Our 4th annual Portland Community Art Camp (Camp P.C.A.C.) starts next week!! (fondly referred to as Camp Peacock). Camp will be overseen by Laurie Simpson with lovely camp counselors, Sophia Simpson & Mina Grover - activities will include music education, painting & drawing lessons, clay & textile work, dance, gardening & nature exploration, Japanese cultural art & cooking, puppet making, paper mâché, upcycling, and more! There will be an art show and performance at the end of each session! If interested email laurie@connectarchitecture.us and s.rae.simpson1@gmail.com

“Camp peacock is homegrown magic! Art, music, movement and connection at the most beautiful private location! Kids will remember this for years to come.” -Sue Rideout, Parent

“Both of my daughters loved Camp Peacock! It was such a fun and creative experience, and they brought home really amazing art work. They enjoyed the experience of trying new things with new friends so much! They made awesome memories there.” -Colleen Hein, Parent

“Camp Peacock was an amazing camp for both of my kids. It appealed to all of their senses with all of the different options and modes of participation. I can’t recommend it strongly enough.” -Nicole L Hilton, Parent

“My sons participated in Camp Peacock two years in a row and they had a blast! Each day they brought home the proud rewards of their creative exploration. The counselors were fun, kind and encouraging — just what my kids needed to believe in themselves as young artists!” -Sarah Shaoul, Parent

“I enjoyed going to Camp Peacock each year because I could do arts and crafts and spend time with my friends” -Donovan Lamb, Camper

“Camp peacock allowed me to explore my creative side and create such special memories with my friends!” -Helen Rideout, Camper

“Even though I came with friends, I made connections with many more like-minded people. The range of activities were unique and fun, and things I wouldn’t do on my own. Camp Peacock is a supportive & wholesome environment to nurture kids’ creativity!” - Pearl, camper

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Connect Architecture completed the design of this unique cottage development tucked into a Vancouver neighborhood - 4 cottages have been completed so far!

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