Workshops for creative adults and kids

Beginning January 2024, Masterskaya evolves into Capybara Clay & Art Studio. We invite you to join us under our new name for an enhanced creative experience!

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Summer camps 2023

Clay Woodworking Raft

Clay class summer camp

We invite children to a summer camp where they will learn how to sculpt sea creatures from clay. Coral, anemones, whales, exotic fish, crabs, and other beauties. We have chosen topics to showcase different sculpting techniques, teach the use of tools, and how to apply glazes correctly. We fire the products in our own kiln. There will also be an educational component about the underwater world and interesting ocean fauna facts.

Dates: June 12–16, July 17–21, Aug 7–Aug 11
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Ages: 7–12
Price: $395
Address: 10268 Bandley Dr, Cupertino, CA

Daily schedule:
9:00-9:45 We are in Cupertino Memorial Park
9:45-10:00 Walk to the Masterskaya
10:00-10:30 We discuss the topic of the day, share knowledge about the animal we are going to sculpt, look at drawings, photos, videos, discuss lifestyle and structural features
10:30-12:00 Work in the class (sculpting, preparing for firing or glazing)
12:00-12:30 Lunch (children bring their own)
12:30-1:00 Interesting facts about ocean fauna / finishing up projects / free play and socializing - depending on the situation

Buy camp for $395

Beaver Castor’s workshop

Summer Camp inspired by a popular book series. Many children love the stories about the master beaver. However, not everyone dared to make a toolbox or sew an apron. In our camp, we will have it all: learning how to saw, drill, sew, sculpt, do gardening, and even fix bicycles. And, of course, we will listen to wonderful stories and play games.

Dates: July 10–14, July 31–August 4
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Ages: 6–9
Price: $395
Address: 10268 Bandley Dr, Cupertino, CA

Daily schedule:
Day 1: Helping to set up Castor's Beaver Workshop, getting acquainted with the tools.
Day 2: Working with Castor in the garden, making pots for plants.
Day 3: Sawing and drilling with Castor in the Workshop.
Day 4: Sewing together with Castor.
Day 5: Repairing bicycles and making memorable gifts.

Buy camp for $395

Kon-Tiki raft camp

We build a raft and test it on open water!

Study the materials of the expedition (drawings, photo/video materials)
Discuss episodes of the documentary film 'Kon-Tiki'
Learn to tie maritime knots
Conduct an experiment on desalinating seawater
Talk about human capabilities in extreme conditions
Come up with and craft the expedition flag
Participate in the final Quiz
Play active games in the park

Dates: June 19–23
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Ages: 10–14
Price: $550
Address: 10268 Bandley Dr, Cupertino, CA

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