Springfield Art Association
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YOUTH WORKSHOPS


Youth Workshops are now listed under Youth SAAmplers.
​Classes for students aged 12+ are listed under Teen Classes.

YOUTH ART CLASSES


Inspired by Beautiful Days! - Ages 4-6 Years

Thursdays, March 26 - May 14 [8 Weeks]: 1:30 - 2:30 PM or
Thursdays, March 26 - May 14 [8 Weeks]: 3:30 - 4:30 PM [Kate Atkinson]

Kiddos will be inspired by "Beautiful Days" created by artists [and husband and wife duo] Chris Uphues and Jen Koehl who wanted to share their distinctive vision of HAPPY with the world! With a nod to contemporary pop art, students will explore a variety of mediums and create both big and small works
SUPPLIES: All the supplies will be provided for you by SAA, but be sure to dress for mess!
$170 Non-Members. $140 Members.

SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! ​

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The BIG Year! - Ages 5-7 Years

Wednesdays, March 25 - May 13 [8 Weeks]: 4 - 5:30 PM [Ashlynn Frey] 
Let your imagination take flight as we are inspired by all things birds! This mixed media class will cover lots of bird facts while creating in mediums such as sculpture, ceramics, painting, and fiber arts. We're talon you, the kids will have an un-bird-lievable time!!
SUPPLIES: All the supplies will be provided for you by SAA, but be sure to dress for mess!
$170 Non-Members. $140 Members.

SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! 

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Art Through the Ages - Ages 8-12 Years

Thursdays, March 26 - May 14 [8 Weeks]: 1 - 2:30 PM or
Thursdays, March 26 - May 14 [8 Weeks]: 4 - 5:30 PM [Ashlynn Frey]

Lets time travel through art history, exploring ancient masterpieces to contemporary artists. Students will discover different cultures, be inspired by famous artists and stylistic periods, and create their own masterpieces in mediums like sculpture, fibers, ceramics, and painting.
SUPPLIES: All the supplies will be provided for you by SAA, but be sure to dress for mess!
$170 Non-Members. $140 Members.

SAA Members: After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! 

CANCELLATIONS OR REFUNDS OF CLASS
We do not issue credits, or roll forward tuition.

What is the class refund policy?
Class Refunds for 8-week classes and SAAmplers will be issued at 95% of original purchase price if you cancel 1 week in advance or more before class start date.
Cancellations made less than 1 week in advance will not be eligible for a refund. For example: If you cancel your class 48 hours before the start time, your registration is not valid for a refund. We can not issue credits or roll forward tuition.
In case of medical or family emergency, please give our office a call at 217-523-2631.
​For more information, please visit our FAQ page found here.

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Edwards Place

Located on Main Campus
​ 700 North 4th Street
​Springfield, IL 62702
​

Tour Times:
Tuesday - Saturday 1 PM and 2PM
​Not open for self-guided tours

217-523-2631
collections@springfieldart.org

 SAA Collective

105 N. 5th Street 
Springfield, IL 62701


Wednesday - Saturday 11 AM - 5 PM
​217-544-2787
[email protected]
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SAA Main Campus

Main Office, Studios,
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
[email protected]
  • About
    • Contact
    • What We Do
    • Hiring
    • Board of Directors >
      • For Current BOD
    • Residency
    • Meet Our Staff
    • Palette Newsletter
  • Education
    • Classes >
      • Ceramics
      • Digital Media
      • Drawing
      • Fiber Arts
      • Glass
      • Metals & Jewelry
      • Mixed Media
      • Painting
      • Pastels
      • Photography
      • Printmaking
      • Pulp + Paper
      • Sculpture
      • Teen
      • Youth
    • SAAmplers
    • Youth SAAmplers
    • Summer Art Camp >
      • Login Sign-up Info
      • 4 YO- K
      • 1st - 2nd
      • 3rd - 5th
      • 6th - 8th
      • High School
      • Full Schedule
    • Open Studio
    • Scholarships
    • Instructor Bios
  • Outreach
    • Art Outreach
    • Field Trips
    • Make Truck
    • Bronwyn Eves Memorial Project
    • OMA
    • pARTners Program
  • Events
    • 6x6
    • Art Synergy
    • Buffalo Birthday Bonanza
    • Film Series >
      • Past Film Series
    • Fine Art Fair
    • Golf Outing
    • Paint the Street
    • Palette to Palate
    • Yart Sale
  • Galleries
    • Collective >
      • Underground
      • For Juried Artists
    • M.G. Nelson Family Gallery
    • Call For Entries
    • Past Exhibitions >
      • Past M.G. Nelson Exhibition Photos
      • Past Collective Exhibition Photos
  • Edwards Place
    • Edwards Place Events
  • Library
    • Library Events
  • Rentals
    • Arty Party
    • Field Trips
    • Adult Events
    • Team building
    • Rental Spaces
  • Join + Give
    • Membership
    • Donate
    • Sponsorship Opportunities
    • Testimonials
    • Volunteer
  • Shop
    • Art Supplies >
      • Clay
      • Clay Tools
    • Make Kits
    • Murder Mystery Game
    • CHECKOUT