President's Message
Dear Guild Members,
Your board has had a busy month. We have been working on the new strategic plan and rebranding, and it is going well. It's wonderful to work with such amazing creative board members, who are doing volunteer work above and beyond what is required to keep things running smoothly. I'm sure you noticed we have a new logo.
I wanted to let you all know that at present the Guild of Charlotte Artists is 376 members strong and growing. That is an incredible leap from just a couple of years ago.
We will be reaching out to you to ask for volunteer assistance. As there is power in numbers, we have been getting inquiries from other organizations to collaborate. We are reviewing these requests and, in some cases, seeking out representatives of other arts organizations to collaborate. For example, I had a meeting with the President of the Charlotte Symphony Guild. We are trying to bring music into the fold and collaborating with the Charlotte Symphony Guild will help us do just that. Reciprocally, we will be adding art to some of their events. Stay tuned to witness the many opportunities the board is working on in the coming months.
As you know, there are many opportunities for you to get more involved. We welcome your assistance and expertise. We need someone who can write for grant submissions. We need someone who can help with increasing our outreach into the corporate community in Charlotte to make connections that will lead to donations. We need someone to spearhead the hospitality committee so we can continue to have refreshments at our openings; and there is so much more.
Please read through this newsletter for important updates on exhibitions, gatherings, programs and future possibilities.
I wish you all a pleasant spring, which looks like it might just come a little earlier this year.
All the best and thank you,
Mikel
Mikel Frank
President, Guild of Charlotte Artists
mikelfrnk@gmail.com
Generations of Exceptional
Creativity
Welcome to the Guild of Charlotte Artists! Our non-profit organization has been around since 1948, offering camaraderie, education, and opportunities for our members. We are artists in the Charlotte area who enjoy networking with other artists, learning new techniques, and showing our work in competitive venues. We feel that art joins us together, without regard for differences in race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender.
We offer monthly meetings with guest speakers, an informative newsletter, shows, and exhibitions.
Our current members work in watercolor, oils, pastels, acrylic, sculpture, photography, digital, and mixed media.
If you are creative, you are welcome!
Member Shows
Throughout the year, the Guild sponsors judged art shows for its members in the Charlotte area. These shows allow artists to display their latest creations and compete for ribbons and awards. They also provide a venue for the public to view, appreciate, and purchase art from the talented local visual artist community. At least two shows are held each year, one in the Spring and one in the Fall.
Programs
Our monthly events, programs, and workshops offer a mix of educational and inspirational topics, demos, as well as marketing and business information.
Support the Guild of Charlotte Artists!
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering and promoting the visual arts in our community. Your generous donation helps us provide valuable resources and opportunities to Charlotte's artistic community. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference!
