Why Join?
Visual Art Exchange is a non-profit association and gallery. With over 300 members, we foster the advancement of all artists with the intention that their art will become a valuable asset to the community.
For over 25 years, we have nurtured the careers of many local artists. By providing opportunities to exhibit and sell their work, we foster the artistic growth of emerging and professional artists alike.
Through our many resources, we promote the strengthening of skills and development of ideas. Education and partnerships help create a non-competitive environment for this exchange.
Membership Levels
Exhibiting Levels:
- Exhibiting artist ($55)
- Senior 65+ ($35)
- Student ($20)
Non-Exhibiting:
- Supporting ($50)
- Contributor ($100)
- Patron ($250)
- Benefactor ($500)
Exhibiting Artist Membership Benefits:
- Artist Network Become a part of VAE's vast network of artists, educators, patrons and community leaders.
- Low commissions taken on sales (30% for members, 40% for non-members.)
- Discounted entry and workshop fees and a 10% off purchases at VAE.
- Artist discount card good for 10-20% off framing, artwork and art supplies at local retailers.
- Quarterly newsletter subscription to News Exchange, which features local and national artist opportunities, information about VAE's artists and their activities.
- E-news Exchange subscription to a weekly e-mail newsletter chock full of artist opportunities, reminders and tips.
Other Benefits:
Artist Development programs VAE's artists and staff are available to review your resume, artist's statement, or give you advice about framing, slides and preparing applications.
Business of Being an Artist Series - Each spring, Visual Art Exchange, in collaboration with Artspace, hosts a free lecture and workshop series for members Topics include taxes, legal issues, copyright, preparing and applying for artist's opportunities, networking and marketing.
Artist Groups - The Painter's Forum meets the second Tuesday of each month at VAE for a short demonstration or discussion and a group critique. Free for mem bers, $5 for non-members.
The Plein Air Painters Group - This group meets the first Tuesday and second Saturday of each month at varying locations. Contact VAE for details.