Parks & Crafts
An outdoor art camp focused on nature and self-expression
Lincoln Park · Seattle, Washington
About the Camp
Parks & Crafts is an outdoor art camp based in Seattle that centers creativity, nature, and self-expression. Each session begins with crafting a personal art journal or sketchbook, which campers fill throughout the week as they explore different materials and techniques.
Campers help shape the experience by sharing what they’re curious to learn and create. We work with both traditional art supplies and found materials gathered from the forest and beach, emphasizing process, experimentation, and imagination over perfection.
“We believe process matters more than perfection.”
What We’ll Create
Campers explore a wide range of materials and techniques — experimenting freely with traditional art supplies and found objects from the natural world.
• Gel printing with leaves and shells
• Watercolor with found and handmade brushes
• Crafting forest fairies and miniature houses
• Print transfers onto shed tree bark
• Linocut stamp making
• Texture rubbings with colored pencils
• Acrylic rock painting
The Queer & Non-Binary Teens session includes a special focus on wearable art, such as printed and silk-screened patches, customized pins, and other expressive accessories.
Camp Details
A thoughtfully structured day that balances creativity, movement, and play
Location
Lincoln Park, Seattle
Drop-Off Location
Upper parking lot of Lincoln Park, near the open field behind the birdhouses
Hours
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Cost
$375 per one-week session
Campers with disabilities are welcome. Please reach out with questions — we’re happy to brainstorm together to make sure your camper has what they need to be successful.
Sessions & Dates
Sessions run weekly throughout the summer. Age ranges are flexible — please reach out if you’d like help choosing the best fit for your child.
June 22–26
Ages 6–8
June 29–July 3
Ages 9–11
July 6–10
Ages 6–8
July 13–17
Ages 9–11
July 20–24
Ages 6–8
July 27–31
Ages 9–11
August 3–7
Ages 6–8
August 10–14
Ages 9–11
August 24–28
Queer & Non-Binary Teens, ages 12–14
Have an almost-9-year-old who loves a challenge, or a 10-year-old who needs lots of movement while working? Let’s talk — we’re happy to help you choose the best session.
Register / Get in Touch
To register or ask questions, please email us or use the form below. We’ll follow up with confirmation and session deposit details.
About Pidgeon
Pidgeon is an enthusiastic artist and lifelong student of watercolor painting and mixed media art journaling. She loves creating and crafting with friends and niblings, hiking with her dog Betty, and spending time at the beach watching the water.
Pidgeon is a childcare provider and preschool teacher with over 30 years of experience. While not currently operating her preschool, Hullabaloo, she remains up to date on Washington State requirements, including STARS training, background checks, First Aid and CPR certification, food handler permits, and fingerprinting.
Creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all campers is central to everything we do.