Imagine a flurry of little feet shuffling below large, painted posies. Then trees and bushes saunter out, concealing their taller — and older — creators. Finally, two 15-foot jungle beasts perched on spindly sticks battle on a TCU stage as the narrator explains the scene, based on a Henri Rousseau painting.

The “living painting” marked the final artistic endeavor for the kids involved in this summer’s Art Camp. About 250 students participated in three sessions, including Jeffrey Regan, left; since 1987, elementary and middle school students have flocked to the Moudy building for the opportunity to paint, draw and sculpt.

“This brings together young people into a community of artists and gives them a chance to improve their skills,” Art Education Coordinator Terri Cummings said. “It is a historic tradition in art and art making that artists give back to that community by helping the younger artists coming up.”