About Poppy Camp

Hello!

Poppy Camp began in Karyn Raz’s backyard in the summer of 2019 as a way to nurture creativity, fun, and friendship for kids.

Karyn Raz teaches art at Mirman School in Los Angeles. Previous to Mirman, she spent over a decade teaching art at New Roads School in Santa Monica, and illustrated for a variety of publications. She is a graduate of Brown University and Art Center College of Design, and completed her masters in Studio Art for Art Educators at Teachers College, Columbia University.

Karyn grew up in Los Angeles, where she now lives with one husband, two kiddos, and a dog.

Testimonials

“This week was so special for both kids! They absolutely loved it. Thank you for providing such a beautiful environment and such a lovely opportunity to create art! What a great way to meander into the new school year! Many, many thanks.”

- Rachel S.

“Can’t thank you enough for this very special week!!! The kids both had a blast and loved getting to know you.”

- Jessica S.

“I had so much fun at Poppy Art Camp this summer and I just wanted to say thank you. I love art so the experience was amazing. Thank you so much for turning my summer into one of the best ever.”

- Layla C., age 10

“The children loved this camp. It was great! Thank you so much.”

- Michelle G.

“The kids had a great time. They loved all of the projects and are excited to participate again!”

- Gulden U.

Camp schedule

Campers experience a day full of fun and engaging art projects. A typical camp day looks like this:

  • Morning meeting

  • Art project # 1

  • Snack

  • Complete art project #1

  • Lunch

  • Art project # 2

  • Games or swim

  • Complete art # 2

  • Closing circle

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