 6-8
How many different ways are there to create a photograph? From Cyanotypes to homemade cameras made from Altoids tins, discover the unconventional side of photography!

PHOTOJOURNALISM FOR BEGINNERS
JULY 25-29, 1 pm-4 pm
GRADES 3-5

Spend the week as a photojournalist taking photos in Balboa Park! Learn ways to take great photographs and discover what it means to be a documentarian.

POINT, SHOOT AND FUN!
JULY 25-29, 1 pm-4 pm
GRADES K-3
This camp introduces children to digital photography, photo collage, and alternative techniques while visiting picturesque locations in Balboa Park, including the San Diego Zoo!

MAKE A MUSIC VIDEO
AUGUST 1-5, 1 pm-4 pm
GRADES 6-8

Create your own music video! Visualize the look of the video, plan storyboards, shoot the film with the lyrics and beat, and add special effects.

DIGI vs FILM
AUGUST 1-5, 1 pm-4 pm
GRADES 9-12
Why do so many photographers insist upon film rather than digital? See for yourself in this exciting camp that explores digital and film photography through inspired activities and shooting assignments.

Register online at www.mopa.org/education/youth.htmor contact edudept@mopa.orgfor more information.

Press Opportunities:
Please contact Kristine Page at 619-238-7559, ext. 203 or via email (page@mopa.org) with any press-related needs.

MOPA Information:
The Museum of Photographic Arts (MoPA) is one of the few museums in the country devoted to photography, film and video. Since its founding in 1983, MoPA has been dedicated to collecting, preserving and exhibiting the entire spectrum of the photographic medium. The Museum’s endeavors consistently address cultural, historical and social issues through its exhibitions and public programs.

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