May 22, 2007
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For more information, please contact:

Elaine Baney, Education Coordinator

(814) 946-4464

Travis Mearns, Public Relations Coordinator

(724) 238-6015

Altoona—The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art at Altoona will be offering an art camp this summer for local children. This year’s camp, Batik Boutique, will give children the unique experience to create art through the ancient process of Batik: applying wax to fabric in any design and then dyeing it. This camp is designed for children 8 through 14 and is taught in small, informal groups to provide children with exposure to a museum setting, as well as a chance to work with a variety of artistic media.

During this two-week course, which runs on weekdays from July 23 to August 3, 2007, children will begin to understand that the wax prevents the dye from touching the fabric in specified areas. After the fabric is dry, the possibilities are endless. This summer’s camp allows participants to create an abundance of artwork and take away a tool that they can use in future creative endeavors. On the final day of camp, children will have the opportunity to exhibit their hand-made works in front of family and friends.

The classes run from 1 to 4 pm and are taught by SAMA Education Coordinators. Cost for the camp is $125 per child, with art materials and snacks included. Registration requires a $25 non-refundable deposit per child and must be received no later than Monday, July 9, 2007. Reservations can be made by calling the Museum at (814) 946-4464.

The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art at Altoona is located in the Brett Building at 1210 Eleventh Avenue. Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends. The Museum is a handicapped-accessible facility and is open to the public free of charge. Parking is available in the garage across the street or in metered spots in the lot at the rear of the building. For more information, call the Museum or visit www.sama-art.org.