Winter 2023

Unlike traditional holiday camps, Lifelong Labs adopts a project-based, industry-informed, and future-focused curriculum with impact at the core of the experience. Our accelerated intensive program resembles the work creatives do in the field. Whether you are looking to build a robust portfolio or learn a new skill that most would assume too challenging for your age, we believe you can learn best when you create work that matters to you and we are here to support you in turning your ambitions into finished products.

 
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Short Film Production

+ Date and Time

Session 1

9am-11am | 27, 29, 30 June · 9am-12pm | 28 June*

Session 2

9am-11am | 17, 19, 20 July · 9am-12pm | 18 July*

Session 3

9am-11am | 14, 16, 17 August · 9am-12pm | 15 August*

*3hr slot is for shooting in the field (location is determined by the screenplay students write)

+ Perfect for

Ages 9+

Perfect for young aspiring directors who want a chance to produce their own short film from scratch. Students learn everything from storyboarding to video editing in the intimate four student cohort. Producing amazing visuals whilst learning about cinematography on our signature field trip. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind hands on opportunity to experience video production from all angles!

+ Skills learned

  • Editing in iMovie

  • Camera Shots and Angles in Film

  • Screenwriting and Acting

  • Collaboration and Confidence

  • Creative Problem Solving

+ Course Fee

HK$5,850


Camps in Hong Kong

In our Mastery Series, students take a deep dive into their chosen field, using industry standard equipment and material. At the end of the intensive, students will have the opportunity to showcase their craft and learn more about how to further their interest in our personalised feedback session.

Social Entrepreneurship

+ Date and Time

Session 1

1pm-3pm | 27, 28, 30 June · 1pm-4pm | 29 June

Session 2

1pm-3pm | 17, 18, 20 July · 1pm-4pm | 19 July

Session 3

1pm-3pm | 14, 15, 17 July · 1pm-4pm | 16 August

+ Perfect for

Ages 9+

Young entrepreneurs who are interested in starting their own company for social good! Students will learn how to build their own kickstarter campaign to raise awareness and funds for a social issue they care deeply about. Students will then develop their own product or service that could either meet the needs of donors or beneficiaries. If starting your own online cake store or video game tournament for charity sounds awesome, this course is for you!

+ Skills Learned

  • Website building
  • Making a pitch deck
  • Product development
  • Oral Presentation
  • Video Production
  • Copywriting

+ Course Fee

HK$5,850


3-Day Intensives (6hrs)

In our Mastery Series, students take a deep dive into their chosen field, using industry standard equipment and material. At the end of the intensive, students will have the opportunity to showcase their craft and learn more about how to further their interest in our personalised feedback session.

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YouTube Production

+ Date and Time

Session 1

1pm-3pm | 19, 20, 21 June

Session 2

1pm-3pm | 10, 11, 12 July

Session 3

1pm-3pm | 7, 8, 9 August

+ Perfect for

Ages 7+

Aspiring YouTube stars who want to produce their own YouTube episode from scratch. Under the guidance of passionate creative educator and expert filmmaker Mo, students receive a crash course in everything from designing graphics for the channel and filming to voiceovers and iMovie. In this digital age, learn to showcase your craft and create content online to share with all your friends and family. Don’t miss the perfect opportunity to start your own YouTube channel now!

+ Skills learned

  • Editing on iMovie
  • Oral Presentation
  • Collaboration
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Confidence

+ Packing list

  • Their own laptop with iMovie installed*
  • Idea for the first episode
  • Reference video or favourite YouTuber

*limited available for rental upon request

+ Course Fee

HK$3,950

Fashion DIY Clothing

+ Date and Time

Session 1

1pm-3pm | 3, 4, 5 July

Session 2

1pm-3pm | 24, 25, 26 July

Session 3

1pm-3pm | 21, 22, 23 August

+ Perfect for

Ages 7+

Young trendy fashionistas who want a taste of designing their own Spring 2021 collection. Students learn everything from sewing their handmade totes to making their own full body skirts to shibori indigo dyeing (or tie-dye). Students will also learn to source their own fabric on our signature field trip to Western Market. Don’t forget to bring your cameras to the final Fashion Show as the young designers model their own collections on the trendiest catwalk of the season!

+ Skills Learned

  • Hand sewing
  • Machine sewing
  • Negotiation
  • Modelling
  • Confidence

+ Packing List

  • T-shirt for pattern marking*
  • Dress for pattern marking*
  • Cotton or linen garment of your choice t-Shirt for dyeing

*Won't make any alternations to the t-shirt or dress

+ Course Fee

HK$3,950

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Music Performance and Production

+ Date and Time

Session 1

9:30am-11:30am | 3, 4, 5 July

Session 2

9:30am-11:30am | 24, 25, 26 July

Session 3

9:30am-11:30am | 21, 22, 23 August

+ Perfect For

Ages 10+

Perfect for young aspiring musicians who always wanted to form a band. From writing lyrics to composing for their specific instruments, get ready to showcase creative musical geniuses in an ultra-small 4 student cohort. Don’t miss the final concert where you get the chance to be the firsts to listen to the masterpieces!

+ Skills learned

  • Garage Band
  • Recording with Dynamic Mics
  • Collaboration
  • Chord Progressions and Harmonies
  • Music Theory and Practice

+ Course Fee

HK$3,950

Wilderness Survival and First Aid

+ Date and Time

Session 1

9:30am-11:30am | 19, 20, 21 June

Session 2

9:30am-11:30am | 10, 11, 12 July

Session 3

9:30am-11:30am | 7, 8, 9 August August

+ Perfect For

Ages 9+

Perfect aspiring doctors and adventure seekers who want to explore the great outdoors safely! This camp is designed to teach kids the essential skills they need to thrive in in the wilderness, from building a shelter to starting a fire to identifying edible plants. Under the guidance of Mo (certified Wilderness First Aid Responder), your child will learn how to navigate, find water, cook with camping stoves and stay safe in any situation in our signature Shek O field trip. In addition to wilderness survival skills, students will also be learning critical first aid techniques that could one day save a life. From treating minor cuts and scrapes to responding to emergencies like broken bones and allergic reactions, your child will gain the knowledge and confidence they need to act swiftly and effectively in any scenario. Ensure your child thrives on any adventure!

+ Skills learned

  • Map Reading
  • Camp Stove Safety
  • Wilderness Cooking
  • First Aid Basics (Assesement, Treatment, Response)
  • Collaboration and Confidence

+ Course Fee

HK$3,950


2-Day Boot Camp (4hrs)

In our Immersion Series, students can take initiative and personalised their project. From conception to realisation, students will begin with their own original ideas and bring it to life over the course of two days.

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Digital Photography

+ Date and Time

Session 1 FULL

10am-12pm | 15, 16 June

Session 2

10am-12pm | 13, 14 July

Session 3

10am-12pm | 10, 11 August

+ Perfect for

Ages 6+

Emerging photographers who want to take photos to the next level and abandon auto mode on the DSLR. Under the guidance of passionate educator and photographer Mo, students master the art of setting their iso, aperture, and shutter speed to their environment. Students develop their own workflow and create truly stunning photographs on our signature fieldtrip to Hollywood Road Park. The winner of the photography scavenger hunt get s a prize of an ultra large print of their choice (24in x 36in)

+ Skills learned

  • Editing on Adobe Photoshop
  • Manual Focus
  • Using a Studio Flash
  • Preparing Didactics for Digital Print
  • Composition and Lighting
  • Creative Problem Solving

+ Packing List

  • SD Card 16GB or above (available for purchase)
  • DSLR Camera (available for rental upon request)

+ Course Fee

HK$2,650

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Industrial Design

+ Date and Time

Session 1

2pm-4pm | 15, 16 June

Session 2

2pm-4pm | 13, 14 July

Session 3

2pm-4pm | 10, 11 August

+ Perfect For

Ages 8+

Perfect for aspiring designers to get a taste of building their own furniture. This ambitious project is for students who are ready to roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty. Students learn everything from drafting their design with proper dimesnions to sourcing their own building materials at the nearby hardware store. If using power tools to turn your ideas to products sounds exciting, this intensive is for you. Don’t wait to join our 3 student cohort!

+ Skills learned

  • Woodwork (Mitre saw, F clamps, electric drill)
  • Drafting (technical drawings)
  • 3D Modeling TinkerCad
  • Collaboration
  • Creative Problem Solving

+ Packing List

  • Apron or old t-shirt you don't mind getting dirty
  • Safety googgles
  • 3M Gloves

+ Course Fee

HK$2,650

Life and Food Science Innovation

+ Date and Time

Session 1

2pm-4pm | 6, 7 July

Session 2

2pm-4pm | 27, 28 July

Session 3

2pm-4pm | 24, 24 August

+ Perfect for

Ages 8+

Perfect for aspiring inventors and entrepreneurs who want to get an early start in developing their own unique products. Students will have the opportunity to get hands-on experience on mixing their own beverages and make their own body lotion and lip balm from scratch, that includes blending essential oils to create a signature scent. Under the guidance of Mo (who sells her pottery in weekend markets), students will not only learn the science behind creating these natural and organic products, but will also get a chance to explore the world of branding, marketing and the basic business economics. From identifying the perfect flavor and smell to designing the perfect logo and label, your child will develop hand-on skills that will inspire creativity and perhaps save the environment (by designing refillable products). And best of all, they'll get to take home their own custom-designed products to share with friends and family.

+ Skills Learned

  • Product Development
  • Measurements
  • Branding
  • Creative Problem Solving

+ Course Fee

HK$2,650

Contemporary Art Exploration

+ Date and Time

Session 1

10am-12pm | 6, 7 July

Session 2

10am-12pm | 27, 28 July

Session 3

10am-12pm | 24, 25 August

+ Perfect for

Ages 8+

Perfect for budding artists, designers and architects. Unlike traditional arts and craft this camp is designed to inspire and educate young minds about the latest trends in the exciting world of contemporary art. Led by Mo (who previously worked as an educator at the Harvard Art Museum and Institute of Contemporary Art), students will have the opportunity to understand Josef Alber’s color theory and experiment with techniques to manipulate color, shape and textures used by abstract expressionists. Students will put theory into practice through hands-on workshops and field trips to M+ museum, galleries and private collections.

+ Skills Learned

  • Contemporary Art Appreciation
  • Abstract Expressionist Techniques (Pollack, Frakenthaler, Zhang Daqian)
  • Colour Theory (Alber's Interaction of Colour)
  • Creative Problem Solving

+ Course Fee

HK$2,650

Note: Please understand that camps will need at least 3 students to run.

 

Meet your instructor

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Mo Kwok

M.Ed Harvard, B.A. UChicago

Mo is Hong Kong’s leading project based learning educator and practicing artist. She specialises in creative media and the intersection between, art, design and technology. From electric skateboards to short films, cookie companies to ping pong competitions she has mentored Hong Kong’s brightest young minds in turning ideas into reality, passion and inquiry into social impact. 

Under the guidance of Scratch inventor Prof. Mitchel Resnick at. MIT Media Lab, she founded Lifelong Labs to transform the future of creative learning. Prior to Lifelong Labs, Mo studied political science and visual arts at University of Chicago, worked at the Harvard Art Museum and was a finalist to the Rhodes Scholarship. She dropped out of law school (HKU JD Candidate) to chase her dream.