The American Artists Guild logo. Existing Arts Associations, Guilds and Leagues

Artists Organizations in the United States and US Dependent Areas and Independent Nations

Resources and advice for Artists. (More resources will be added as they become available. If you would like to volunteer web services on this project your help would be greatly appreciated! It is a huge grass roots fraternal organization. Members are welcome to help with research and web services.)

The Gulf State Artists and Creative business are in desperate need of OUR support. Please pass the word along that AAG has easy to follow listings, many non-profit and tax-deductible.

With the resources here you can contact and work with individuals and groups directly.

Many are at risk of losing a business or a home.
It would take so little to save their CREATIVE BUSINESS or home: possibly just a business loan or property tax payment.
(If you are in need and would like to be added to our list of artist's and organizations in need, drop (AAG) a note describing your Artist owned business or organization and your specific need.) You will then be contacted shortly.

Alliance of Artists Communities (AAC)

A nation-wide consortium and professional organization for the field, advances the role artist communities play in the evolution of new ideas and art.

There are places—hundreds of them, in fact—where artists can go simply to work on their art. They go by many names: artists communities, colonies, retreats, and residencies, but they all share a common purpose. Whether for a week or a year or more, these places exist to support the creation of new work and risk-taking in environments rich in stimulation and fellowship. In short, they are the Research — Development department of the creative culture.

Artist doesn't tell the whole story. Those served by these residencies are creative individuals of all kinds: visual and performing artists, composers and choreographers, playwrights and poets, creative and scholarly writers, architects and designers, historians, ecologists, scientists, and more.

U.S. STATE AND TERRITORY ARTS ORGANIZATIONS

(known) ART LEAGUES and ASSOCIATIONS Nationwide.

(If you wish to add to our listing drop us a note ...)
Asian American Women Artists Alliance (AAWAA)

Asian American Women Artists Alliance creates a welcoming environment where these artists can meet; exchange art resources and information; and exhibit their work. Through group exhibitions, AAWAA cultivates and brings together a broad range of artwork from diverse and multicultural constituents. Our exhibition programs present works of all artistic levels which represent the swirl of new work emerging from the cultural interplay between East and West. AAWAA brings artists together to inspire and encourage each other, and to present their unique perspective to the greater community.

AAWAA is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization. Our membership is open to outside artists (including non-Asian artists, and men) who wish to join us or wish to be part of the decision making team. Our organizational structure is constantly evolving around new members for ideas and energy. Our sense of mission fueled our early years and has carried the organization to its present development. We are excited about what lies ahead.

American Association of Wood turners (AAW)
American Association of Wood turners (AAW) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of wood-turning. Over 180 chapters throughout the United States provide education and information for those interested in wood turning. Members include hobbyists, professionals, gallery owners, collectors, and wood and equipment suppliers. Contact AAW for information on their annual symposium.
3499 Lexington Ave. N.
Suite 103
Shoreview, MN
55126-8118
TEL: 651-484-9094
FAX: 651-484-1724
All About Theatre (AAT)
Santa Cruz's only year round teen theatre company offers a unique program with instruction in voice, movement, improvisation and scene work, tailored to the needs of teens. Emphasis is placed on Ensemble acting and working in the professional theatre. Program participation results in greater self-confidence, a passion for life, fosters team spirit, self-esteem and pride. This company gives teens a safe place to foray into the professional world of musical theatre, producing quality productions for our community. lindsey@allabouttheatre.org
All About Theatre
200 W. Cliff Drive, Suite 14
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Ph:831 345.6340
American Educational Research Association(AERA)
We suggest if you are needing to make a proposal for a project or need statistics to support art related grant use the "Division D" mailing list. Research association members post questions and requests for help regarding research design and statistical analyses
American Federation of Television and Radio Artists(AFTRA)
The American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) is a national labor union representing nearly 80,000 performers, journalists and other artists working in the entertainment and news media.
AFTRA supports the welfare of its members through benefits and programs sponsored or supported by the union. AFTRA was the first industry union to establish employer-paid health and retirement plans for members and their dependents that qualify. The Health Fund provides comprehensive medical and hospital benefits, a dental plan, prescription drug program, life insurance and mental health and substance abuse programs. The Retirement Fund is portable, so that wherever members work under an AFTRA contract -- whether on a television or radio program, a sound recording, commercial or industrial show -- employer contributions are made on their behalf. For more detailed information about the AFTRA Health & Retirement Funds, visit its web site at www.aftrahr.com.
AFTRA membership also provides access to a series of supplemental benefits, discounts and other programs through groups such as Group Benefits Associates, TEIGIT, UnionPlus/Union Privilege and MusicPro.
The AFTRA Foundation, a separate tax-exempt organization funded entirely by voluntary contributions, works in even broader ways to benefit performers and broadcasters and supports the educational and charitable objectives of AFTRA.
American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA)
All union officers are performing artists chosen through elections in which every member in good standing is eligible to vote.
The Board of Governors, the governing body of AGMA, is responsible for final approval of all contracts, management of union funds, and for protecting all members from unfair or unsafe practices and conditions. Any active member in good standing is eligible to run for a seat on the Board. Elections for the Board are held in three-year cycles and elections of all officers are held biennially.
AGMA Retirement and Health
An informational source for members of the American Guild of Musical Artists who are participants in the AGMA Retirement Plan and/or the AGMA Health Fund.
Americans for the Arts
Americans for the Arts is the nation's leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America. With more than 40 years of service, we are dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts.
Americans for the Arts Response to Hurricane Katrina September 02, 2005. I know you join with us in expressing grief and concern about the devastation from Hurricane Katrina that has affected our colleagues in the mid-south region. Americans for the Arts staff are working hard to connect with our members in the affected regions and to offer help in any way possible. Learn more about our efforts, tell us about yours and find out more about how arts organizations and others in the arts community are responding to this tragedy.
American Society of Magazine Photographers (ASMP)
ASMP promotes photographers' rights, educates photographers in better business practices, produces business publications for photographers and helps buyers find professional photographers.ASMP was founded in 1944 by a handful of the world's leading photojournalists and is recognized internationally for its leadership role. ASMP has over 5,000 members, including many of the world's greatest photographers, in 40 chapters nationwide.
Andover Artist's Guild
Andover Artist's Guild is located in Massachusetts. The Guild was incorporated as a nonprofit organization in 1970 with an initial membership of 9 members. Since then, it has grown to more than 90 active members. The membership not only includes artists/arts patrons from Andover and North Andover, but also artists/arts patrons from surrounding towns as well as New Hampshire.
Arts and Healing Network(AHN)

The Arts and Healing Network is an on-line resource for those interested in the healing potential of art. The site features an extensive community projects section, a monthly newsletter, over 200 visual artists page, a bulletin board, a listing of funding opportunities and more.
Arts and Healing Network is an on-line resource celebrating the connection between art and healing. Our web site serves as an international resource for anyone interested in the healing potential of art, especially environmentalists, social activists, artists, art professionals, health care practitioners, and those challenged by illness. Our hope is that the information presented here will educate and inspire.

Arizona Artist Guild
The Arizona Artist Guild was founded in 1928 and is one of Arizona's oldest non-profit organizations. Originally formed as a sketch group, it has grown to a roster of approximately 500 artists working in two and three dimensional media. The juried roster includes nationally recognized and published artists as well as emerging and noted local artists and teachers. Many AAG members are represented in galleries nationally as well as statewide.
Programs offered by the AAG include member exhibitions, life drawing, pleine aire, Guild School of Art workshops, monthly meetings featuring lectures and art demonstrations as well as meetings for AAG sculptors. There is also the annual Artstravaganza auction that supports the Guild Scholarship Award Program for collage fine art majors.
Artist-Blacksmith's Association of North America (ABANA)
Blacksmithing, the cornerstone of all crafts for centuries, has come back to life. Once rendered nearly obsolete by the Industrial Revolution and 20th Century technology, this ancient craft has undergone a contemporary renaissance. A new appreciation of the honest, enduring qualities of forged metal has developed.
At the heart of this revival has been the Artist-Blacksmith's Association of North America, Inc., a non-profit educational association dedicated to the dissemination of knowledge about the art and craft. Started by a handful of isolated blacksmiths in Georgia in 1973, ABANA now serves over 5,000 members."
You can contact: Lee Ann Mitchel, Central Office Administrator (COA)
P.O. Box 816
30638-0816
706-310-1030
Art & Business Council of Chicago
"The Arts & Business Council of Chicago builds dynamic partnerships between the arts and business that enhance the management capacity of arts organizations and facilitate business participation in the arts. A & BC-Chicago achieves its mission by: Lending Expertise: providing year-round seminars, symposia, and educational programs that help arts professionals and their boards master the business of the arts; Providing Support: offering a comprehensive array of business assessment and advisory services to help non-profit arts organizations grow and thrive... "
Art Deadlines List
A monthly newsletter (via email or paper) with several hundred announcements (every month!) listing art contests & competitions, art scholarships & grants, juried exhibitions, art jobs & internships, call for entries/proposals/papers, writing & photo contests, residencies, design & architecture competitions, auditions, casting calls, fellowships, festivals, funding, and other opportunities (including some that take place on the web) for artists, art educators and art students of all ages.
Art Guild at Fairfield Glade
The mission of Artists Talk on Art (ATOA) is to provide a forum for critical discussions in the visual arts. After 30 years we are one of the longest running art discussions. We depend upon artists who are willing to talk about their work, and volunteer their time. ATOA is a not-for-profit corporation run by artists.
Art Guild at Fairfield Glade
A Non-profit Organization. Founded in 1978 with 12 members. It has grown to well over 100 members and has become a renowned center for the arts in Tennessee.
Fairfield Glade property owners recently voted to deed a 1.02 acre parcel for a new home site. The Guild is planning to construct a 3,600 square foot Gallery located in the Village Green Mall in Fairfield Glade, Tennessee.
P.O. Box 1833
Fairfield Glade, TN. 38558
Ph: (931) 707-7249
A.I.R. (Artists in Residence, Inc.)
A.I.R. Gallery's Mission is to advance the status of women artists by exhibiting quality work by a diverse group of women artists and to provide leadership and community to women artists.
A.I.R. Gallery was founded in 1972 as the first artist-run, not-for-profit gallery for women artists in the United States. The goals of our mission are accomplished primarily through our exhibition programs: solo shows of Gallery Artists, sponsored solo shows for our Fellowship Artists, group shows of National Artists, invitational solo shows through our Gallery II Program, and group shows designed to include a broader community of women artists such as our "Generations" invitational series and our juried Biennial Exhibitions.
511 West 25th Street, Suite 301
NY, NY 10001
(212) 255.6651 - FAX (212)255.6653
Arts Journal

ArtsJournal is a weekday digest of some of the best arts and cultural journalism in the English-speaking world. Each day ArtsJournal combs through more than 200 English-language newspapers, magazines and publications featuring writing about arts and culture.
Arts Journal's editor-in-chief is Douglas McLennan, formerly an arts columnist and arts reporter with the Seattle Post-Intelligencer and the Seattle Weekly. In March, 2001, Jack Miles, ...

Artist's Guild of Manatee inc.

The Guild's mission is "to build a community where artists live and work while enhancing quality of life and creating a harmonious environment." The Village of the Arts District is a the new jewel in the crown of downtown Bradenton, Florida. Bradenton's Downtown Development Authority sent out a call to artists interested in redeveloping a walk-to town community where artists could live, work and sell their wares.
In the summer of 1999, The Artists Guild of Manatee, Inc. was formed by artists of all disciplines and the leadership began the daunting task of revitalizing a blighted neighborhood into a quaint, picturesque showplace.

P.O. Box 729
Brandenton, Fl.
34206-0729
941-747-8056
Artist's Guild of San Francisco

The Artists Guild of San Francisco was founded in 1961 by a group of urban artists who wanted to exhibit their work independently in outdoor sites across the City of San Francisco.

415-835-0610
Artist's Guild USA
There are 30 members strong. Our teams have worked on major commercial construction, literally thousands of Theatrical and Movie productions, every major TV network, and innumerable corporate projects. This is a list of some of the companies on whose projects our members have worked as represented in this portfolio.
Artist's Guild, LLC
21 E. Lincoln Av., Mount Vernon, NY., 10552
Ph: (914)-882-7676
Fax: 914-667-4100
Artist Trust (Supporting Washington State Artists)
Artist Trust is a not-for-profit organization dedicated exclusively to supporting Washington State Artists working in all creative disciplines.;ines. Founded in 1987 by a group of arts patrons and artists who were concerned about the lack of support for individual artists, this organization was shepherded by a 30 member Board of Trustees and a professional staff." ("There are over 900 Washington State Artist Members...")
1835 12th Ave., Seattle, WA 98122-2437
Ph: 206/467-8734
Ph:1-866-21TRUST Toll Free
Fax: 206/467-9633
The Art List
"The Art List is the leading e-newsletter for visual artists and photographers that announces upcoming Art Contests, Art Competitions and Juried Art Shows in the U.S. and Internationally.
The Art List was started by Ken Schweizer, an oil painter from Hartford, CT, who had become so frustrated with wasting time scouring the Internet for art competitions that he decided to do something about it. His mission was to create a database of all the contests he could find. Ken turned his findings into a website called THE ART LIST, an extensive digest of contest listings from all over the United States and abroad. Each month, THE ART LIST emails out a newsletter with directions on how to access the current contests database. ..."
Asian American Arts Alliance (A4)
Asian American Arts Alliance (A4) is an alliance of organizations and individuals dedicated to increasing financial and other resources for Asian American arts and cultural groups based in New York City.
Through research, information dissemination, and targeted funding initiatives, A4 strives to increase access, visibility and financial support for this community's rich and diverse cultural contributions to American society.
Founded in 1983, A4 currently serves close to 200 arts and cultural groups. Our members reflect the dynamic demographic changes and diverse experiences of the city's Asian population, including representatives of new immigrant communities as well as 2nd and 3rd generations, of more than 32 Asian ethnicities.
Association of Clay and Glass Artists of California (ACGA)
ACGA is a non-profit group of over 300 artists and supporters centered in the San Francisco Bay area. We support education and excellence in the clay and glass arts through our exhibitions, festivals, and workshops.
1045 Center Street
San Carlos, CA 94070
TEL:(925) 254-845
TEL:(408) 736-3889
Arts >Cultures and Groups
This is a listing of Art organizations by Culture or Group.
American Association of Wood turners (AAW)
American Association of Wood turners (AAW) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of wood-turning. Over 180 chapters throughout the United States provide education and information for those interested in wood turning. Members include hobbyists, professionals, gallery owners, collectors, and wood and equipment suppliers. Contact AAW for information on their annual symposium.
3499 Lexington Ave. N.
Suite 103
Shoreview, MN
55126-8118
TEL: 651-484-9094
FAX: 651-484-1724
Atlanta Coalition of Performing Arts (ACPA)

Atlanta Coalition of Performing Arts (ACPA) is the nonprofit alliance of greater Atlanta's performing arts organizations and professionals (over 150 companies). Our mission is dedicated to programs and services that provide a nurturing environment for the growth of the performing arts, and advance the role they play within the fabric of our society.

Phone: 404-588-9890
Baulines Craft Guild (BCG)
Established in 1972 by Tom D'Onofrio, the Baulines Craft Guild is a non-profit organization that has grown in stature and size and has achieved national recognition for its Education Programs. The Guild is composed of artisan/teachers who are among the most significant artists creating fine craft work in America today. Their works are represented in major museum collections such as the Smithsonian Institution, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, the de Young Museum of San Francisco, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the New York Museum of Modern Art and the Oakland Museum of California.
1337 4th Street,
San Rafael, California,
Mailing Address: PO Box 150158,
San Rafael, CA, 94915-0158
Phone and fax:415.458.3535
Brandon Artist's Guild (BAG)
Brandon Artist's Guild is located in Brandon, Vermont. It was started by five Brandon artist's in 2001 with a mission to help promote art in Brandon, Vermont.
Our latest and third project is, "Brandon Rocks" which includes thirty-one unique hand-made and hand painted one-of-a-kind Adirondack rocking chairs painted by members of Brandon Artists Guild.
There are currently 31 members.
7 Center Street
Brandon, VT 05733
PH: 802-247-4956
FAX 247-5353
The Comedy Soapbox
The Comedy Soapbox was founded by comedians Danny McDermott and Steve Hofstetter, to help bring comedians to a larger audience and a larger audience to comedians.
The Comedy Soapbox was founded BY comedians, FOR comedians, so that they could help each other and increase the opportunities for living their dreams and developing their art. The hope is that pooling the resources, creative advertising, and the support of the community will create a foundation strong enough to accomplish three things.
  • 1) To always give comedians more stage time to explore and develop.
  • 2) To help expand the public's view or definition of Stand Up Comedy as not just a form of entertainment, but an Art Form.
  • 3) To make Stand Up more accessible for everyone.

The Soapbox also now features an open mic night, road shows, and many resources for comedians like a calendar system for all tour dates and discounts on necessary products. And the Soapbox is still comic friendly - providing comedians with amenities like a revolutionary online booking system, working towards a Best of the Soapbox CD, and of course, providing stage time.

Committee to Protect Journalists
The Committee to Protect Journalists is an independent, nonprofit organization founded in 1981. We promote press freedom worldwide by defending the rights of journalists to report the news without fear of reprisal.
(Side note: You may wonder why we list CPJ on American Artist's Guild. American Artist's Guild owns the URL, "First Hand Account" as part of it's "Independent Film makers.org" Media - venue for members to promote and sell their work: Educational, performance, Video, written or spoken word. AAG is offering CPJ apace for their purposes. After all, Art depends on Freedom of Expression for it's very existence. It is only logical for artists to want and need to embrace the Journalist as defenders of the faith.)
The Costume Designers Guild (CDG)
A Costume Designer creates the look of a character in film or television. This requires detailed research and director's vision. Often, the costumes set fashion trends that inspire fashion designers and impact world culture.
The Costume Designers Guild was founded in 1953 by a group of 30 motion picture costume designers. As of 1999, its membership includes motion picture, television, commercial, and stage costume designers throughout the world and totals some 470 members. (from the CDG's web site).
Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF)
The mission of CERF is to strengthen and sustain the careers of craft artists across the United States. CERF is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization and is the only one of its kind in the United States.
CERF accomplishes its mission through direct financial and educational assistance to craft artists, including emergency relief assistance, business development support, and resources and referrals on topics such as health, safety, and insurance. CERF also advocates, engages in research and backs policy that supports craft artists' careers.

Box 838
Montpelier VT., 05601
Ph: 802.229.2306
fax: 802.223.6484
Creative Communities
The mission of Creative Communities is to expand access to serious, progressive instruction in the performing, literary and visual arts for children and youth living in public housing communities in order to improve their quality of life and promote skills leading to greater self-sufficiency
Employment offers for displaced New Orleans Musicians
Employment offers for displaced New Orleans musicians: Search for Gigs. You may specify as many or as few search parameters as you want. If you do not specify any parameters, your search will return all gigs.
Daily Variety
Daily Variety delivers more stories, breaking news, incisive reviews, exclusive scoops and must-know information than any other entertainment news source.
The trade paper of record since 1933, Los Angeles-based Daily Variety's same day coverage spans Hollywood to New York and features local market coverage, vital global reports, domestic box office charts.
Recognized and respected throughout the world of show business, Variety is the premier source of entertainment news. Since 1905, the most influential leaders in the industry have turned to Variety for timely, credible and straightforward news and analysis -- information vital to their professions. And, since 1933, unchallenged industry leader Daily Variety has been required reading for key showbiz players, delivering breaking news, exclusive scoops and must-read features.
Directors Guild of America (DGA)
Directors Guild of America (DGA) is the labor union which represents the interests of film and television directors in the United States motion picture industry. Founded as the "Screen Directors Guild" in 1936, the group became the DGA in 1960.

As a union that seeks to organize an individual profession, rather than multiple professions across an industry, the DGA is a craft union. It represents directors, associate directors, unit production managers, stage managers, and production assistants in television, and directors, assistant directors, and stage managers in film.

The Guild has various training programs whereby successful applicants are placed in various productions and can gain experience working in the film or television industry.

As of 2003, the guild had about 12,700 members. The DGA headquarters are located on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood.

Furniture Society
The purpose of the Furniture Society is to advance the art of furniture making by inspiring creativity, promoting excellence, and fostering understanding of this art and its place in society. The Furniture Society is open not only to professional furniture makers, but to all who have an interest in the art of furniture making including galleries, arts professionals, collectors and amateur furniture makers. The Furniture Society encompasses furniture making in all media.
P.O. Box 18343
Asheville, N.C., 28814
Ph: 828-255-1949
Fax: 828-255-1950
Furniture Society
The purpose of the Furniture Society is to advance the art of furniture making by inspiring creativity, promoting excellence, and fostering understanding of this art and its place in society. The Furniture Society is open not only to professional furniture makers, but to all who have an interest in the art of furniture making including galleries, arts professionals, collectors and amateur furniture makers. The Furniture Society encompasses furniture making in all media.
P.O. Box 18343, Asheville, N.C., 28814
Ph: 828-255-1949
Fax: 828-255-1950
Galeria Tonantzin
Galeria Tonantzin's nonprofit collaborator is the Monterey Bay Women's Caucus for Art (MBWCA), a 501c3 organization and chapter of the national WCA founded in 1972 as the premiere organization for women in the art. Jennifer Colby cofounded the MBWCA chapter in 1989, and is presently the Vice President for the Pacific Region of the National Women's Caucus for Art.
Call (831) 623-2783 or email us at jcolbydirector@galeriatonantzin.com
115 Third Street, San Juan Bautista, California 95045
(831) 623-2783
Graphic Artist's Guild (GAG)
The Graphic Artists Guild promotes and protects the economic interest of its members. It is committed to improving conditions for all creators of graphic art and raising standards for the entire industry.
The Guild is a union that embraces creators of graphic art at all levels of skill and expertise who create works of graphic art intended for presentation as originals or reproductions.
90 John Street, Suite 403, New York, NY 10038-3202
Ph: 212-791-3400
Fax: (630) 416-3333
INFO USA
Arts and Culture: Guide to the historic and current state of the arts in the U.S.; gateway to traditional and popular culture experienced in America today.An overview of the history of the United States with answers and links to frequently asked questions about symbols, statistics and states. - Two words... VERY COOL.
KID smART
Arts education makes a tremendous impact on the developmental growth of every child and has proven to help level the "learning field" across socio-economic boundaries. KID smART is designed to benefit at-risk children who live in disadvantaged neighborhoods, primarily public housing projects. This year KID smART is working at 9 sites and serves more than 1700 children from Central City, New Orleans East, Uptown and West Bank New Orleans. - Two words... VERY COOL!!
Mokume Artists Guild (MAG)
Mokume gane is an ancient Japanese technique of metalwork. The name means "wood pattern metal". Traditional Mokume Gane patterns resemble wood grain. Many different combinations of metal can be used, some with bold color contrasts and some more subdued. Combinations such as the white-on-white of sterling silver and palladium are possible. The next meeting is scheduled in November. Contact: Chris Ploof for details.
15511 N. Hayden Rd., Ste 160
Scottsdale, Arizona 85260
Ph: 508-752-5463
Motion Picture Association (MPA) and The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA)

Today, these associations represent not only the world of theatrical film, but serve as leader and advocate for major producers and distributors of entertainment programming for television, cable, home video and future delivery systems not yet imagined.

Founded in 1922 as the trade association of the American film industry, the MPAA has broadened its mandate over the years to reflect the diversity of an expanding industry. The initial task assigned to the association was to stem the waves of criticism of American movies, then silent, while sometimes rambunctious and rowdy, and to restore a more favorable public image for the motion picture business.

5503 Ventura Blvd.
Encino, California 91436
Ph:(818) 995-6600/td>
Music Teachers National Association (MTNA)

Founded in 1876. - October 16, 1997, in the state of Ohio Music Teachers National Association, Inc. [501(c)(3)]; August 3, 1951, in the state of Michigan.
MTNA Certification Program [501(c)(6)]; • The mission of Music Teachers National Association is to advance the value of music study and music making to society and to support the professionalism of music teachers. The association maintains two subsidiary programs: MTNA Professional Certification Program and the MTNA Foundation Fund. The Professional Certification Program exists to improve the level of professionalism within the field of applied music teaching and helps the public readily identify competent music teachers in their communities. The MTNA Foundation Fund supports programs to financially assist teachers and students with their educational pursuits while providing an opportunity for individual and corporate support of MTNA and its programs.

The Carew Tower, Cincinnati, Ohio Fifteen full-time, four part-time staff members;
Music Teachers National Association,
441 Vine Street, Suite 505, Cincinnati, OH 45202-2811
Phone: (888) 512-5278; (513) 421-1420 • Fax: (513) 421-2503
mtnanet@mtna.orgwww.mtna.org
Ph: 508-752-5463
National Association of Women Artists (NAWA)
The National Association of Women Artists, Inc. (N.A.W.A.) is a not-for-profit, non-political, member-supported organization of women in the fine arts, founded in 1889, whose primary purpose is to encourage and promote the creative output of women artists. By seeking exhibition opportunities for its members in the visual arts, N.A.W.A. fosters awareness of the contributions of women artists to the ongoing history of American art.
Niche New York
Regina Stewart, Executive Director
Ph: (212) 941-0130
National Council for the Traditional Arts (NCTA)
There are links to NCTA projects and paid internships at NCTA. -- The National Folk Festival will begin its three-year run in the city of Richmond, VA this Fall. (Mark your calendars for October 7-9, 2005.) -- The 19th annual Lowell Folk Festival will take place in downtown Lowell, Massachusetts the weekend of July 29-31, 2005. -- The inaugural 2005 American Folk Festival on the Bangor Waterfront will take place on the shores of the Penobscott River in Bangor, Maine (the weekend of August 26-28, 2005.) -- The Blue Ridge Music Center, located on the Blue Ridge Parkway outside Galax, VA will feature a 16-week summer music concert series beginning in early June. Please check the website for updated information. -- Masters of Caribbean Music will tour the Eastern US in Fall 2005. -- The 2005 National Heritage Fellowships have been announced. Click here for a list of awardees. (The 2005 National Heritage Fellowships Concert will be held at George Washington University's Lisner Auditorium September 23, 2005.)
1320 Fenwick Lane, Suite 200
Silver Spring, MD., 20910
Ph: (301) 565-0654
Fax: (301) 565-0472
National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA)
The National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts is a not-for-profit educational organization that provides valuable resources and support for individuals, schools and organizations with an abiding interest in the ceramic arts.

NCECA was founded and developed by forward-thinking ceramic artists who saw the benefits of a professional organization in its ability to create identity, definition and support for the ceramics teacher and artist, and to promote advancement of the ceramic arts.

The purpose of NCECA is to promote and improve the ceramic arts through education, research, and creative practice. NCECA offers programs, exhibitions and publications that are uniquely beneficial and rewarding to its membership of artists, educators, students, patrons, retailers and manufacturers. As a dynamic, member-driven organization, NCECA strives to be flexible in its programming and responsive to the changing needs of its constituency.

77 Erie Village Square, Suite 280
Erie, Colorado 80516-6996
Ph:866-CO-NCECA (266-2322) Toll-free
Fax: (303)-828-0911
Email: office@nceca.net
National Guild of Community Schools of the Arts
The National Guild of Community Schools of the Arts is the national service organization for a diverse constituency of non-profit organizations providing arts education in urban, suburban and rural communities throughout the United States.
The National Guild believes involvement in the arts is essential to individual fulfillment and community life.  We envision a nation where all Americans understand and appreciate the value of the arts in their lives, and in the lives of their communities.

520 8th Avenue,
3rd floor, suite 302
New York, NY 10018
phone: 212-268-3337
fax: 212-268-3995

New Orleans Ballet (NOBA)
NOBA is the region's premiere presenting and service organization dedicated solely to the art of dance. NOBA's dynamic Main Stage season annually features a variety of world-class dance companies at the Theater of the Performing Arts in Armstrong Park. In addition to the presenting series, the NOBA Dance Institute serves as the largest dance classroom in the Gulf South providing over 50,000 dance enthusiasts with over 3,000 concerts, lecture/demonstrations, workshops, classes and much more ...
Project Assistance and Arts-In-Education Grants FY03
This is a list of grant awardees, which makes me realize that there was/is an amazing amount of talent in Louisiana. Talent we need to help to recover.
Las Vegas Artist's Guild (VAG)
The Vegas Artist's Guild (VAG) is a non-profit organization whose primary purpose is to bring talented and emerging artists in the Las Vegas area to the public's attention. All artists with differing medium are invited and encouraged to join us to share resources and common interests. We offer monthly meetings with informative and fun program speakers who educate us on all areas of the arts. We have a monthly newsletter, membership card and discounts to major art stores in town. We provide group and other exhibit opportunities and access to local and out of State Competitions. The bottom line is that the Vegas Artists Guild is true to its motto, "Artists Helping Artists".
The Guild meets at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road on the 2nd Monday of each month (depending on holidays) from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Information regarding meetings, membership and current activities can be obtained by calling the Guild at:
Ph:(702) 474-5272.
League of New Hampshire Craftsmen (LNHC)
The League of New Hampshire Craftsmen Organization encourages, nurtures and promotes the creation, use and preservation of fine craft through the inspiration and education of artists and the broader community.. Founded in 1932,
League-affiliated Local Councils serve as craft centers that provide economic and educational opportunities for craft makers and craft appreciators alike. A center of activity in their communities, Local Councils offer a market for juried crafts people through the League galleries. They also present instructional courses on craft-making techniques for craft enthusiasts and provide master classes for craft professionals.
The seven League galleries throughout New Hampshire feature the work of our juried crafts people, along with demonstrations, exhibits, and educational programs. Call the League of NH Craftsmen Headquarters at:
League of NH Craftsmen
Susie Lowe-Stockwell, Executive Director
205 North Main Street
Concord, NH 03301-5080
Phone: 603-224-3375
Fax: 603-225-8452
http://www.midatlanticarts.org/ (MA)
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation celebrates, promotes, and supports the wealth and diversity of the region's arts resources and works to increase access to the arts and culture of the region and the world.
Created in 1979 to encourage continued development of the arts and to support arts programs on a regional basis, Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation is dedicated to growth and appreciation of the arts throughout the region, the nation and the world. Foundation programs encourage the creation of new works of art, promote new relationships and ideas within the performing arts community, build new audiences, advocate for the arts in education and connect the arts and artists of the mid-Atlantic region to the rest of the nation and the world. A private, non-profit organization, Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation depends on its state arts agency partners and the National Endowment for the Arts to bring the highest quality arts programming and services available to artists, audiences, and the public.
Sanctuary Arts Organization (SAO)
The Sanctuary Arts Organization is the home of a visually inspiring teaching studio, private arts studios, and gallery — all located in a converted 1861 New England church. Our high-caliber artist/instructors teach skill-based classes designed to fit varying levels of experience to suit the beginner or seasoned artist. Teaching facility with 10 member teachers.
117 Bolt Hill Road
Eliot, ME 03903
28814
TEL: (207) 438-9826
Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center
The mission of the Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center is to support and encourage art through education, exhibition and cultural activities. In addition, the Board of Directors want to maintain and affirm the unique art experience of the mountain communities through hands-on learning, artwork displays, and cultural events that enrich the lives of residents of the community who live far from the city center.
9341 Mill Street,
Ben Lomond, CA
95005
TEL: (831) 336-3513
Society of American Silversmiths (SAS)
Society of American Silversmiths (SAS) was founded in 1989 to preserve the art and history of contemporary handcrafted hollowware, flatware and sculpture. SAS also provides its juried artisan members with support, networking and greater access to the market, partly through its annual traveling exhibitions. The public is welcome to consult SAS with all silver-related questions, including those regarding Silversmithing techniques, history and restoration. A referral service commissions work from artisan members for collectors, corporations and museums.
PO Box 72839
Providence, RI
02907
Ph: 401-461-6840
Fax: 401-461-6841
Society of North American Goldsmiths (SNAG)
It is the primary goal of SNAG to promote a favorable and enriching environment in which contemporary metal smiths practice their art. One aspect of this process is educating the public about the quality and rich diversity within the field of metalsmithing. Exhibitions, public forums, lectures, and published documents are our primary methods of reaching out to the public. It is fundamental that whatever SNAG institutes, it encourages an understanding of metalsmithing consistent with the highest standards.
SNAG Business Office
1300 Iroquas Ave. , Suite 160
Naperville, IL 60563
Ph:(630) 778-METL [6385]
Fax: (630) 416-3333
Society of Illustrators (SI)
The Society, founded in 1901, has had a long and distinguished history. It will have an equally bright future as long as it seeks out and accepts intelligent and talented people for its membership. If you feel you want to be part of our work, and that you qualify, please let us hear from you. The mission of the Society is to promote the art and appreciation of illustration, as well as its history and evolving nature, and to encourage high ideals through exhibitions, lectures, education, and by fostering a sense of community and open discussion.
Southern Arts Federation (SAF)
The Southern Arts Federation (SAF) is a not-for-profit regional arts organization that has been making a positive difference in the arts throughout the South since 1975. SAF creates partnerships and collaborations; assists in the professional development of artists, arts organizations and arts professionals; presents, promotes and produces Southern arts and cultural programming; and advocates for the arts and art education. The organization works in partnership with the state arts agencies of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. SAF is funded by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), foundations, corporations, individuals and member states.
Surface Design Association (SDA)
The Surface Design Association promotes surface design through education; encouragement of individual artists in all areas of textile and fiber; communication of technical information and information concerning professional opportunities and the exchange of ideas through conferences and publications.
PO Box 360
Sebastopol, CA
95473-0360
TEL: 707-829-3110
FAX: 707-829-3285
The Art List
"The Art List is the leading e-newsletter for visual artists and photographers that announces upcoming Art Contests, Art Competitions and Juried Art Shows in the U.S. and Internationally.
The Art List was started by Ken Schweizer, an oil painter from Hartford, CT, who had become so frustrated with wasting time scouring the Internet for art competitions that he decided to do something about it. His mission was to create a database of all the contests he could find. Ken turned his findings into a website called THE ART LIST, an extensive digest of contest listings from all over the United States and abroad. Each month, THE ART LIST emails out a newsletter with directions on how to access the current contests database. ..."
Third World Newsreel
"Founded in 1967, Third World Newsreel is one of the oldest alternative media arts organizations in the United States. We are committed to the creation and appreciation of independent and social issue media by and about people of color, and the peoples of developing countries around the world.
Third World Newsreel (TWN) is an alternative media arts organization that fosters the creation, appreciation and dissemination of independent film and video by and about people of color. It supports the innovative work of diverse forms and genres made by artists who are intimately connected to their subjects through common bonds of ethnic/cultural heritage, class position, gender, sexual orientation and political identification. TWN promotes the self-representation of traditionally marginalized groups as well as the negotiated representation of those groups by artists who work in solidarity with them. Ultimately, whether documentary, experimental, narrative, traditional or non-traditional, the importance of the media promoted by the organization is its ability to effect social change, to encourage people to think critically about their lives and the lives of others, and to propel people into action."
Tipi Tellers

"Tipi Tellers is a dedicated group of professional storytellers who utilize the power of story to:

  • develop strength of character
  • teach respect for all life
  • promote inter-cultural harmony

Employing the Native American philosophy of stewardship, they foster understanding of the interdependence that exists throughout all of nature and teach respect for themselves, each other and all living things.

Teaching through story is the most effective means of imparting values in non-threatening and entertaining format. The power of story is the time proven teaching method of history’s greatest leaders and educators. Stories introduce listeners to new perspectives on life and values by which to live. Becoming aware of our responsibility toward one another builds a sense of community and a newfound respect for life.

Trenholm Artists Guild (TAG)
The Trenholm Artists Guild is a non-profit organization with a membership of about 150 and is located in Columbia, South Carolina. TAG was created to encourage and stimulate the practice and appreciation of the arts. TAG works cooperatively with other groups to help build audiences and participation in the arts. TAG sponsors art exhibition awards at the SC State Fair in both the adult and school divisions.
Trenholm Artists Guild includes both amateur and professional artists who work in various media, such as watercolor, oil, acrylic, pastel, drawing, sculpture and photography. TAG has members who work full-time in the field of art, such as art teachers, graphic artists and painters. There are many members who paint for the enjoyment it brings, and still others who belong because they simply enjoy the programs. TAG's membership encompasses all age groups and includes all people with a common interest ~ ART!
P.O. Box 6793
Columbia, S.C. 29260-6793
contact: Margaret Latimer
Ph: (area code ?) 791-1217
U.S. State Agencies

This is a listing of U.S. Government run Arts agencies, by State.


Vallejo Artist's Guild (VAG)
Vallejo Artist's Guild is a collaborative Vallejo-based visual arts organization. It exists for the benefit of its members and the community at large, which include, artists, art groups, supporters, appreciators and explorers of the arts. We will build community locally through cooperation with literary, musical, performing and other artists, as well as with the general public. We work together to maintain a gallery, offer educational programs and social events.
930 Marin Street,
Vallejo, CA. 94590
Ph: 707-556-9710
Western States Arts Federation (WESTAF)

WESTAF, the Western States Arts Federation, is a nonprofit arts service organization dedicated to the creative advancement and preservation of the arts. WESTAF fulfills its mission to strengthen the financial, organizational and policy infrastructure of the arts in the West by providing innovative programs and services. WESTAF serves the largest geographical area and number of states of the six mainland regional arts organizations, including the state arts agencies, artists, and arts organizations of Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming.

WESTAF is supported by the National Endowment for the Arts; the state arts agencies of Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming; private and corporate foundations; and individuals.

1743 Wazee Street, Suite 300
Denver, CO 80202
Ph: 303.629.1166
Windward Artists Guild (WAG)
The Hawai'i Windward Artists Guild, founded in 1960, is a nonprofit organization comprised of artists dedicated to encourage and guide the development of visual arts. The Guild invites artists with experience in contemporary, traditional and/or multimedia fine art and an interest in expanding their horizons. Please join us in exploring visual arts. Contemporary, Traditional, Sculpture and Fine Art Medium.
P.O. Box 851
Kailua, HI 96734
Ph: (808) 235-5545
Woodbury Artists Connection (WAC)
Woodbury Artists Connection (WAC) is an umbrella organization for Woodbury Artists Guild (WAG) and other Fine Art organizations in Woodbury, MN
The mission of the Woodbury Artists Guild is to provide educational, display and career-enhancement opportunities for visual artists living in Woodbury, MN, and the nearby communities; to promote public appreciation of the visual arts in Woodbury and the nearby communities; and to enhance the quality of life of Woodbury area residents through the use of the visual arts, and to coordinate these visual arts activities with other arts-related organizations and events in the Woodbury area through participation in the Woodbury Arts Connection.
8301 Valley Creek Rd
Woodbury, MN. 55125
Ph: 651-714-4054
Women's Caucus for Art (WCA)
The mission of the Women's Caucus for Art is to expand opportunities and recognition for women in the arts. The Women's Caucus for Art, founded in 1972 in connection with the College Art Association (CAA), is a national member organization unique in its multi-disciplinary, multicultural membership of artists, art historians, students /educators, and museum professionals. The Women'’s Caucus for Art, a charitable, educational and literary organization, shall represent and work to advance the concerns of women artists, art historians, museum professionals and other visual arts professionals, without discrimination on the basis of religion, national origin or ethnic background, class, gender or sexual orientation.
P. O. Box 1498
Canal Street Station, New York, NY 10013
info@nationalwca.org
Tel. 212-634-0007
Working Classroom
"An award-winning arts and education program promoting the creative, academic, and leadership potential of talented young artists from "historically ignored communities."
Working Classroom is a multi-ethnic organization of professional and novice adult and student artists, actors and writers. We offer programs that nurture the creative, academic and leadership potential of talented young artists and actors from historically ignored communities and create art for and about our diverse communities. As citizens of a larger global community, we encourage our members to use their talents to build a better world -- collaborating to promote peace, tolerance and human rights at home and abroad.
212 Gold SW
Albuquerque, NM. 55125
Ph: (505) 242-9267
Writers Guild of America, west (WGAw)
Writers Guild of America, west (WGAw)
Mission: To promote and protect the professional and artistic interests of all creators and adaptors of literary material ("writers") in the fields of radio, free television, pay television, basic cable television, informational programming, video discs/video cassettes, and theatrical motion pictures and other related industries, as such fields or industries are presently constituted or as they may be reconstituted as a result of any developments or discoveries and fields involving any means of production, exhibition or distribution as yet unknown.
Pension & Health: (818) 846-1015 (800) 227-7863
7000 West Third St., CA. 90048
Ph: (323) 951-4000

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