Your camp guide

Arts, music & creative camps

A little mess. A new idea. Something all your own.

From your first idea to a camp that works.

Follow 30 chapters written for arts, music & creative camps. Work through the book in order, or find the answer you need today.

Working guide · Editorial and specialist review pending. How to use this book

Part 1 · Chapters 1–4

Find a clear creative promise, format and starting level.

Part 2 · Chapters 5–8

Plan space, workstations, materials and specialist tools.

Part 3 · Chapters 9–11

Budget for hidden work and hire people who can teach and care.

Part 4 · Chapters 12–18

Plan art, music, performance, film and the rights that come with them.

Part 6 · Chapters 25–30

Explain the process, set clear terms and plan a manageable launch.

15 planning sheets, checklists and sample messages to copy and adapt.

Work out costs, arrange your team and build your camp schedule.

One shape, many pictures. Make a sound story.

Short planning guides, a sample day and things to bring.