Benefits of Being a Juried ACG Member

  • Opportunities to exhibit and sell work at the annual Guild show
    Members have the opportunity to showcase and sell their work at the Guild’s annual show, a well-established event that attracts a loyal audience of craft buyers. This provides valuable exposure, direct sales opportunities, and a chance to build lasting relationships with collectors and new customers.

  • Connection and camaraderie with a community of skilled artisans
    Being part of the Guild connects you with a diverse group of talented artisans who share a passion for fine craft. Members benefit from a supportive network that encourages collaboration, idea-sharing, and lasting professional and personal relationships within a creative community.

  • Increased visibility through Guild marketing and promotions
    The Guild actively promotes its members and events through various marketing channels, helping to expand your reach beyond your individual efforts. This increased visibility can lead to new audiences discovering your work, strengthening your brand, and enhancing your overall professional presence.

  • Access to shared knowledge, resources, and skill development
    Members gain access to a wealth of collective experience, including opportunities to learn new techniques, improve business practices, and exchange insights. This environment of shared learning supports both artistic growth and professional development at all stages of a member’s career.

  • Ability to support and contribute to the preservation of fine craft in Alabama
    By joining the Guild, members play an active role in preserving and promoting fine and traditional craft in Alabama. Participation helps sustain the cultural heritage of handmade work while also inspiring future generations to value and continue these artistic traditions.

General Membership

Annual Membership Dues are $45. Membership is open to anyone in Alabama. To become a general member of ACG, download the New Member Application form HERE. This is an interactive form and can be filled out in Adobe. Once that is done, save it to your computer and then email it to info@alabamadesignercraftsmen.com. Pay via PayPal link below or mailed check. General membership does not qualify an artist to participate in our annual show. In order to become an Exhibiting Artisan you must complete the steps below.

Standards Application

Once you are a member of ACG (you must be a current member), you may apply to Standards and become an Exhibiting Member which allows a member to participate in the Annual Fall Show. Please DOWNLOAD APPLICATION HERE. If you have questions about exhibiting member status and whether your work qualifies within the fine craft categories, please contact us or click on the STANDARDS button in the top menu. Our categories include Clay, Fiber, Glass, Leather, Metal, Stone, Paper, Wood, and Other. Two-dimensional work such as photography, painting, and drawing are not accepted. For questions about the Standards process, please click here.

Annual Membership Dues $45

New Members pay $22.50 after September 1 for remainder of the year.

 
 
 

If you aren’t able to pay through PayPal, you can send a check to:

Cathy Jo Wheeler, Treasurer - 4001 Fairchase Lane, Birmingham, AL 35244

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