Art by Ancourage · School Holiday Programme
Content reviewed: Sep 2026
The Holiday Art Camp at Art by Ancourage — the creative-arts programme of Ancourage Academy — runs across every Singapore school holiday — March, June, September, and Year-End — at our Bishan (152 Bishan Street 11) and Woodlands (Vista Point, 548 Woodlands Drive 44) studios. Choose a 5-hour Holiday Day Camp (10am–3pm, $208 early bird per child when paid by 11.59pm (Singapore time) 14 days before the session date, $268 regular, lunch included) where students complete one themed artwork in a guided full-day session, or a 2-hour Lesson Package (4, 12, or 24 sessions for one child, scheduled flexibly across the holiday window). Ages 5–15 are welcome, and no prior art experience is required. Camps at Art by Ancourage are led by our LASALLE- and NAFA-trained instructors and include all materials.
Students explore real artistic disciplines — drawing, painting, mixed media, paper craft, and traditional Chinese gongbi techniques — and take home a finished piece every session. Each artwork reflects how foundational skills like observation, texture, and form are taught in a structured yet creative classroom setting.
Each term follows a thematic arc — Portrait Magic & Character Creation, Enchanted Nature Creations, Creative Keepsakes, and Fine Arts & Mixed Media. Parents receive photos and a brief progress update after each session. Holiday Day Camp $208 early bird when paid 14 days ahead; $268 regular.
| Age Range | Ages 5-15 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5-hour day camp; 2-hour lesson packages |
| Class Size | Limited seats |
| Mediums | Painting, Watercolour, Acrylic, Crafts, Mixed Media |
| Locations | Bishan & Woodlands |
| Pricing | Contact us |
All materials provided
Paints, brushes, paper, and craft supplies
Dedicated instructor
LASALLE-trained artist guides the session
WhatsApp booking
Easy enquiry and reservation via chat
Take home artwork
Every participant keeps their creation
Personalised experience
Tailored to your needs and preferences
“Art isn't about creating perfect pictures—it's about developing visual thinking, patience, and the confidence to express ideas. These skills transfer to every subject and every career.”
Founder & Art Programmes Lead · LASALLE · Goldsmiths
Singapore ranked #1 in Creative Thinking — 58% top performers vs 27% OECD average (OECD PISA 2022)
Core skills and growth outcomes from this programme
Explore new art mediums and techniques during school holidays
Build creative confidence through guided, themed projects
Develop fine motor skills and artistic expression
Try different art forms — painting, drawing, ceramics, crafts — without long-term commitment
Make new friends in a fun, relaxed creative environment
$208 early bird per session — paid by 11.59pm (Singapore time) 14 days before that session’s date.
$268 regular per session. Lunch included. All materials provided.
Year-End 2026 (23 Nov – 18 Dec, Bishan Wed/Thu/Fri, Woodlands Mon/Tue/Wed)
Two ways to join the Holiday Art Camp at Art by Ancourage. Day Camps run a full themed day; Lesson Packages give you flexibility across the holiday window.
| Holiday Day Camp | Lesson Packages | |
|---|---|---|
| Duration per session | 5 hours (10am – 3pm) | 2 hours |
| Format | 1 complete artwork in one day | 4, 12, or 24 sessions |
| Lunch | Included | Not included |
| Schedule | Single full-day slot | Flexible during the holiday window |
| Who it covers | One child, per dated session | One child — credits stay with that student |
| Price (per child) | $208 early bird · $268 regular | Contact us — varies by bundle |
Year-End 2026 Holiday Art Camp dates are open for booking — 24 day-camp sessions across Year-End 2026 (23 Nov – 18 Dec) at our Bishan and Woodlands studios.
All sessions 10:00am – 3:00pm. Ages 5–15. Lunch included.
All sessions 10:00am – 3:00pm. Ages 5–15. Lunch included.
Day Camp students choose one artwork from the day’s theme. Lesson Package students pick from the full catalogue across all themes. All artworks at Art by Ancourage are guided by LASALLE- and NAFA-trained instructors at our Bishan and Woodlands centres.
Layered paper-collage and nature-inspired creations.
Cut paper, painted, layered collage · ages 6+
Students create animated-style animal characters by painting, cutting, and assembling parts into a layered collage. Builds composition, layering, and fine-motor planning.
Cut paper + painted accents · ages 5+
Students make a beaver character using painted paper, cutting shapes and assembling them into a layered collage. Focus on pattern, texture, and composition while building fine motor skills.
Character-design and portrait illustration workshops.
Mixed media on paper, layered pop-up · ages 8+
A pop-out portrait workshop where students create characters that lift off the page. Explores layering, colouring, and adding depth to bring artwork to life. Suitable for confident drawers age 8 and up.
Pencil + colour pencil on paper · ages 8+
Students design original creatures inspired by character-design conventions, exploring shapes, features, and colour to invent unique characters. A fun and creative session perfect for young fans of imaginative design.
Take-home keepsake projects with mixed materials.
Acrylic markers on clear acrylic + LED base · ages 5+
A light-up acrylic lamp workshop where students design with acrylic markers on a clear board. Explores line work, creativity, and how light enhances drawings.
3D paper craft, painted · ages 5+
Students create and decorate a birdcage scene, exploring colours and mediums while bringing a small environment to life through layering and detail.
Foundational fine-arts skills — drawing, painting, composition.
Pencil + ink on paper · ages 8+
Step-by-step instruction on drawing anime-style characters using reference images. Covers proportions, facial features, expressions, and line work to understand how anime characters are constructed and stylised.
Pencil on paper · ages 8+
Students learn to observe and draw everyday objects through guided still-life sketching. Practises proportions, shapes, light, and shadow to create realistic pencil drawings while building strong foundational observational skills.
Mixed media (paint + texture + paper) · ages 5+
An in-house look at a typical lesson at Art by Ancourage. Students are guided step-by-step through drawing and colouring techniques, learning observation, texture, and form in a structured yet creative classroom setting.
Watercolour + ink, gongbi style · ages 6+
Students learn a simplified version of Gongbi painting — careful outlining, gentle brush control, and layering of colour to create detailed and elegant artworks inspired by traditional Chinese painting in a fun and accessible way.
Mixed media (watercolour + paper) · ages 5+
An undersea scene where students explore drawing and colouring techniques through a structured yet creative classroom setting. Builds observation, texture, and form using mixed-media tools.
Pen line work + watercolour wash · ages 6+
Students fill a chosen animal with detailed zentangle patterns, then enhance it with soft watercolour washes. Explores line work, pattern, and colour while building focus, creativity, and control.
Acrylic + 3D paper butterflies · ages 5+
An abstract flower-garden workshop using acrylic paints. Students explore colour blending and expressive brushwork, then incorporate 3D butterflies for depth and dimension.
3D paper craft + painted accents · ages 5+
An owl-themed 3D artwork combining painting and simple construction to create depth. Focuses on layering, texture, and bringing a character to life within its environment.
Art by Ancourage runs Holiday Art Camps for kids ages 5–15 every Singapore school holiday — March, June, September and year-end — at its Bishan and Woodlands studios. Two formats are offered: a 5-hour Holiday Day Camp (10am – 3pm, lunch included, $208 early bird when paid by 11.59pm (Singapore time) 14 days before the session date, $268 regular per child) and Lesson Packages of 4, 12, or 24 two-hour sessions for one child, scheduled flexibly across the holiday window. Children choose from 14 themed artworks across Portrait Magic & Character Creation, Enchanted Nature Creations, Creative Keepsakes, and Fine Arts & Mixed Media. Sessions run at the Bishan studio (152 Bishan Street 11, #01-215, near Bishan MRT) and the Woodlands studio (Vista Point, 548 Woodlands Drive 44, #02-16, near Woodlands South MRT TE3) — led by LASALLE- and NAFA-trained instructors. Dated sessions are open now for Year-End 2026 (23 Nov – 18 Dec, Bishan Wed/Thu/Fri, Woodlands Mon/Tue/Wed).
View upcoming holiday camp dates, themes, and available sessions on our website or WhatsApp us for the latest schedule.
Contact us via WhatsApp to reserve your child's spot. No long-term commitment — holiday camps are standalone experiences.
Arrive and create! Our instructor guides every participant step-by-step through the themed project. All materials provided.
Every participant leaves with completed artwork from the session — a meaningful holiday keepsake.
If you want art beyond the school holidays, our weekly programmes run year-round at Bishan and Woodlands:
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