Unleash your creativity at Art Camp 4 Grownups

From September 10 - 15, 2026

“Developing my own art, learning arts I have never tried, having well prepared meals, all in the beautiful forwst. What’s not to love!” Judy Todd

what does it cost?

Choose ONE 5-day Art Intensive (these are 2025 classes):

Watercolor Painting ~ Printmaking ~ life drawing ~ mixed media ~ drawing

Please read descriptions about our the 5-day Intensives choices on the tab at the top of the page

• Take up to 8 afternoon workshops (materials included)

• Enjoy cozy lodging and yummy home-cooked meals

• Unwind with amenities like yoga, nature hikes, our hot tub and beautiful pool

• Relax with a massage (fee) or a good book, or a conversation with a new friend

  
  

All for just $1345 ($1295 if registered by June 15th)

Sign up on March 24th 2026 at 7am to secure your spot!

Classes fill up fast!

“Early Bird” and “Bring-a-Friend” discounts available!  

Tuition for Artists is included; Intensives have a materials list or fee.

Non-Artist Partners pay $1045 (or $995 if registered by June 15th). No art activities included.


We have an infirmary and a medical professional onsite.

The history of Art Camp 4 Grownups

For the 20th year, experienced and novice artists alike have the chance to enjoy a six-day respite from their everyday lives in the splendor of a lush and affordable mountain retreat called Camp de Benneville Pines.  

Art Camp started when camp leadership decided to offer life drawing and photography classes to its August adult encampment.  As years went by, more and varied classes were offered, in watercolor, acrylics, and other favored disciplines.  

About Art Camp 4 Grownups

Today, the format of our artist retreat, Art Camp 4 Grownups, has evolved to offer a choice of 5-day Intensive art classes from which campers choose one at registration.

These classes are limited in size in order to provide individual interaction. 

A list of supplies to bring, or fee for materials, is provided on each Intensive page.

Artists of all experience levels come to take art classes from talented, passionate, professional artists and enjoy the company of fellow artists, accomplished and new.

Take a look at our diverse workshop menu by clicking the "Afternoon Workshops" tab at the top of the page

Afternoon workshops give the added experience of learning new art-forms and enjoying favorites!

ALL WORKSHOP MATERIALS PROVIDED

There are 2 workshop class-times every afternoon for a total of 8 you can take.

You choose from the lists offered every morning.

Class atmosphere is supportive of the creative process, accommodating to all levels of proficiency. 

Take advantage of other camp offerings

• such as free archery lessons

• swimming in the pool (with lifeguard)

• taking guided morning or afternoon hikes/nature walks

• relaxing in the hot tub

• walking the labyrinth

• or just enjoying the view with other campers on the deck of the main lodge

• shop in our Trading Post camp store for souvenirs

• Walk or drive to Jenks Lake.

• Yoga classes alternate between morning and afternoon sessions. It is optional, and easy-going

• Massage Therapy is available throughout the day — by appointment and for a fee

• Everyone loves Happy Hour!  (BYOB)

• Socialize and talk about the events of the day

• Commune with nature
  

evening programs

During the first evening at camp, everyone is invited to talk briefly about their own artistic interests and show a few of their pieces. You can bring 3 on a thumb drive.

During the next two evenings, instructors share insight with inspiring presentations called “My Life as an Artist.”  

Camp After Dark

is casual, with continued art projects, Game Night, jig-saw puzzles, star gazing, hot tubbing, and music with friends — all thoughtful, loving, artistic people.

our art show

On the last day of camp, attendees and their teachers present an Art Show in the main lodge to exhibit some their favorite pieces for everyone to enjoy, along with a sumptuous brunch before heading home around 1pm.

life is a cabaret, my friends

All activities and classes at our Artist Retreat are optional (except Orientation)

There are many choices, and each day can be as full or as relaxing as you desire.

There is something for everyone.

Invite your adult children to join you, ask a friend to meet you at camp, bring a mate… everyone will have a splendid time in the forest!!

Even with Art as the main focus, being in the mountains and having all your meals prepared for you, takes the pressure off of your daily routine and gives you a serenity that refreshes you and refills your spirit!

Benefits of Early Registration

discounts:

• “Early-bird” Discount

  Receive $50 discount for Signing Up Early! ($1295 if registered by June 15th)

  Non-Artist partners are $995 as an early-bird  

• “Bring-a-Friend” Discount:

  Another discount is available for those who “Bring-a-Friend” who has never been to Art Camp before, or hasn’t attended since 2020

• Both of you will get another $50 off

  Ask your adult kids, your friend from college, your art buddies, to join you. When they sign up and name you as the inviter, you both receive the discount!!

• One “Bring a Friend” discount per person. Plus, your friend can “Bring a Friend” and so on

• You can invite as many as you want. They don’t have to be your roommates

• If you last attended in or before 2020, call an Art Camp friend and ask them to invite you this year

  • Or reach out to a new camper, yourself — and invite them

  • Either way, you both receive the “Bring a Friend” discount

perks of early registration:

• First choice of Intensive

  Registering early helps insure your 1st choice of morning Intensive module

  We DO start a Wait List, with many artists getting moved into their 1st choice

Priority for two-person rooms

• Priority is given to declared roommates in the order of their registration

• Camp has many 2-twin-bed rooms. These are assigned first to declared roommates

• No guarantees can be made

• Camp has several rooms with 3 twin beds. These are given first to groups or families requesting to room together

• There is one 4 person room

Couples rooms

• We offer a small number of couples rooms requested at Registration

• Double-bed couple’s rooms have a $50 p/p fee

Private Rooms

• Two will be available at the outset! First come/first served

• Guaranteed for $650 additional

• Put a Note in the Comments field of your registration

• Paid at time of registration

• Wait List will follow for these 2 guaranteed private rooms

• In late August, lower-cost private rooms may be offered to those who have requested a private room in Comments during Registration, if the rooms become available

• Remember, camp usually sells out, so the likelihood of a private room is slim

• The discounted fee is $350

• First come, first served, based on your registration date and your request written in the Comments field at the time of your registration

We reserve the right to provide ADA campers with rooms fitting their needs

The earlier you register the higher your status on Wait Lists for your favorite Intensive, Private Rooms, deluxe Cabin 6, couple bedrooms, and two-person rooms.

Camp provides parking and access for handicapped guests. As you can see from the pictures on our pages, there are paved roads for easier walking, and cabins and art venues are connected by roads or smooth trails. Where there are stairs, there are alternate paths for access. If you have any specific questions about navigating our camp, please reach out on the “contact us” page.

In Spring of 2026, you can register where you see this green button

A $75 non-refundable deposit, reserves your spot at Camp

Six days of Art Camp is $1345, LOOK for Discounts and details

Bring a Friend or Family Member!

Rendezvous in the California mountains!

to reiterate our First Come, First Served Policy:

The earlier you register, the more you benefit!

• Best likelihood of getting into your first choice Intensive (some fill in 3 - 4 weeks!)

• You will be higher on our Intensive Wait Lists

• If you and your preferred roommate identify each other, you will be given priority for “two-to-a-room” (unless you request a family/friends room for 3 or 4 campers). This is not a guarantee. This is in priority order - first come, first served

• Cabin 6 is a premium cabin. The first 3 pairs of roommates to request Cabin 6 on their Registration will fill this in-demand three-bedroom house. The upgrade fee is $250 p/p. A Wait List will follow, in the order of your registration date (be sure to write in Comments that you request to be on Cabin 6 Wait List

• Read more on the Camp deBenneville Pines page

• Only two Private Rooms are available at the outset for 2 early registrants! Ask to be on the Wait List

There are many invigorating outdoor activities,

friends gather year after year!