You’ve got a passion for art and a desire to delve into some creative adventures. We’ve got top-of-the-line facilities and fun classes to help you grow your skills!

This summer, Northwestern College is offering both single-day sessions and weeklong camps that can help bring out the artist within you. Join us in the Korver Visual Arts Center as Faith Tyrrell leads colorful art projects and creative explorations. There are a variety of different class opportunities for ages ranging from 5th-graders to adults.

We can’t wait to see what masterpieces you will create this summer!

Want to Paint Like Bob?

Instructor: Faith Tyrrell

Ever wanted to paint like a certain ’80s icon? In this class, you’ll have the opportunity paint a stunning nature scene in the style of our favorite tree hugger. You’ll amaze yourself as clouds and mountains flow from your paintbrush and onto your canvas. Northwestern is offering different variations of this class throughout the summer, so whether you’re looking for a fun, adult-only date night or a morning outing with the kids, there is something for everyone!

All supplies provided. Paint clothes recommended. Retro ’80s duds encouraged but optional.

Tuesday, June 25
6th-graders to adults
10 am to noon

Thursday, July 11
Date Night (adults only)
7 to 9 pm

Thursday, July 25
6th-graders to adults
10 am to noon

Amazing Acrylics for Grades 7–12

Instructor: Faith Tyrrell

This four-session camp will teach you about different types of acrylic painting. You’ll learn about color mixing, how to use palette knives, and how to paint light reflections with a disco ball. You’ll also get to experiment with a variety of acrylic pour-painting techniques. The final day will give you an opportunity to show your parents your work and to teach them some of the techniques you learned.

All supplies provided. Paint clothes recommended.

Tuesdays, July 9, 16, 23 and 30
6:00 pm-7:30 pm

Wild Watercolors for Grades 5–8

Instructor: Faith Tyrrell

This four-session camp covers different techniques of watercolor painting. You’ll learn how to mix colors and the difference between wet and dry brushing. You’ll also explore how to use salt, masking tape and watercolor pencils in your work. The final day will give you an opportunity to show your parents your paintings and to teach them some of the techniques you learned!

All supplies provided. Paint clothes recommended.

Tuesday through Friday, June 18–21
10:00am-11:30am