PAW — Photography Camp
Performing Arts Workshops (PAW) offers day camps in Los Angeles, providing immersive experiences in various...
▌ Editor's read The Performing Arts Workshops (PAW) website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. The 'About Us' page states the camp has been operating for 36 years, founded by Jay Skelton. It is a for-profit organization offering day camps. The website explicitly mentions that 'All PAW staff are background checked and fingerprinted through the Department of Justice and FBI,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. While a specific staff-to-camper ratio is not listed, the camp emphasizes experienced instructors. PAW is not accredited by the ACA. Google reviews for 'Performing Arts Workshops' show a strong 4.9-star rating from 116 reviews, with many parents praising the quality of instruction and positive experiences for their children. Social media handles for Instagram (@performingartsworkshops) and Facebook (performingartsworkshops) are active.
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Since 199036+ years operating
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- Established
- 1990 (36 years)
- Operator
- Private business
Details
- Category: Performing Arts
- Ages: 6–14
- Hours: 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
- Address: 10390 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
- Phone: (310) 827-8827
- Email: performingartsla@aol.com
↗ What parents like
- Learn composition and lighting
- Create a portfolio
↘ Watch for
- Must provide own camera
- No lunch provided
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about PAW — Photography Camp
- What ages does PAW — Photography Camp accept?
- PAW — Photography Camp is open to children ages 6–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does PAW — Photography Camp cost?
- PAW — Photography Camp publishes $545/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $545 median for performing arts camps in Los Angeles. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are PAW — Photography Camp's hours?
- PAW — Photography Camp runs 8:30 AM–3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs PAW — Photography Camp?
- PAW — Photography Camp is operated by a private business, with 36 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does PAW — Photography Camp provide lunch?
- PAW — Photography Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- Does PAW — Photography Camp offer extended care?
- Yes — PAW — Photography Camp offers extended care (Sunrise 8-8:45 AM, Extended 3:10-5 PM). Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- How does PAW — Photography Camp compare to other performing arts camps in Los Angeles?
- PAW — Photography Camp is one of 128 performing arts camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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