ADULT PROGRAMS
QUESTION: I am just starting out with art, where do I begin?
ANSWER: Drawing is the foundation for most mediums, so we recommend starting out with a basic drawing course. If you want to jump right into another medium, look for the Beginning level classes. Call the school and one of our staff members will be happy to help you choose a class that best suits your interest and skill level.
QUESTION: Can I ship my supplies from the School? How do I get my art home after my workshop?
ANSWER: You may ship your supplies to the school before your course begins. Please be sure to label your package clearly with your name and the name of the instructor teaching the workshop, and we will hold your package for you to retrieve the morning your workshop or class begins. Afterward, you may ship your supplies home using UPS. Check at the reception desk for details.
QUESTION: What if I want to fire my sculpture while in Scottsdale?
ANSWER: Arrangements may be made to fire and ship your sculpture home. Check at the reception desk for details.
QUESTION: Are scholarships available?
ANSWER: Yes, scholarships are available to students based on both financial need and merit. Apply using the process outlined on the scholarship application, which can be found on our website.
QUESTION: Do I need to rent a car?
ANSWER: If you are coming to Scottsdale for a plein air workshop, transportation is required (unless you make prior arrangements to carpool with someone in the class). Several downtown hotels are within walking distance of the school. There is also a free trolley that runs throughout Old Town Scottsdale.
QUESTION: Where should I stay in Scottsdale?
ANSWER: Several hotels offer our students preferred rates. A list of those hotels can be found under our Partners section of the website and will also be provided to students in course confirmation materials.
QUESTION: What is there to do after class?
ANSWER: SAS is within walking distance of countless restaurants, bars, galleries and shops. Artwalk, which occurs every Thursday night, is a long-running tradition in Old Town Scottsdale when the local galleries stay open into the evening. Many students attend this event with their classmates and instructors. Many of our instructors show at some of the galleries in the Artwalk!
QUESTION: What if my workshop is cancelled?
ANSWER: Occasionally workshops or classes are cancelled because of enrollment or issues affecting the availability of the instructor. If your workshop is cancelled, you will be notified at least 30 days before the start of your workshop, or at least 7 days before the start of a weekly class. You will receive a full refund upon cancellation.
QUESTION: Is there a cafeteria at the School?
ANSWER: No, but the school does have tables and chairs in the southeast wing of the school and a lovely outdoor patio that students are welcome to enjoy during lunchtime and breaks. You can pack your lunch and leave it in the student fridge in the kitchen.
QUESTION: Is there an inexpensive way to get from the airport to the hotel or School?
ANSWER: Several of our partner hotels offer airport shuttle services. You may also contact Super Shuttle at (800) 258-3826.
QUESTION: Where can I keep my supplies while in my class/workshop?
ANSWER: We have lockers available for students to secure their belongings. The locker fee is $5.00 and locks are available for an additional $10.00 deposit, which will be refunded when you return the lock. Please ask for a lock at the front desk.
Note: While the school makes every effort to secure the studios, it is not responsible for property or valuables left in the studios.
QUESTION: How do I fly with paints and supplies?
ANSWER: Check the TSA website for the latest regulations regarding traveling with paint and other art supplies.
