Springfield Art Association

As Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month comes to a close, we would like to highlight an artist that we think everyone should know about, Nam June Paik!

Considered the founder of “video art”, Nam June Paik (1932-2006) was inspired by neon lights, television sets, and music. He is credited with the first use of the term "electronic super highway" to describe the future of telecommunications, a topic that is widely explored throughout his practice. Until his death in 2006, Paik believed in technology’s ability to foster connections among people, between nations, and across cultures. His work has widely influenced contemporary artists and newer generations of artists working in the realm of technology.

Last call to make a lasting impact on the Springfield glass scene and to support your creative community! If you would like to support our Baima Mobile Glass Studio and have your name listed on the studio unit in perpetuity, please donate by June 1st.

For more information on the project and to make a gift, please call our office at 217-523-2631 or visit: https://www.springfieldart.org/donate.html