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In League with Creativity
Written By: Zach Claxton - Highlands-Cashiers Art League | Issue: 2017/01 - Winter
The Art League of Highlands-Cashiers’ membership is comprised of individuals with one thing in common — an interest in art.
Some members are artists and others are not. In either case, membership in the Art League offers its members valuable benefits.
At its monthly meetings, April through September, the Art League sponsors presentations by established artists. This is an opportunity for members to meet and talk with the artists in addition to hearing the “how” and “why” they do what they do. These meetings, held in The Bascom atrium are preceded by a wine social.
Members receive timely information about the area art scene through the League’s website and newsletter. Member artists can showcase their art on the website and have a link to their own sites. The league also periodically issues calls to artists to submit their work for various events.
ALHC sponsors two fine art shows annually and member artists are entitled to participate in the shows, which offer an opportunity to network with other artists, meet the public, and perhaps sell some of their work. The Art League also participates in the Jackson County Art Council, and through its participation members are eligible to apply for grants to artists.
The Art League provides volunteers for a summer children’s art camp hosted by The Bascom, and all league members may participate in this educational program for area youth.
Many years ago, the Art League started a program known as “Studio Alive” where member artists of all skill levels have the opportunity to paint, using a live model as inspiration. The Bascom now partners with the Art League to hold a session of this program on Mondays at its facilities.
Perhaps the most important benefit of all is the opportunity for fellowship among Art League members. Lasting friendships are made with other like-minded folks. To become a member, contact Hollie Steil at [email protected] for an application, and be sure to visit artleaguehighlands-cashiers.com.
