The Missouri Southern State University's Department of Art and Design is returning to the Cornell Complex for the 2026 Portfolio Review. The public is invited to admire and assess the art portfolios of their junior and senior students! 1:00-2:00pm | Catered Social 2:00-5:30pm | Portfolio Review Free and open to the public.
Join us for the opening reception of John H. Good: Life Vessels in the Jo Mueller Reserve Gallery. Good is a local ceramic artist and Spiva member residing in Webb City, Missouri - read his complete statement about his exhibit here.
Studio 55: Guided (Ages 55+)Instructor: Jordan Murdock-ThompsonSchedule: Every other Friday, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PMCost: $10 per session, $65 for the entire Spring (March, April, & May | 7 Sessions Total)Project: Watercolor Paper Butterflies | See the full guided spring line up below under the checkout box DescriptionStudio 55: Guided is a welcoming, instructor-led art class […]
Acrylic Bug Paintings Ages: 16+Instructor: Rachel CabralDate: Saturday, April 4Time: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PMCost: $40 In this acrylic painting class, students will explore the fundamentals of acrylic painting techniques while creating a detailed artwork inspired by insects. Participants will learn about layering, color mixing, and brush control as they bring their chosen bug to […]
Ceramic Trays Ages: 12 – AdultInstructor: Daria ClaiborneDate: Saturday, April 4Time: 12:30 – 2:30 PMCost: $45 Create a functional and personalized ceramic tray using slab-building techniques in this hands-on clay class with Daria. Participants will learn how to roll and shape a clay slab to form a tray, then add underglaze designs and patterns to […]
Studio 55: Open Studio (Ages 55+)Instructor: Jesse McCormickSchedule: Alternating Fridays, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PMCost: Free when bringing your own supplies | $10 to use Spiva supplies (or $55 for the Spring Session) DescriptionStudio 55: Open Studio is a relaxed, welcoming open-work session designed for adults ages 55 and up. Facilitated by Jesse McCormick, these sessions […]
Figure Drawing for Kids Ages: 7–12Instructor: Jordan Murdock-ThompsonDate: Saturday, April 11Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMCost: $25 In this engaging drawing class, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of figure drawing through fun, interactive exercises designed especially for kids. The focus will be on understanding proportion, form, and movement, helping young artists learn how […]
Pottery: Hand Building & Wheel Throwing Ages: 16+Instructors: Kimberly Moreland & Chloe VanBecelaere Saturdays this Spring: March 14 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM April 11 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM May 16 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM Cost: $70 per session | $190 for all threeCapacity: Limited to 8 students per sessionOutput: […]
It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words – at Spiva Center for the Arts, that statement rings true as writers are inspired by the images from the PhotoSpiva 2026 exhibit. Join us for Spiva’s annual 1000 Words Poetry and Prose event. Individuals are invited to pick one or two exhibition photos […]
Studio 55: Guided (Ages 55+)Instructor: Jordan Murdock-ThompsonSchedule: Every other Friday, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PMCost: $10 per session, $55 for the entire Spring (March, April, & May | 6 Sessions Total)Project: Spring Sunset Acrylic Painting | See the full guided spring line up below under the checkout box DescriptionStudio 55: Guided is a welcoming, instructor-led art […]
Studio 55: Open Studio (Ages 55+)Instructor: Jesse McCormickSchedule: Alternating Fridays, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PMCost: Free when bringing your own supplies | $10 to use Spiva supplies (or $55 for the Spring Session) DescriptionStudio 55: Open Studio is a relaxed, welcoming open-work session designed for adults ages 55 and up. Facilitated by Jesse McCormick, these sessions […]
Mark your calendars and get ready to bid on stunning art while supporting a great cause! The Closing Bidding Party for Small Works 2026 is Friday, April 24th, 5:30-7:30pm in the Sharon & Lance Beshore Gallery. What is Small Works? Small Works is more than a silent auction—it’s a celebration of our creative community and […]
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM
Wednesday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM
Thursday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM
Friday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM
Saturday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM
Sunday: Closed
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Joplin, M0 64801
