Past Exhibitions
M. G. Nelson Family2020
Sacred & Liturgical Art Exhibit
September 3 - September 26 This exhibit is held in conjunction with the Liturgical Arts Festival in Springfield! True Believer
July 6 - August 29 Tale of the Kid's Comic Class & The Comic Art of William Norris Illinois Prairie Pastel Society Annual Member's Exhibition
Mar 10 - June 27 New works by the members of the local pastel society. Central Illinois Scholastic Competition January 26- February 21 This annual exhibition features the top award winning works by high school and junior high students from across central Illinois. Top winners from this competition go on to compete at the national level. Art is Exceptional
February 24-March 7 Art is Exceptional will feature the work of District 186 Special Education students Illinois Prairie Pastel Society Annual Member's Exhibition March 10- June 27 New works by the members of the local Pastel Society 2019
Facing Homelessness
January 3- 24 The SAA, in cooperation with Helping Hands Shelter, is proud to open this moving exhibition, which will be on display through January 24. This portrait exhibition documents the stories, trials, and innovations for survival of homeless men of Springfield. At the reception, some of the artists who created the portraits will be discussing their experiences while working with the clients of the shelter. Faux Real
November 30-December 21 Mixed media pieces by artists Anna Kell. Kell is an associate professor of Art and Art History at Bucknell University in Lewisburg, PA On My Own Time
November 6 - 23 On My Own is a biennial citywide program where businesses and offices hold internal art exhibitions and competitions for their employees. The winner from those shows are assembled in a final exhibition and competition at the SAA. Sangamon Watercolor Society Annual Member's Exhibition
October 4 - 26 Works by the members of the local Watercolor Society Art as Advocacy: Promoting Equity and Social Justice for Women
National Juried Exhibition September 6 - 28 In the spirit of the women’s movement that began in the late 1970’s in the United States, the exhibition will showcase work that reflects the evolution of the position of women in society and the arts from then, to today. A look at what has changed, what struggles still exist, and where we go from here. Exhibition support has been provided by: Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault, Richards and Stehman, Heartland Credit Union, United Community Bank, Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Jane Locascio Broker/Partner at The Real Estate Group, Sarah Anderson, Irene Boyer, Polly Poskin, Ruthann Mazrim, Evelyn Thomas, and Bernie White-Hatcher. Women's Art Alliance: The First 10 Years
July 11 - August 29 A look back at the history of the Woman's Art Alliance, now the SAA Collective, in its first 10 years. Works by many of the over 70 women who exhibited in the first 10 years of the organization will have artwork on display in both the M.G. Nelson Family Gallery and the SAA Collectivegallery. Exhibition support has been provided by: Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault, Richards and Stehman, Heartland Credit Union, United Community Bank, Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Jane Locascio Broker/Partner at The Real Estate Group, Sarah Anderson, Irene Boyer, Polly Poskin, Ruthann Mazrim, Evelyn Thomas, Bernie White-Hatcher and Thomas and Suzann Spada. What Art Feels Like
curated by Rosemary Buffington, representing the Educational Center for the Visually Impaired June 1 - 29, 2019 www.edcentervi.org Participants have the opportunity to touch original works of art. This inclusive exhibition includes sculpture, ceramics, paper, fiber, painting, wood and wall pieces that participants can experience through touch and sound. The wall text and labels in the gallery are accessible through large-print versions, Braille, and GPS activated audio tours provided by Sensible Innovations . Pathways to Watercolor
by Sandy Meyer, Robert Mejer, and Rod Buffington April 5 - 27, 2019 Guest Curated by Rod Buffinton Illinois Prairie Pastel Society Annual Member's Exhibition
March 3 - 30, 2019 New works by the members of the local Pastel Society Central Illinois Scholastic Competition
January 27 - February 21, 2019 This annual exhibition features the top award winning works by high school students from across central Illinois. Art is Exceptional
January 5 - 25, 2019 Artwork created by SPS 186 students with special needs 2018
GLASS!
November 30 - December 22, 2018 This is an exhibition featuring glass work by many regional artists. Fragmented Remains
November 2 - 24, 2018 This is an exhibition featuring local artist Corrin Artwork-Corrin Smithson McWhirter the recipient of the Springfield Area Arts Council Rosie Richmond Artist Advancement Award showing along side award-winning Michigan based artist Nicole Maury. Sangamon Watercolor Society Annual Exhibition
October 3 - 27, 2018 Vachel Lindsay: Poet, Artist, Visionary
September 7 - 27 This is a collaborative exhibit between the Springfield Art Association, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, the Vachel Lindsay Association, the Sangamon Valley Collection of the Lincoln Library, the Illinois State Museum, and the Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site Shapes of Influence 2018
Juried by Simon Levin August 3 - September 1, 2018 Juried By Simon Levin Starring Springfield:
Through the Eyes of John Starr Stewart July 13 - 28, 2018 Curated by Curtis Mann, Stephanie Martin, and Sarah Adams. Botanical Musings
MFA Exhibition of Jamie Kemp June 18 - 30, 2018 This exhibition of beautifully researched botanicals includes a history of cotton and an original board game that utilizes botanicals for both good and evil, healing and murder. The New Golden Book Art Competition
June 8 - 16, 2018 In partnership with the works by the Illinois Bicentennial Coordinating Committee of Springfield. Liturgical & Sacred Art
April 27 - May 26, 2018 Best of Show: Felicia Olin First Place: Susan Gaylord Second Place: Laurie Wohl Third Place: Dennis McGeary Pastel Perspectives
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SAA Collective2020
ALIVE to Interpretation
January 17 - March 5 Paintings by Rick Taylor and Gene Tanta alongside woodwork and ceramics by Roland Folse Sponsored by Roland Folse Exhibition support has been provided by Thomas and Suzann Spada Go Figure! March 13- April 30 A National Juried Exhibition of works in all media utilizing the human figure. 2019
SAA Collective Members Exhibition
November 1 - December 21, 2019 The gallery will be filled with new works by all the SAA Collective artists. 6x6(x6) Art Exhibition and Raffle
Event Night: Thursday, October 17, 6 - 8 PM Sponsored by: Exciting Windows! by Susan Day About Becoming
featuring E Vern Taylor, Tracey Maras, and Danny Brikshavana September 6 - October 24, 2019 Exhibition support has been provided by: Becky Lober Hendricks Realtor, Studio 6 Hair Salon, and Thomas and Suzann Spada The Women's Art Alliance: The First Ten Years
July 11 - August 29 A celebration of the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Women’s Art Alliance (WAA) that will include a 2 gallery exhibition featuring the artwork of the women who powered this organization through its first decade. The exhibition will be held at both the SAA Collective and the M.G. Nelson Family Gallery. Exhibition support has been provided by: Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault, Richards and Stehman, Heartland Credit Union, United Community Bank, Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Jane Locascio Broker/Partner at The Real Estate Group, Sarah Anderson, Irene Boyer, Polly Poskin, Ruthann Mazrim, Evelyn Thomas, Bernie White-Hatcher and Thomas and Suzann Spada. Praxis
May 10 - June 27, 2019 Sponsored by Thomas and Susann Spada Featuring Thom Whalen and Kevin Veara herFlag by Marylin Artus
June 12 2020 Marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment to the U.S. Constitution. 36 States ratified it into law. To celebrate, Marilyn Artus will travel the path of ratification and collaborate with a female artist in all 36 states. Come celebrate women's history and see the sewing of Judith Mayer's Illinois stripe onto her flag. Inhabited January 18 - March 7, 2019 Sponsored by Brandt Consolidated Inc. Featuring Skyler McGee, Rich Larimore, and Kate Worman-Becker 2018
SAA Collective Members Exhibition
November 7 - December 22, 2018 The gallery will be filled with new works by all the SAA Collective artists. Opening Minds Through Art (OMA)
November 9, 2018 OMA is a Scripps intergenerational art program for people with dementia that is aimed at promoting their social engagement, autonomy, and dignity through the experience of creative self-expression. Jed Leber Memorial Exhibiton
November 8, 2018 The SAA Collective will host a one-night memorial exhibition to honor and remember artist Jed Leber, a friend and ally to the Springfield visual arts community. In addition to the one-night exhibition of Jed’s work in the SAA Collective, his work will also be featured at the SAA Collective BackDOOR Gallery throughout November and December. Redefining
September 7 - November 1, 2018 Featuring Dick Folse, Bob Dixon, and Sheri Ramsey Sponsored by Debra Nickelson Smith & J Chris Smith, Ellis Arjmand & Family and Don & Sheri Ramsey Exhibition Support Provided by The Taylor Family and Tom & Suzann Spada In Black and White: Art Meets Writing Juried Exhibition
August 3 - 30, 2018 Devoid of color but full of content, Artists and writers will be partnered for a unique exhibition in black and white. A print catalog will be created of this exhibition. Read the prose here. Juror's Artist Awards First: Dong Kyu Kim for American Stitches #5 Second: Kristina Aas for Pelt IV Third: Brad Venable for Infectious Juror's Writer Awards First: Thea Chesley for Cyprinus Carpio (Based on Carpe by Earle Smith) Second: Mark Russillo for Unfettered Access (Based on Communication by Jacomijn Steen’) Third: Thea Chesley for It Is (Based on It Is by Bernie White Hatcher) Images of Illinois Photography Contest 2018
July 5 - 29, 2018 in partnership with the Illinois Times and Sponsored by CherryBerry Springfield, PSC Digital, and microPOWER Computer Systems. Exhibition Support Provided by Tom and Suzann Spada Click here for more information and results Persons of Interest
May 11 - June 28, 2018 Featuring Michelle Smith and Phil Locascio Reception included a display from the Bonsai Society of Springfield Ambience
March 9 - May 3, 2018 featuring David Brodsky, John Hayes, and Gary Beaumont Exhibition Support provided by Gregory P. Sgro Paperworks January 12 – March 1, 2018 featuring Joan Burmeister, Carolyn Owen Sommer, and Teri Zee Sponsored by Don and Carole Walton 2017
LARGE WORKS / small works
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SAA Collective Gallery
105 N. 5th Street
Springfield, IL 62701 Wednesday - Saturday 11 AM - 5 PM 217-544-2787 gallerydirector@springfieldart.org |
SAA Main CampusSchool of Art (Studios),
Michael Victor II Art Library, M.G. Nelson Family Gallery, and Edwards Place 700 North 4th Street Springfield, IL 62702 Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM Saturday 10 AM - 3 PM 217-523-2631 office@springfieldart.org |