Start your morning with art, stories, and creative play! Each session begins with a short story to spark imagination, followed by a simple, guided art activity designed for toddlers and preschoolers to complete with their caregivers. Afterward, children explore a variety of open-ended art and sensory materials that invite experimentation, discovery, and joyful mess-making. Caregivers stay and create alongside their children, making each class a meaningful shared experience that encourages curiosity and creativity. 

(18 months - 5 years old)

The Counselor in Training (CIT) Program is a hands-on volunteer opportunity for middle and high school students interested in working with children, developing leadership skills, and gaining experience in an art education setting. CITs assist with camp activities, classroom organization, material setup and cleanup, and supporting younger artists throughout the day.

This program is free to participate, with a $20 supply fee to help cover materials and administrative costs.

Emma’s Art Studio is happy to sign Student Service Learning (SSL) forms for MCPS schools. Please note that while MCPS lists educational organizations as eligible volunteer sites, approval of SSL hours is ultimately determined by each individual school, and acceptance of hours cannot be guaranteed.

This program is best suited for responsible, motivated students who enjoy working with children and are eager to learn in a creative, collaborative environment.

Dive into a full week of creative exploration! Each day features a different fine arts focus — from jewelry making and magical art to painting, sculpture, and mathematical design. Campers will work with high-quality materials to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind projects inspired by professional artists and imaginative play. All materials included.

Our summer camp aftercare program runs daily from 3:00–6:00 PM and offers a relaxed, comfortable extension of the camp day. Children enjoy free-play time with toys, games, board games, and open-ended art materials, allowing them to unwind and choose how they spend their afternoon. The final hour of aftercare is dedicated to quiet reading time, helping campers transition into a calm end-of-day routine. On Fridays, students enjoy an age-appropriate movie beginning at 3:30 PM. A great option for families needing flexible pick-up while keeping kids engaged in a warm, supervised environment.

Join Emma Stevenson Cowan for a relaxed and inspiring Open Studio experience at Emma’s Art Studio in downtown Bethesda. This is your time to slow down, explore, and create in a welcoming, thoughtfully designed space.

A curated selection of high-quality materials will be available, including acrylic paints, watercolors, and collage supplies. Whether you’re continuing a personal project or starting something new, Emma will be there to offer guidance, encouragement, and artistic insight as needed—without the pressure of a structured class.

Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this open-format session invites you to make art at your own pace in a calm, creative community setting.

Come make art, experiment, and reconnect with your creative practice.

Tuition includes 1 Adult + 1 Child (Ages 6-12)

All DIGITAL camera types are welcome, including cell phone cameras.

This interactive workshop invites parents and children to explore photography together as a tool for connection, communication, and creativity. Through guided activities, participants will create meaningful self-portraits and portraits of one another while building confidence and strengthening their relationship through shared creative play. Students will leave with printed photos.

Learn more about guest instructor Melissa here: www.mwsimages.com

The Counselor in Training (CIT) Program is a hands-on volunteer opportunity for middle and high school students interested in working with children, developing leadership skills, and gaining experience in an art education setting. CITs assist with camp activities, classroom organization, material setup and cleanup, and supporting younger artists throughout the day.

This program is free to participate, with a $20 supply fee to help cover materials and administrative costs.

Emma’s Art Studio is happy to sign Student Service Learning (SSL) forms for MCPS schools. Please note that while MCPS lists educational organizations as eligible volunteer sites, approval of SSL hours is ultimately determined by each individual school, and acceptance of hours cannot be guaranteed.

This program is best suited for responsible, motivated students who enjoy working with children and are eager to learn in a creative, collaborative environment.