Purple Crayon551

The winner of our 2008 Parents' Picks quest to find the best Day Camp for Big Kids in the Bay Area, Purple Crayon is an art studio that offers classes for children (20 months and older), teens, and adults.

Purple Crayon's approach with children allows them to build positive self-esteem while also encouraging small and large muscle development, problem solving, and critical thinking abilities. Art is something families can share together. Using high-quality materials guarantees success for even the youngest child. The studio's materials include oil pastels, watercolor paper, liquid watercolors, tempera cakes, beautiful beads, and more. Using recycled and found materials helps children discover the potential of everyday household treasures as well.

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Parties: Birthday party packages are available for Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Party packages are a great value, considering all you receive: Art Starter: $275 for the first 10 kids, $10 each additional child. Includes: Art project, two party leaders, and two hours of studio time. Bring your own food, cake, goodie bags, etc. All parties are full service, the staff will help every step of the way. Cupcake Deluxe: $325 for the first 10 kids, $15 each additional child. Includes: All of the above, PLUS cupcakes (candy & frosting to decorate them), balloons, face painting, plates/cups/beverages. The Works: $425 for the first 10 kids, $20 each additional child. Includes all of the above PLUS, 2 extra large pizzas, paper goods, and goodie bags. Offsite parties are available for an additional fee of $50 within San Francisco, and $100 within the counties around San Francisco. Create Your Own Class: Have a group of people who want to explore an art medium together? The Purple Crayon can help you create your own class - for children, teens, or adults. Call the studio for more information. Camp Crayon is offered during school breaks and summer, from 9am-3pm, at $65/day or $300/week. AM and PM extended care is available. Camp is open to kids in K-5; check the website for updated information and to register.