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February 2026 Winter Intensives

This February, join DFAA, along with Decatur Avondale Children’s Choir (DACC) Director Mark Green, for two exciting and creative camps! During City of Decatur and DeKalb County schools’ winter break (February 16-20, 2026), DFAA will host two camps for students of all grades – Fine Arts Camp (grades 1-5) and Musical Theater Intensive (grades 6-12).

  • Fine Arts Camp is a partnership between DFAA and the Decatur Avondale Children’s Choir (DACC) and is for students in first through fifth grade. Students will explore their creativity through music instruction with Mr. Mark Green in the mornings, followed by art, drama, and storytelling activities led by DFAA instructors and guest artists in the afternoons. Fine Arts Camp will conclude with a showcase of student artwork and musical and theatrical performance on Friday afternoon.

  • During the Musical Theater Intensive, led by DFAA’s Robert Cushing and Casey Margerum, campers will produce and perform in scenes, solos, and group numbers; participate in workshops with guest artists; and develop their skills in acting, singing, and performance. Students will also enjoy hands-on training in set building, costume design, stage management, and more! The week will culminate in an end-of week performance alongside the work of the younger campers.

Details:

  • Dates: February 16–20, 2026

  • Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m

    • Campers 12 and under may add on First Camp at FBCD for childcare from 3:00-5:30 pm for an additional fee

  • Location: First Baptist Church of Decatur

  • Tuition: $500 per camper

    • $400 if registered before January 1

    • Discounts available for DFAA and DACC students, siblings, returning campers, and referrals

    • Scholarships and financial aid available!

Register Now: February Camps

Tapestry T-Shirts: Hand Sewing and Design 101

Our current session of Tapestry T-Shirts is underway! Check back for more upcoming art courses!

Course Description: Are you curious about fashion and want to know how to make your own clothes, but you don’t know where to start? Welcome to Tapestry T-Shirts, a beginner’s sewing and design class! Fabric tells the story of the hands that made it, stitch by stitch. Students will learn basic hand sewing materials, techniques, and stitches, in addition to garment sketching, design ideation and sustainability practices to create their very own customized t-shirt made from upcycled fabrics. Through embroidery and patchwork collage, these handmade shirts will become rich tapestries that share students’ personalities and interests, providing a unique outlet for creative expression and a foundational knowledge of hand sewing — lifelong skills!

  • Learn hand sewing techniques while designing your very own t-shirt

  • Express your personality and interests through creative design

  • Explore sketching, fashion design, embroidery, and collage

  • Gain lifelong skills in sewing, creativity, and self-expression

Instructor: Alexandra Porter