Under the Sea Adventure Summer Art Camp in Tempe for Kids Ages 6–12
Under the Sea Adventure Summer Art Camp in Tempe for Kids Ages 6–12
Looking for an ocean-themed summer camp in Tempe, Arizona? 🐠🌊
Crafty Tomato’s Under the Sea Adventure Summer Art Camp is a hands-on creative experience where kids ages 6–12 can dive into a week filled with colorful sea creatures, ocean-inspired crafts, painting, clay projects, and imaginative underwater adventures.
Located near ASU in Tempe, Crafty Tomato offers a fun indoor summer camp designed for creative kids who love marine animals, mermaids, colorful ocean life, and hands-on art projects.
What Is Under the Sea Adventure Camp?
Our Under the Sea themed week transforms the studio into a colorful underwater world filled with ocean-inspired creativity.
Campers will spend the week making projects inspired by:
- sea creatures
- coral reefs
- mermaids
- tropical fish
- deep sea adventures
- ocean colors & textures
No art experience is needed.
This camp is designed to encourage imagination, creativity, and hands-on fun in a beginner-friendly environment.
What Kind of Projects Will Kids Make?
Each day includes different ocean-themed art projects and crafts using a variety of creative materials.
Camp activities may include:
- Ocean-inspired canvas paintings
- Clay sea creature sculpting
- Mermaid-themed crafts
- Jellyfish & fish art projects
- Mixed media underwater scenes
- Decorative ocean creations
- DIY charms & accessories
- Colorful sensory-inspired crafts
Kids get to experiment creatively while bringing home artwork every day.
A Creative Indoor Summer Activity in Tempe
Arizona summers can be extremely hot, which makes indoor creative camps a great option for families looking for fun activities during summer break.
At Crafty Tomato, kids can:
✔ stay cool indoors
✔ socialize with other campers
✔ create hands-on artwork
✔ explore creativity
✔ enjoy screen-free activities
Parents love seeing their children create artwork they feel proud of while making summer memories.
Why Ocean-Themed Crafts Are So Popular With Kids
Ocean themes naturally inspire creativity because they are:
- colorful
- playful
- imaginative
- sensory-rich
- full of interesting animals and textures
This camp week is especially great for kids who:
- love sea animals
- enjoy colorful art
- like fantasy & mermaid themes
- enjoy crafting and sculpting
- love imaginative storytelling
There’s something magical about underwater creativity that kids naturally connect with.
Screen-Free Creativity Kids Actually Enjoy
Our goal is to create an environment where kids can unplug from screens and spend time creating with their hands.
During camp, kids spend time:
- painting
- sculpting
- crafting
- designing
- experimenting creatively
Instead of passive entertainment, campers create real projects and memories they can take home.
Beginner Friendly & Small Group Environment
Crafty Tomato focuses on creating a welcoming and encouraging environment where every child feels comfortable exploring creativity.
Camp includes:
- smaller group sizes
- personalized guidance
- beginner-friendly projects
- relaxed creative atmosphere
- hands-on learning
Every child creates differently, and we encourage individuality and imagination.
Summer Camp Details
🐠 Under the Sea Adventure Summer Art Camp
📍 Tempe, Arizona near ASU
👦 Ages 6–12
🗓 July 20 -23 Art Camp Monday–Thursday ⏰ 9am–3pm
🗓 July 24 Day Camp Friday ⏰ 9am–12pm
Includes:
- All art materials
- Daily themed crafts
- Guided activities
- Hands-on creative projects
- Take-home artwork
Weekly Theme
- June 1-4 Art Camp & June 5 Day Camp: Color Craze
- June 8-11 Art Camp & June 12 Day Camp: Pet Party Palooza
- June 15-18 Art Camp & June 19 Day Camp: A Trip Around the Globe
- June 22-25 Art Camp & June 26 Day Camp: Anime & Manga
- June 29-July 2 Art Camp & July 3 Day Camp: Crafty Safari
- July 6-9 Art Camp & July 10 Day Camp: Asian Culture Week
- July 13- 16 Art Camp & July 17 Day Camp: FOOOOOD Lovers
- July 20 -23 Art Camp & July 24 Day Camp: Under Sea Adventure
- July 27-30 Art Camp & July 31 Day Camp: Crafty Museum
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my child need art experience?
No experience is needed. This camp is beginner friendly and designed for all skill levels.
What should campers bring?
We recommend bringing:
-
lunch
-
water bottle
-
comfortable clothes that can get messy
What materials will kids use?
Campers may use:
- acrylic paint
- air dry clay
- mixed media supplies
- decorative craft materials
- drawing tools
Is this camp only for younger kids?
No. Kids ages 6–12 who enjoy ocean themes, creativity, and hands-on projects usually love this week.
Where is Crafty Tomato located?
Crafty Tomato is a DIY craft studio in Tempe, Arizona near ASU.
Looking for a Fun Summer Camp in Tempe?
If your child loves ocean animals, colorful creativity, and hands-on art projects, Under the Sea Adventure Week might become their favorite part of summer.
👉 Reserve your spot at Crafty Tomato Summer Art Camp before spaces fill up.