Clay & Sculpt: Under the Stars
When the stars come out, the magic begins! Journey into a nighttime world of glowing fireflies, moonlit creatures, cozy campfires, and starry adventures.
In Under the Stars, campers will look to the night sky and the world that awakens after dark for inspiration. We’ll imagine evenings spent beneath the stars, mysterious woodland nights, glowing constellations, and adventures illuminated by moonlight.
Across two days, young artists will handbuilding foundational hand-building clay techniques such as pinching, coiling, and slab building, with pieces being kiln-fired and glazed for color. They will also explore other sculptural materials like wire, found objects, and mixed media.
Each day will feature different projects and adventures, so campers can join us for one day or both!
Come create a little nighttime magic and discover what happens when the sun goes down and imagination lights the way!
Afternoon School's Out Camp
When: November 2–3, 1:00–3:00 PM
Where: Lionardo Art Studio, 1212 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Flexible Registration: This is a two-day camp, but registration is by the day. Choose the day that works best for your family, or join us for both! Each day features different projects.
Clay & Glazing: For campers who want the full ceramics experience, we recommend registering for both days. On the first day, campers will sculpt their clay creations, which will then be prepared for glazing on the second day. Campers are still welcome to attend just one day and participate in the sculpting portion without glazing. Finished ceramics will be kiln-fired and available for pickup approximately one week after camp.
Who: Designed for kids ages 6–12.
Drop-off Camp: Lionardo Art Camp is a drop-off program.
Make It a Full Day: Pair Under the Stars with our morning camp, Into the Woods, for a full day of creative adventure from the forest floor to the starry sky!
Mix & Save: Choose any combination of School's Out Camps throughout the school year and save!
2–3 camps: Save 10%
4–9 camps: Save 15%
10+ camps: Save 20%
Morning and afternoon camps each count as one camp, and you can mix and match across dates and school breaks. Discounts are calculated per student, so sibling registrations cannot be combined to reach a discount tier.
ART CAMP POLICIES
Camp Hours: Camps are offered as morning or afternoon sessions, with exact times listed on each individual camp page. Campers ages 5+ may enroll in both a morning and afternoon camp for a full-day experience. A supervised lunch hour is included for full-day campers. Please bring a packed lunch.
Before & After Care: Optional early drop-off and late pickup are available for up to 30 minutes before or after camp. Before and after care must be selected during registration and includes an additional fee.
Drop-Off Program: Lionardo Art Camp is a drop-off program for children ages 3 and up. Parents or caregivers of younger campers are welcome to wait in the front waiting area if preferred.
Small Group Environment: Camps are intentionally kept small, with a maximum of 16 campers and at least two teachers present. Our typical student-to-teacher ratio is 1:8, allowing for personalized support and a positive, engaging environment.
HEATH AND WELLNESS POLICY
We prioritize the health and well-being of our campers, families, and staff.
If your child is feeling unwell, has a fever, vomiting, or other contagious symptoms, please keep them home and notify us as soon as possible. Campers should be symptom-free for at least 24 hours before returning.
We follow standard cleaning and hygiene practices and will communicate with enrolled families if any health-related updates or precautions are needed during the session.
FOOD AND ALLERGY POLICY
Lionardo Art Studio is a nut-free studio.
Campers should bring a snack or lunch (for full-day campers), but no peanuts or tree nuts are permitted. This includes nut butters, nut milks, and products containing nuts such as Nutella.
Please list all allergies and dietary concerns on your registration form. While we do our best to accommodate needs, parents and guardians are ultimately responsible for their child’s dietary choices.
We require all children who are prescribed an epi-pen, inhaler, diabetic monitor or other medical device carry it with them at all times while on the premises. Parents and guardians assume full responsibility for their child's allergies and other medical conditions.
CANCELLATION, REFUND, & TRANSFER POLICY
Payment & Deposit: Full payment is required at the time of enrollment and includes a $25 nonrefundable deposit.
Refund Policy: Refunds are available until 30 days before the camp start date. Approved refunds will be issued minus the $25 nonrefundable deposit.
After this date, refunds are not available.
Why refunds are limited: Late withdrawals make it very difficult to fill an open spot. By that time, supplies have been purchased, materials prepared, and teaching staff scheduled based on enrollment. Your registration helps us hold and prepare your child’s spot, allowing us to offer small group sizes and a high-quality experience for all campers.
While refunds are not available after this date, we do allow spot transfers, where families are welcome to transfer a camp spot to a friend if plans change.
Transfers & Credits: If space allows, transfers to another camp may be requested up to 7 days before the camp start date.
Low Enrollment: If a camp does not meet the minimum enrollment of 4 campers at least 15 days before the start date, Lionardo Art Studio reserves the right to cancel the camp. In this case, families may choose a full refund or a transfer to another available camp.