Summer Camp
As DFAC celebrates our 50th anniversary we are moving forward into the 21st century and beyond… “Same Great Camps – Same Great Instructors”
2026 DFAC Summer Art Academy Summer Camps!
Summer Camps By Age Group
Mini Masters
Age 5 (Entering kindergarten)
Mini Masters Art Camp is designed for children 5 years and entering kindergarten. Campers explore adventures in art with mixed-media focused on fun and educational themes of the week. Space is limited. (Must be 5 by August 31st)
Sizzlin’ Summer Visual Arts Camp
Ages 6* – 10 (*completion of kindergarten required)
The visual arts camp introduces students to a variety of media, techniques, art history, and multicultural appreciation in a fun and educational environment. Pre-planned age-appropriate projects, based on the weekly themes, are worked on daily and ready to come home by Friday.
iPad Explorations
Ages 8 – 10
Under the direction of DFAC’s talented faculty, young artists will explore the digital world on DFAC iPads. They will create art using a variety of artsy apps. 2-D materials will be utilized as well as items for stop motion animation.
ARTS in Motion
Ages 8 – 12
This camp embraces the idea that art goes beyond just the traditional/visual and has opportunities to explore other “art-full” areas. 2026 will feature Musical Theater camps.
Mural Madness
Ages 10 – 14
Under the direction of DFAC’s talented faculty, young artists will learn the steps in creating magnificent, monumental sized drawings and paintings that will be on display at DFAC.
Art Squad Teen Art Camp
Ages 11 – 14
Art Squad allows teens to use the theme of the week as a departure point for their own creative experience.
Summer Camp Weekly Themes
Week 1: Alien Takeover: Barnyard Edition
6/1 – 6/5
What antics could possibly occur when the aliens takeover the farm???
Week 2: Shark Week 11: Shark Shifters
6/8 – 6/12
You thought it was a shark but think again! Could it really be a shapeshifter???
Week 3: Rumble in the Jungle
6/15 – 6/18 (4-day week: Closed 6/19)
Anacondas, Elephants, Tucans, and more creating lively mischief throughout the jungle…
Week 4: Wacky Wizardly Wonderlands (Exhibit week)
6/22 – 6/26
With a wave of the wand, you can create a wizardly wonderland that extends to the ends of your imagination with your favorite mythical creatures.
Week 5: Crazy Capybara Carnival
6/29 – 7/3
Take your capybara friend on a wild carnival ride, play games, buy some cotton candy, or even win a prize!!!
Week 6: “Soda” Pop Art
7/6 – 7/10
Turn your favorite “fizzy” concoction into a pop art sensation! You’re my soda pop…
Week 7: Pirate Pandemonium
7/13 – 7/17
Aye, Matey! Sail the seas to a hidden island where treasures await if you can find them…
Week 8: Starry Night Snakes Make Minecraft Cakes
7/20 – 7/24
Van Gogh inspired snakes slither into the kitchen to cook up a Minecrafty dessert.
Week 9: Multiverse Emojis
7/27 – 7/31
Leap through the multiverse possibilities with your favorite emoji characters.
Week 10: End of Summer Ocean Bash
8/3 – 8/7
Stingrays, dolphins, whales, octopus, sea turtles, and more. Surf the waves to celebrate the end of summer sea creature style.
Aftercare
For a more flexible pick up time, aftercare is available for $75 per camper/per week. Hours are 3:15 – 5:30 p.m. Mini Masters require an older sibling in order to participate.
(Note: for 4-day week 3 Aftercare is available for $60)
Lunch & Snacks
Students bring: Lunch, snack & drink bottle daily
(Aftercare students bring 2 snacks daily)
(No microwave heat ups)
(No Snack Cart option)
Lunch is also available through Palm Cafe. Orders must be put in on Mondays by 10:00 am.
Teens! Are You Looking to Volunteer this Summer?
Are you 15 years or older and looking for a fun way to spend your summer while earning your Community/Bright Futures Scholarship hours or just want to give back? Volunteer at our summer camp! It’s an exciting opportunity to make new friends, enjoy creative activities, and earn valuable volunteer hours. Help campers have an unforgettable experience while gaining leadership skills and making a difference. Don’t miss out—join us this summer! Click Here to fill out the form.
2026 Camp Scholarship Applications Closed at this Time
Grants and donations received through community partnerships, individuals and organizations, enable DFAC to grant summer camp scholarships to those in need. No matter where you live, you may apply.
The following items are required to apply:
- A letter explaining why a scholarship is needed.
- A drawing or letter from the child telling why they would like to attend art camp.
- A copy of a current report card with satisfactory grades.
- A letter of recommendation.
- Completed Registration Form
Note: If you live in Dunedin, please provide proof of residency.
Send/drop off complete package to the attention of:
Shannon Pattee- Dir. of Youth Education
1143 Michigan Blvd,
Dunedin, FL 34698
Thanks in part to community partners such as CFY, Creative Pinellas, The City of Dunedin, Dunedin Rotary, Dunedin Rotary North, Dunedin Youth Guild, Jessica’s Youth Scholarship Fund, Pougialis/Anastasakis Foundation for Art, Pinellas Community Foundation, Rick Nelson & Dottie Scroggins (Youth) scholarship, In Memory of Ruth Payne Stone, In Memory of Andy VonEitzen, Coral Hacker, Linda Joy Willmore, Junior League, and DFAC’s Circle of Caring.