School of Art

The core of the Art Association's mission is to offer quality education in the visual arts. To that end, our School of Art offers classes, summer art camps, Art Outreach, workshops, and social events designed to cultivate the artistic talent that lies within each of us, regardless of ability or previous training.

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Courses

A wide selection of classes and workshops are availble throughout the year for youth, teens, adults.

​Class offerings include: Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Metals & Jewelry, Digital Media, Sculpture, Stained Glass,  Book Arts, Printmaking, Photography, Pastels, Mixed Media, Fiber Arts, and courses targeted at Youth/Teens. The SAA's talented faculty of professional artists and skilled instructors design the courses to optimize one-on-one, hands-on instruction for all skill levels. The school is always growing and striving to introduce new media to Springfield.

Scholarships

We offer all ages an affordable opportunity to learn a new skill and develop a deeper appreciation of art. Scholarships are available year round for all age groups. They are awarded on both financial need and artistic merit.

Studios

Our studio facilities include the Condell Studio, Springfield's best naturally lit 2D facility; a Jewelry / Metals Lab; Mixed Media Studio; Ceramics Lab; and Mac Computer Lab.