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Whether you’re reflecting on your own early memories or interpreting a child’s perspective, this lighthearted and imaginative exhibition welcomes artwork that captures the innocence, humor, and vividness of seeing the world with a fresh perspective.

Step into a world where nature inspires the hand of the maker. From the dawn of prehistoric creativity to the present day, humans have harnessed the beauty of wood and the versatility of fibers to craft extraordinary works of art. Join us in paying homage to the age-old tradition of artistic expression through wood and fibers.

AI: Artistic Interpretations unites the creativity of fiber artists from across the globe with the algorithms, data, and machine learning of Artificial Intelligence. This exhibition showcases the boundless creativity that emerges when human artistry combines with the potential of technology...

Nature produces an endless array of colors, shapes, and patterns that creatures use to fool the eye. These animals become visible only when they move or are in contrasting surroundings. Creatures may disguise themselves to blend in by changing color on demand or with the seasons, allowing plants to grow on them, or by evolving to look like something else.

Birds are found all around the world. They remind us of ourselves yet are also able to fly up in the heavens. Artists around the globe respond to the birds they admire in myriad ways using a wide variety of materials and techniques.

This exhibition explores the beauty, diversity and significance of pollinators and their impact on our future. Join us in raising awareness of pollinators and their importance through art. Selected pieces highlight the crucial role pollinators play in sustaining Earth's ecosystems...

Get ready to Pollinate + Create at our next SAQA in-person conference, April 29 - May 1, 2027 SAQA’s conference will be hosted near Detroit, Michigan, a city where art, innovation, and creativity are woven into its rich history and...

This new, exciting exhibition is a collaboration between Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Art Institute and SAQA. The museum seeks to inspire people to live in harmony with the natural world by fostering love, appreciation, and understanding of the (Sonoran) Desert.

This exhibition celebrates dragons as creatures of fantasy, folklore, and wonder. We welcome artwork inspired by mythology, religion, literature, historical art, or original imagination—including, but not limited to, majestic celestial dragons, tiny whimsical drakes, and fearsome wyrms. Let your imagination soar, and bring your own vision of these legendary creatures to life!