Technology & Creativity

List of 7 items.

  • Filmmaking: The Creative Process

    Ages 10 – 13
    Session I: July 24 – July 29
    Session II: August 7 – August 11
    9:00 am – 3:00 pm
    Lyndhurst Campus
    $375

    In this course, our main focus is the scripting, story boarding, testing, and overall creative process that occurs in order to make a movie. Throughout the week, we will individually learn about these different techniques and steps that Hollywood-level directors go through in order to make the movies we all know and love. Whether it be through drawing scenes, writing a script, or even watching a film itself about this process, campers will creatively engage in this course, with their imaginations being the key to it all. There is no limit to creativity in this course, as we will also be exploring all types of genres - from action to comedy to fiction and even some horror; the possibilities are endless.

    *Note: this course will only include the process into filmmaking and will not include any work behind the camera or the editing process.

  • Digital Animation

    Ages 9 – 13  
    June 5 – June 9
    9:00 am – 3:00 pm
     Lyndhurst Campus
    $375

    Have you ever dreamed of becoming a cartoon animator? This camp will show you how to design your own characters and provide you with the skills to bring them to life! During the week, campers will learn a variety of techniques including character design, Photoshop animation basics, and GIF file creation taught in age-appropriate ways. Every camper will leave with their own Google webpage showcasing all the weeks’ animations.

  • Movie-Making in your Hands

    Ages 10 – 13
    Session I: June 5 – June 9
    Session II: July 31 – August 4
    9:00 am – 3:00 pm
    Lyndhurst Campus
    $375

    In this course, we will be learning about and exploring all aspects of making a movie, just like the professionals. You will be able to experience the scripting, story boarding, filming, and editing of your very own original story. Campers will spend individual days learning about these important steps and will eventually use their new knowledge to make their very own movie. By the end of the week, you will know everything you need to know to make a movie at home. You’ll also have the opportunity to view some of your favorite movies in order to gain some inspiration for your movie projects!

  • Young Graphic Designers

    Ages 10 – 13
    July 24 – July 29
    9:00 am – 3:00 pm
    Lyndhurst Campus
    $375

    The field of graphic design is continually growing. Designers are needed for website development, advertising, architecture, and much more. Are you interested in creating art using technology? In this camp, you will learn the basic principles of graphic design. Campers will create original designs and build artwork using Photoshop. These skills are the building blocks for becoming a true graphic designer.

  • Lights, Camera, Action: iPad Films

    Ages 9 – 13
    July 31 – August 4                
    9:00 am – 3:00 pm
    Lyndhurst Campus
    $375

    Use your imagination, creativity, and love of technology in a study of filmmaking basics. Using iPads, campers will learn how to write scripts, plan and sketch storyboards, film scenes, and edit their own short films. Campers will have the opportunity to make stop-action films, music videos, and feature films as well. In a fun culmination, we will host a film festival where all films will be screened! Take a walk down the “red carpet” as we celebrate your cinematic masterpieces at a special screening at the end of the week.

  • Minecraft

    Ages 7 – 12
    Session I: June 5 – June 9
    Session II: July 25 – July 29 
    9:00 am – 3:00 pm
    Lyndhurst Campus
    $400

    Come enjoy a week exploring the virtual world of Minecraft. Daily adventures await every morning when campers enter pre-constructed worlds to solve puzzles, overcome obstacles, and build virtual communities. Children will be able to exercise their creative muscles in the Minecraft camp’s very own Minecraft server. While set in “creative mode,” campers will be able to utilize unlimited resources to build whatever they can imagine and then explore each other’s creations. Hawken camp will supply laptops and mice, and a Hawken IT staff member will be available to assist children with computer skills as well as Minecraft gameplay.

  • Create Your Own Trading Cards

    Ages 9 – 13
    August 7 – August 11
    9:00 am – 3:00 pm
    Lyndhurst Campus
    $350

    From baseball and football cards to Pokemon and movie-themed cards, kids have loved collecting, trading, and sorting cards. In this unique one-week program, campers will create their own set of cards based on a theme of their choice. If you have a passion for sports, movies, animals, or anything else, this is an opportunity for you to design a set of cards using Google images and Photoshop. At the end of the week, campers will each have their own unique and beautiful set of cards. There will even be an opportunity to try and create “relic” cards that contain bits of history such as jerseys or costumes. Don’t miss this chance to be the envy of the card trading community.