Your Brain and Art (Grades 7-8)
Reminder: All K-8 summer camps on the CU Boulder campus end at 3pm on Fridays.
June 15-18* (*Note: This is a 4-day week. Online registration closes June 5. Call 303-492-7188 to register after this date.)
1-4pm (Excluding Friday; camp ends at 3pm on Friday)
$235
July 13-17 (Online registration closes July 3. Call 303-492-7188 to register after this date.)
1-4pm (Excluding Friday; camp ends at 3pm on Friday)
$295
Location: CU Science Discovery
How does your brain shape the way you see, feel, and create? In this hands-on, science meets art class, students will explore the surprising connections between neuroscience and creativity. Throughout the week, we’ll investigate visual perception, optical illusions, emotions, sensory processing, decision making, and creative problem solving. Students will experiment with illusions, draw using “brain tricks,” create textured mixed-media artwork, and design a final piece that blends scientific understanding with artistic expression. This class is perfect for curious artists, budding scientists, and anyone who wants to understand the incredible brain behind their creativity.
What to Bring: While at Science Discovery, participants are expected to store their personal belongings in their backpack. Space is limited so please limit the number of personal items brought from home. All items should be labeled with the participant’s first and last name in case an item is misplaced. Please send your child with the following each day:
- A backpack (sized to fit your child) for carrying personal items and any camp materials they will be bringing home
- Filled water bottle(s)
- 1-2 snacks (or more), depending on the child's needs
- A sack lunch that does not require refrigeration
- Closed-toed shoes
- A hair tie to hold back lengthy hair, if applicable
- All camps spend a portion of each day outside. Please send your child with clothing appropriate for the daily forecasted weather (jacket, sweatshirt, rain poncho, etc.)
- Optional: A mask or any additional Personal Protective Equipment the child wishes to utilize
Grade Policy: CU Science Discovery serves students in grades K-12. Careful consideration is used to determine grade levels for all camps and classes. To provide the highest quality experience for all participants, it is necessary to adhere to the specified grade range for all camps and classes.
Cancellation and Transfer Policy: Science Discovery has designed its cancellation policy to minimize the number of camp and class spots that are unused due to last-minute cancellations. Cancellations made more than 30 days prior to the start of the camp/class will incur a $35 administrative fee. No refunds will be given for cancellations made within 30 days of the start of the camp/class. In the event that a camp/class is cancelled by Science Discovery, registrants will receive a full refund. Transfer requests made up to 30 days prior to the start of a camp/class will incur a $15 administrative fee. Transfer requests made within 30 days of the start of a camp/class will incur a $35 administrative fee.