2026 Summer Sizzler Youth Art Camps, June 29 – July 31

Summer Sizzler is Tryon Arts & Crafts School’s one-of-a-kind camp experience, running Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Throughout each day, campers enjoy a fun, varied experience using special tools and equipment for making all sorts of arts and crafts. Summer Sizzler also incorporates physically active time outside on Harmon Field by the Pacolet River.

Description

2026 Summer Sizzler Youth Art Camps at Tryon Arts & Crafts School

Ignite your child’s creativity this summer! Our weekly youth art camps offer an immersive, hands-on journey through the world of heritage crafts and modern making.

Expert Instruction & Diverse Projects

Programs are led by a talented team of instructors who bring a wealth of artistic experience to the studio. Students engage in high-quality exploration under the guidance of our lead teachers: Courtney Cotton, Erin Carmichael, Emma Yankovich, and Devann Donovan.

The curriculum focuses on daily core projects designed to build technical skills. Past camps have included a wide range of projects such as:

Fine Arts: Drawing, painting, printmaking, and collage.
Sculpture & Craft: Pottery, fused glass, woodworking, and papier mâché.
Textiles & Paper: Needlework and paper-making.

To provide a unique perspective on the trades, our program also features guest demonstrations from professional artisans in specialized disciplines like Blacksmithing, Welding, Pottery, Fused Glass, Woodworking, and Fiber Arts.

Active Creativity at Harmon Field

The daily schedule balances focused studio time with outdoor activities around Harmon Field. Students have the space to move, play, and find inspiration in the natural beauty surrounding the school, keeping energy levels high and minds refreshed.

Schedule & Dates

Camps run daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a midday lunch break.

Week 1: June 29 – July 2 (Mon–Thu only; TACS is closed July 3rd)
Week 2: July 6 – 10
Week 3: July 13 – 17
Week 4: July 20 – 24
Week 5: July 27 – 31

Age Groups: Separate sessions are available each week for Ages 7–9 and Ages 10 and up.

If your child falls outside of these age ranges, please contact us here to inquire about custom classes or upcoming youth offerings.

What to Prepare

Food & Drink: Students should bring a lunch, snacks, and a drink each day.
Attire: We encourage students to wear work clothes that they don’t mind getting dirty with wet art materials, such as paint and glaze.

Registration Support

If you have any difficulty signing up for our summer sessions online, please call our office at 828-859-8323. We will be glad to help you complete your registration.

Spaces fill up quickly—reserve your spot today for a summer of craft, community, and discovery!