Cartooning camps

Sketch your visionary tales in a cartooning camp!

Children learn fundamental visual art skills to further their self-expression, in cartooning camps listed below. Sketching, drawing, and painting skills all improve in camps listed below. You’ll find camps specialising in cartooning instruction listed first, followed by multidisciplinary programs with some cartooning activities integrated. Information regarding what kids can expect from camp is found below the lists. Read more

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	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
Canadian Contemporary School of Art A contemporary art school that teaches skills and methods to inspire artistic expression for all ages. We offer painting, fashion design, filmmaking, animation, sculpting, architecture and more! Leaside, Toronto; Mississauga; Thornhill Arts: Visual Arts (multi) Ages 1 to 17 (Coed) Day Camp, Program, PA Day, Virtual Program from $40	daycampprogramclasspadayvirtualprogramcoed	40	1-17	9	Leaside, TorontoMississaugaThornhillOntarioEast-York
Animation, Architecture and Illustration Summer Art Camp by PortPrep The art camp for teens who are serious about animation and the arts. If your kid needs to make a portfolio for art or design college this is the camp to sign up for. Our students get accepted into top ranked colleges. Guelph Arts: Visual Arts (multi) Ages 11 to 26 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp, Virtual Program from $100	daycampovernightcampvirtualprogramcoed	100	11-26	14	GuelphOnlineOntario
Digital Media Academy Vancouver In-person digital media camps at UBC Vancouver. Originated at Stanford Univ. The very best tech summer camp created by Silicon Valley experts. Only at the most prestigious universities! 20 years prime reputation. Vancouver; West Vancouver Education: STEAM Ages 6 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp, Program, Virtual Program from $1,498	daycampprogramclassvirtualprogramcoed	1498	6-18	25	VancouverWest VancouverOnlineBritish Columbia

Camps offering cartooning as an activity

	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
TAC Sports - Toronto Athletic Camps TAC Sports, TAC Aquatics and Lifetime Skills Academy (LSA) specialize in sports, swim and S.T.E.M programming. Ages 4-16, Co-ed. Year round Camps, Lessons, Academy and House Leagues across the GTA! Grow, Learn, Lead! Bridle Path, Toronto; Lytton Park, Toronto; Mississauga; Thornhill Sport (multi) Ages 3.5 to 16 (Coed) Day Camp from $250	daycampcoed	250	3.5-16	1	Bridle Path, TorontoLytton Park, TorontoMississaugaThornhillOntarioNorth-York, Uptown
Brick Works Academy The Best Technology summer camp in the region! Your children and friends are super excited about our Lego Robotics, Minecraft Computer Camp, Pokemon Designer, and YouTube camps! In-person and virtual programs available Throughout Ontario (11) Education: STEAM Ages 5 to 13 (Coed) Day Camp from $250	daycampcoed	250	5-13	2	Forest Hill, TorontoKingsway Park, TorontoLansing , TorontoCambridgeGuelphHamiltonKitchenerLondonWaterlooOnlineOntarioEtobicoke, Midtown, North-York
Zebra Robotics Robotics and coding after-school, weekend, competition prep, and summer camp classes for students from Grade 2 to 12. Burlington; Mississauga; Oakville Computer: Robotics Ages 7 to 17 (Coed) Day Camp from $30	daycampcoed	30	7-17	3	BurlingtonMississaugaOakvilleOnlineOntario
The STEAM Project Camps and classes for creative girls and boys who love science, technology, robotics, and design projects. Our kids learn while they experiment, invent, digitally fabricate, and build projects with their own hands! Markham; Richmond Hill Education: STEAM Ages 4 to 15 (Coed) Day Camp from $33	daycampcoed	33	4-15	4	MarkhamRichmond HillOnlineOntario
Cyber Square - Coding for Kids Online Coding Courses For Age 5 and Above: Preparing kids for the future with coding and entrepreneurship skills. Enjoy instructor-led live online coding classes for kids at your comfort Pickering Education (multi) Ages 5 to 17 (Coed, Girls, Boys) Virtual Program from $90	virtualprogramcoedallgirlsallboys	90	5-17	5	PickeringOnlineOntario
Crescent Camps Our Camps reflect Crescent School's excellence in STEM, robotics, athletics, business, the arts and leadership, with highly qualified, enthusiastic instructors and staff. North Toronto, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 13 (Coed) Day Camp from $420	daycampcoed	420	4-13	6	North Toronto, TorontoOnlineOntarioUptown
LOLART SCHOOL LOLART has specific intent to empower learners with more than just tangible/academic skills. Creativity is taught and learned at our Art classes and Camp at 2 Locations in GTA and we share the joy of greater advancement! Henry Farm, Toronto; Willowdale, Toronto Arts: Arts & Crafts Ages 3.5 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp, Program from $30	daycampprogramclasscoed	30	3.5-18	7	Henry Farm, TorontoWillowdale, TorontoOnlineOntarioNorth-York
Empower Learning Centre Join our summer camps at Empower Learning Centre! Engage in fun activities, develop new skills, and make lasting memories. Limited spots available. Register now! Mississauga Traditional (multi activity) Ages 2 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp from $80	daycampcoed	80	2-18	8	MississaugaOntario
Rotherglen Summer Camp Summer Camps will include Robotics, STEM, Art, Sports all taking advantage of our beautiful new state of the art facility. Registration is now open! Mississauga; Oakville Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp from $305	daycampcoed	305	4-12	10	MississaugaOakvilleOntario
Adventure Valley Summer day camp servicing Oakville, Burlington, Milton, Mississauga and Etobicoke. We focus on developing the whole child through nature discovery, creative arts and active play. Oakville Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 14 (Coed) Day Camp from $425	daycampcoed	425	4-14	11	OakvilleOntario
Ottawa School of Art Children aged 4 to 17 will embark on an exciting hands-on exploration of a variety of artistic mediums, themes and styles including drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and sculpture, and clay. Ottawa Arts: Visual Arts (multi) Ages 4 to 17 (Coed) Day Camp from $280	daycampcoed	280	4-17	12	OttawaOnlineOntario
Oxford Learning High Park Oxford means a personalized learning experience for your child. Veriety of programs for the students of all ages. Learning takes a fun turn. Our students are excited to learn! Bloor West Village, Toronto; High Park, Toronto Education (multi) Ages 4 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp from $100	daycampcoed	100	4-12	13	Bloor West Village, TorontoHigh Park, TorontoOnlineOntarioWest-End
YMCA of Eastern Ontario We offer a full range of youth rec programs such as basketball, cycling, karate, swimming & school-break & summer day camps. These are offered in safe environments to help children develop self-esteem & confidence. Brockville; Kingston; Prescott and Russell Traditional (multi activity) Ages 1 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp from $1	daycampcoed	1	1-18	15	BrockvilleKingstonPrescott and RussellOntario
McMichael Children and Youth Art Camps and Programs The McMichael provides an unmatched backdrop for children, youth and family programs. For details on Virtual Programs, Children's Camps, Art Classes, Accessible Studio Workshops and Family Days visit mcmichael.com today! Vaughan Arts: Visual Arts (multi) Ages 4 to 15 (Coed) Program from $120	programclasscoed	120	4-15	16	VaughanOnlineOntario
Camp Laureate A fun-filled summer camp featuring a blend of STEAM programs and traditional day camp activities including robotics, hiking, photography, painting, archery, ultimate sports, etc. Weekly themed special guests. Burlington Education: STEAM Ages 6 to 14 (Coed) Day Camp from $260	daycampcoed	260	6-14	17	BurlingtonOntario
Budding Genius Partner of the Canadian Association of Principals. Working with schools all over Canada. 30+ STEAM activities Academic courses to develop each child's inner innovative ability! University prep courses-STEAM Camps-Fre-Eng Education: STEAM Ages 4 to 18 (Coed) Virtual Program from $190	virtualprogramcoed	190	4-18	18	Online
UMS Summer Programs We are a traditional day camp that fosters kids' curiosity over the summer by offering fun, unique, and educational activities and field trips. Markham Traditional (multi activity) Ages 3 to 13 (Coed) Day Camp from $200	daycampcoed	200	3-13	19	MarkhamOntario
Laurus Summer Camp Montreal, North & South Shore, and West Island's #1 Lifestyle Summer day camp! We blend education & specialty training in arts, sports and more! Weekly program for kids ages 3 - 15! Registration opens January 2nd 2023! Throughout Ontario, Quebec (24) Traditional (multi activity) Ages 3 to 15 (Coed) Day Camp from $200	daycampcoed	200	3-15	20	Baie-d'UrfeBeaconsfieldBlainvilleBrossardDollard-Des-OrmeauxDorvalKirklandL'Ile-BizardLavalMirabelMontrealOttawaPierrefondsPointe-ClaireRosemereSainte-Anne-de-BellevueVaudreuil-DorionVerdunWestmountOntario, Quebec
Sparrow Lake Camp Since 1912! Sparrow Lake Camp is a traditional Co-Ed Summer Camp where all are welcome, all are valued, and all belong. Overnight camps for kids 6-16, as well as our friends and family 'Holiday Camp' for all ages! Orillia Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $925	overnightcampcoed	925	6-16	21	OrilliaOntario
CASMA Toronto High quality instruction in sport, art, music and more! Special guest speakers. All Ministry of Health health and safety measures in place. Our small group summer camp was sold out and we had zero Covid-19 cases. Bridle Path, Toronto; Lawrence Heights, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 16 (Coed) Day Camp from $200	daycampcoed	200	4-16	22	Bridle Path, TorontoLawrence Heights, TorontoOnlineOntarioNorth-York
Zen Maker Lab Give your child a unique STEAM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, and Math) experience and register them at our STEAMazing Summer Camps. North Vancouver Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 16 (Coed) Day Camp, Program from $25	daycampprogramclasscoed	25	4-16	23	North VancouverBritish Columbia
Hive5 Child Learning and Creative Center S.T.E.A.M stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. STEAM is critical to the future success of the young generation as the most core concept of future jobs are rooted in the 5 skills of STEAM education. Newmarket Education: STEAM Ages 4 to 15 (Coed) Day Camp, Program, PA Day from $70	daycampprogramclasspadaycoed	70	4-15	24	NewmarketOntario
Art Academy at Art-Kitect Art-Kitect is an award winning art studio that offers multi-activity day camps that incorporates art, mindfulness, play, current events and animals! Danforth Village, Toronto Arts: Visual Arts (multi) Ages 4 to 11 (Coed) Day Camp, Program from $300	daycampprogramclasscoed	300	4-11	26	Danforth Village, TorontoOntarioEast-End
Idea Labs Kids Richmond Hill Build build critical-thinking skills through FUN, hands-on enrichment, and after school classes, camps, birthday experiences, and workshops. AWESEOME inquiry-based STEAM programs! Richmond Hill Education: STEM Ages 4 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp, Program from $25	daycampprogramclasscoed	25	4-12	27	Richmond HillOnlineOntario
Paint ur Art Out A fun and creative art camp with many different creative projects indoors and outdoors at the nearby playgrounds. Camp is held in our instruction area in the gallery. Calgary Arts (multi) Ages 6 to 13 (Coed) Day Camp, Program, PA Day from $325	daycampprogramclasspadaycoed	325	6-13	28	CalgaryAlberta
Bayview Glen Camp Located centrally in Toronto, this summer camp boasts ample outdoor greenspace, a full size turf sports field, and air conditioned buildings. They offer specialized sports, arts, and coding/robotics camps. Don Mills, Toronto; York Mills, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 14 (Coed) Day Camp from $745	daycampcoed	745	4-14	29	Don Mills, TorontoYork Mills, TorontoOnlineOntarioNorth-York
Kids Inc Camp Kids Inc provides a variety of activities - swimming, canoeing, archery, theme days, crafts, LIT, catered lunch option, junior camp and more. Bus service included from Peel, Halton, Orangeville, Guelph Areas and beyond! Halton Hills; Milton Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 14 (Coed) Day Camp from $250	daycampcoed	250	5-14	30	Halton HillsMiltonOntario
Idea Labs Kids Pickering & Whitby A STEAM (STEM + Arts) summer camp and before and after-school care provider that offers variety of classes, including coding, cooking, game design, robotics and virtual reality for children ages 4-13. Pickering; Whitby Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 13 (Coed) Day Camp from $285	daycampcoed	285	4-13	31	PickeringWhitbyOntario
Block 8 Academy Camps, classes and preschool that are Active, Creative, and a Mix of Indoor and Outdoor! From lake days to art/drama classes, abacus math to music - we have a balanced curriculum that keeps the kids engaged. Port Moody Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp from $50	daycampcoed	50	5-12	32	Port MoodyOnlineBritish Columbia

What happens in cartooning camp?

Cartooning camp unleashes your child’s inner artist, as seasoned instructors introduce kids to the fundamentals of visual arts. Beginner cartoonists as young as 6 years old learn basic cartooning skills like colour, lighting, and proportion. As children sharpen and develop skills, they have the opportunity to create more detailed drawings. As you’ll see, camps include cartooning amongst other activities as broad as visual art instruction or camps focused on drawing or painting.

Various genres are explored in class such as comic drawing, manga, and anime, broadening children’s cartooning range. Often, children take their creations home to show off skills to family and friends.

Originality is the core of cartooning camp, as children conjure original characters and worlds through a diverse set of projects. For convenience, some camps are offered virtually on platforms such as Zoom or Google Meet. Cartooning camps charge per lesson or for the entire duration of camp. In the former, camps begin at $30 per lesson, while the latter starts at $300. All programs are coeducational.

About advanced cartooning camps

Advanced cartooning camps include instruction in visual storytelling. Using their aesthetic intelligence, children capture emotion and tension within their characters, settings, and plotlines. This allows them to construct vivid narratives. Careers in animation, cartooning, or even video game design require fluency in visual storytelling techniques.

Experimentation is also a unique trait of advanced cartooning camps. Children transition between genres, cartooning styles, and themes in their cartoon creations, which helps them find where they excel in the visual arts. This also helps children free their imaginations and achieve self-expression through their work. Sort through each list above to find a cartooning camp worth investing in!

Why go to cartooning camp?

As children complete projects and unleash their creativity, they build a unique set of skills. Here are some things children can expect in cartooning camp:

Independence grows through both online or in-person learning formats, as kids brainstorm, sketch, and problem-solve on their own to create cartoons.
For kids serious about a career in visual arts, portfolio building is a focus for some cartooning camps. Kids complete art pieces worthy of post-secondary applications for programs in animation, 3D design, and filmmaking.
Kids make friends with like-minded peers, who share a passion for storytelling and drawing.

Improvements in academic performance. Skills learned through cartooning such as flexibility, organization, and problem-solving transfer to students’ work habits in other areas. Subjects like math or science benefit from these skills.

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