The Missing Masterpiece:
Picasso Edition
Summer Camp
(9 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
Comox Marina
Kids 8 – 14
An art escape room–themed day camp where campers decode clues, solve puzzles, and uncover a missing Picasso-inspired masterpiece.
Where Art & Mystery Combine for a Fun Filled Week
Each day blends clue cracking and hands-on art as campers paint, sculpt, and create their own Picasso–inspired masterpiece.
All week, clues build to a final mystery challenge where campers work together to crack the case of the Missing Masterpiece.
My daughter absolutely loved her time at Crystal’s art camp! It was the perfect outlet for her creative side. From painting their own version of The Starry Night to sculpting with clay and even learning Morse code, the variety of activities kept her engaged and excited every single day.
She came home buzzing with stories about all the fun things they did. I can’t recommend Crystal’s camp enough for any parent looking to spark their child’s imagination!
Shelby
The Missing Masterpiece
(The Mystery Your Kids Will Solve).
Kids arrive at camp after receiving an invitation to go on a “trip to Spain” with 12 other students to visit the sun-soaked, world-famous Museo del Sol y Sombras. But the moment they step inside, the gates slam shut and the alarms start screaming—someone has targeted Picasso’s most mysterious portrait, Girl Before a Mirror.
Their museum guide vanishes, and a letter is left behind asking for help to solve the case. All week long, campers uncover clues from curators, collectors, and artists as they crack codes, solve puzzles, and piece together what really happened—before the missing masterpiece disappears for good.
They will also create their own Picasso inspired art and other forms of art, sculpture. Like Picasso, we experiment with art using homemade watercolours and test them, as well as homemade paper. Kids come home with several pieces of art from the week.
All materials are provided.
In Partnership with
The Town of Comox
After a Week At Camp, Kids Leave with:
After a Week At Camp, Kids Leave with:
“I've got this” confidence
Puzzle Solving
Brain
A place to
belong
Tired -
Happy Faces
Epic Wins
How Does It Work?
Pick Your Camp
Every week of summer is a different theme and story with changing characters and adventures!
Register With the Town of Comox
Our camps are run in partnership with the Town of Comox and registration is on their website.
Kids Get Mail!
Kids get mail before camp inviting them into that weeks theme and the world we create at Kaper Kids' Camps.
Adventure Time!
We may begin with relaxing art but we don't stay that way! Scavenger hunts, obstacle courses, mystery adventures are the daily goal!
We loved Crystal’s Van Gogh camp last summer. Crystal is a fun and enthusiastic instructor! She is organized, creative and has lots of cool art supplies to use.
We loved solving the mysteries and playing outside. Thanks for one of the best summer camps ever!
Ben (10) and Ruby (12)
Things You Might Be Wondering
How Much does it Cost?
A week of camp is $325
Why do you only take 12 Kids per week?
Groups are intentionally kept small to support focus, connection, and collaboration. This allows for more individual guidance and a smoother experience.
What if my child is anxious, shy, or needs extra support?
Many kids thrive here because the structure is clear, the activities are purposeful, and the group stays small. If your child benefits from specific support (e.g., transitions, sensory needs, anxiety), please contact me before camp so we can plan for success. crystal@kaperkids.com.
What does a typical day look like?
Each day includes a mix of hands-on making, puzzle/mystery challenges, movement breaks, and guided collaboration. Kids rotate between activities so they stay engaged, have time to reset, and always know what’s coming next.
My child has allergies — what do we do?
If your child has allergies or dietary needs, please include details during registration. I can accommodate many common needs.
As an allergy parent myself, I understand the concern of sending your kid to a new environment. Please email me at crystal@kaperkids.com ahead of time.
What should my child bring/ Wear?
Please send:
A water bottle
Lunch + snacks
Weather-appropriate outdoor gear – we are outside rain or shine
Sunscreen – please apply before attending and we will reapply at lunch time
- Clothes that can get messy or stained we often do art or do experiments
Meet CRYSTAL
I’ve always loved kids who think a little differently—probably because I’m one of them.
I created Kaper Camps to give kids a place to not only have adventures but to sneak math and reading into their summer time fun. Without them even realizing they are still learning - All Summer Long!
Contact me at crystal@kaperkids.com or
613-878-0693 with any questions about camp!