Some spaces are set apart – quiet, intentional, and full of meaning. A niche can be an artist’s language, a way of shaping space and story; learning to find your own is part of discovering your voice, a journey that is both essential and demanding in an artist’s growth.

In this camp, students will explore the niche as both a physical and symbolic space: alcoves, shrines, recesses, and hidden corners designed to hold something of value. We’ll examine how artists across cultures and centuries have utilized niches to elevate objects, ideas, and stories, transforming ordinary spaces into something sacred.

Through drawing, sculpture, and mixed media, students will design and construct their own niches: personal spaces shaped by intention, symbolism, and restraint. Emphasis will be placed on planning, material choices, and the delicate balance between what is revealed and what remains private.

A visit to The Walters Art Museum will bring our exploration to life, as we seek out hidden spaces, study the placement of objects, and uncover the stories that make each piece quietly significant.

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Camp session is 5 days long (Monday-Friday), 10 AM - 6 PM

Cost: $650*

*Materials, transportation, admission fees, and an afternoon meal are included