The Oxbow School | Oxbow Summer Camp 2014

Oxbow Summer Camp 2014

09/25/13

Our 2013 summer camp marked the 10th year of our summer camp program! This year's summer campers included California natives living and creating alongside others from St. Louis, Beijing, Bali, Seoul, Memphis, Mazatlan, and Santo Domingo!

Both sessions, campers immersed themselves into their artistic practice in the studios and played hard in our co-curricular activities. Among our counselor team we had three semester alumni and a former semester teaching assistant. Also noteworthy, is the exceptional dedication of our summer faculty members, one returning to camp for her 7th summer and another for his 8th!

To see the program photos check out our Facebook and Tumblr pages.

The planning for our 2014 summer camp program has begun! More details will be on our website shortly. Additional program information and photos can be found under the Summer Camp tab on the school website at www.oxbowschool.org. Please contact summercamp@oxbowschool.org or call 707.592.6295 with inquiries.

Many thanks,
Susan Lynn Smith
Summer Camp Director

The art that goes on in most high schools is usually relatively skill-based. At Oxbow, there is more emphasis on looking and seeing and more critical thinking about what you are doing, the human connection, that personal element. Through art you can begin to understand yourself better. That may be the biggest eye-opener for students. It is almost a preview of college. Get out of the mechanical factory high school education and get into something open, new, and invigorating in a small environment.

— Bill Barrett, Former Oxbow Board Member, Former Executive Director of the Association of Independent Colleges of Art & Design (AICAD)

I have learned so many skills and habits that have made me a better person throughout my time here. To name a few: I have learned how to be a good roommate, how to communicate, and how to trust myself. I have learned the importance of staying hydrated, getting good sleep, and having a clean work space. I have learned how to share space both in the studios and dorms. Lastly, I have learned that it’s okay to advocate for what you need and that there is no harm in asking for help or support.

— Grace Reynolds, Fall 2023

Oxbow gave Will a voice and a community. Under the nurturing attention of his wonderful teachers, he learned that he had the intellectual capability to express himself and that his unique point of view was, in fact, an asset.

— David Becker, Parent

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