ALTRINCHAM SOCIETY OF ARTISTS email:officealtyartists@gmail.com
ALTRINCHAM SOCIETY OF ARTISTS email:officealtyartists@gmail.com
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The Altrincham Society of Artists is a community of over 170 talented artists based in Altrincham and the surrounding areas. Our membership is open to anyone passionate about visual arts, whether you're in the early stages of your artistic journey or are an experienced artist. We provide a space filled with encouragement, inspiration, and opportunities for growth.
At ASA, you'll thrive in a friendly, supportive environment, where you can create, learn, and connect with like-minded individuals. Join us and take your artistic practice to the next level.
As a member, you'll enjoy exclusive benefits, including:
Access to a fully equipped Members' Studio with daylight lighting, easels, tables, a printing press, Wi-Fi, and an extensive library.(#)
A dynamic educational program, featuring workshops, demonstrations, displays, and presentations designed to inspire and nurture your creativity
In-studio life drawing, still life and portrait sessions to hone your skills and explore new techniques.
Organized outdoor painting and sketching excursions at local points of interest to expand your artistic horizons.
An Online Members' Gallery on our website, offering a platform to showcase your work
The highly publicized Summer Art Show, a week-long event attracting hundreds of art enthusiasts and potential buyers.
The Annual Easter Art Fair, a great opportunity to exhibit and connect with fellow artists and art lovers.
A newsletter, keeping you updated on all the latest events, news, and opportunities.
Our studio groups meet throughout the week, offering members the opportunity to connect with others while gaining inspiration. Some sessions focus on specific skills, such as drawing, watercolour, and acrylic painting, while others provide the freedom to explore personal subjects and media. These informal groups are volunteer-run and completely free of charge.
A Life Drawing group (with professional models so we charge small fee) meets monthly on Wednesday evenings.
We also host occasional themed, member-led sessions and social events. When the studio isn’t in use for these activities, members are welcome to utilize the space for their own projects.
Each month, we offer workshops and demonstrations led by professional artists or experienced members, with a small fee to cover the artist’s expenses. Additionally, we host occasional online workshops through our private Facebook group, covering a wide range of media and artistic techniques
Throughout the year, we organize a variety of social events, including:
· Autumn Fish and Chip Supper
· Coffee Mornings and events for new members
The highlight of our annual calendar is our
Summer Show, held at Altrincham Grammar School for Girls. This prestigious
event attracts hundreds of art lovers and collectors, showcasing around 200
paintings, three-dimensional art, unframed originals, prints, and greeting cards. Our
guest professional Selector awards prizes and commendations in various
categories.
In addition, we host a popular Easter Art Fair at the
studio, offering another opportunity for members to display their work.
Throughout the year, we also organize smaller, pop-up exhibitions at various venues.
To join our vibrant community submit the online application form together with three examples of your artwork. Please be aware that we are not a teaching organisation. If you are a beginner we would recommend that you take lessons and develop a basic competence in some medium before applying: you will get more out of your membership that way.
The annual membership fee is £66. Associate membership is currently £15 pa also payable by 31st March each year. Associate members are not eligible to use the studio or to exhibit artwork or to vote. They receive news of the society and are welcome to attend social events.
If you would like go on our mailing list and receive occasional news of
our forthcoming events please send an email to officealtyartists@gmail.com
with the word "SUBSCRIBE" in the title. If you wish to, you can give your
name in the body of the email. You can withdraw at any time by sending
"UNSUBSCRIBE" to the same address and your details will be removed
from our records.