
SAA offers a world of inspiration to its members! Access exclusive, inspirational videos
Whether you’re picking up a paintbrush for the very first time or have been painting for years, we’re here to offer inspiration so you can keep doing what you love.
Whether you’re seeking creative ideas or looking to learn a new technique, we have a world of inspiration waiting to be explored with video on demand. Here's just a few of our favourite demos that we think you might enjoy – you can access even more inspiration and tuition when you join the SAA as a member.
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Access exclusive, inspirational videos
There's a whole host of exclusive demonstrations available to our SAA members. From watercolour to oils, pastel and more. There's step-by-step tutorials from professional artists like Alison C.Board, Carol Kibble, Jane Betteridge as well as articles from Charles Evans, Denise Allen and other favourites.
Here's just a taster of what you can expect when you become an SAA member.
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Reservoir DucksJoin the ever-talented Alison C Board as she takes you through painting some lovely Reservoir Ducks in mixed media.
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Fountain in Mixed MediaJoin Jason Skill as he demonstrates how to use an oil pastel instead of a wax resist stick within your watercolour artwork.
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Frosty LandscapesJoin SAA in-house artist Anita Pounder as she demonstrates the use of Acrylics to create this frosty landscape.
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Tulips using Pastel ShadesJoin in-house artists Anita as she demonstrates the use of Derwent Pastel Shades Paint Set to create a beautiful Tulip painting.
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Golden Eagle in PastelWatch Carol as she quickly demonstrates how to easy begin and complete a picture of a Golden Eagle using SAA pastels.
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Cactus in GouacheJoin Anita Pounder as she creates an image of a cactus using Gouache on black watercolour paper.
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Fish in BrushoWatch this demonstration as in-house artist Anita creates this stunning artwork using Brusho.
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Dancer in AcrylicsJoin Anita for a fantastic acrylic tutorial. See how Anita captures the elegance and strength of the Dancer.
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Snowy LeafJoin Anita as she uses masking fluid to retain the white of the paper to create snow in this watercolour demonstration.
Find the right membership for you
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From £35.00 per year
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Enthusiasts
Perfect for art beginners & hobbyists.
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Member-only Paint & Create magazine
Access Video on Demand (premium for Silver members)
Exclusive offers
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Insurance under SAA group insurance
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Professional
Perfect for taking your career to the next level.
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Member-only Paint & Create magazine
Exclusive Business advice in our Resource Hub
FREE online profile
Regular business seminars
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Filming opportunities
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International Digital only
The perfect membership for those living outside the UK
Digital-only Paint & Create magazine four times a year
Exclusive Member-only savings and offers
Access Video on Demand
Connect with fellow members
Discounts and savings across hundreds of art materials
*Please note that a free gift is not available with this level of membership
Join today and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits
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Click here to access exclusive, inspirational videosAccess hundreds of hours of exclusive step-by-step guides, tuition videos, demonstrations and workshops all from the comfort of your own home including demos from our professional artists.
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Click here to access our Member-only Paint & Create Magazine‘Paint & Create’ magazine is exclusive to SAA members, it’s delivered straight to your door. Paint is packed full of news features, articles and step-by-step guides from all of your favourite artists.
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Weekly newslettersWe'll send you weekly e-newsletters offering inspiration, advice and artistic support; plus update you on any promotions, new products or new videos that have been added to the community hub.
Member offer terms & conditions
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- Prices shown are for automatic renewal membership.
- Free delivery on orders over £25 is only available on products in stock
- Insurance is provided under SAA Group Insurance Policies, SAA is not an insurance broker and cannot advise which level of membership suits your insurance needs.
- Free gift and welcome packs are only available within the UK, to Enthusiast and Professional memberships and are subject to availability. The gift offered may change without prior notice.
- SAA Digital membership does not include a free gift and members will receive an online version of paint & create magazine and a digital welcome pack via email.
- This exclusive membership code cannot be used with any other offer or promotional code and is only available online.
- Video on Demand is not available with art club memberships.
- Premium Video on Demand is only available with Silver memberships and above.
- The free gift (where applicable) may arrive separately from your welcome pack. If you choose to cancel your membership within the cooling-off period, you will be asked to pay for any free gifts received or asked to return them in sellable condition.
- Free gift is not available for members renewing their membership after year one.
- If your membership has lapsed, you will not be entitled to renew on the existing membership scheme and will need to join as a new member.
- Those living outside the UK will only be able to join as an overseas member. No other memberships are available.
- Entry to Artists of the Year is not available with an International membership and entry charges may apply
- £25 free delivery – threshold will need to be met after discounts have been applied.