Membership
Members at the 2018 MCAG planning retreat.
MCAG welcomes both artists and art lovers (also known as "patrons") as well as business sponsors to join the Guild. Membership includes:
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Access to monthly meetings, which often include demonstrations and artist talks
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Opportunities to participate and volunteer in group exhibitions and events, such as field trips, studio happy hours, and more
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Options to participate and support the group's active community outreach programming, which includes Adopt-a-Highway clean-up along Muddy Creek Road, community-art projects, DoArt workshops, and art education scholarship fundraising for our local schools
Artistic members should have an interest in sharing their art and their talent in the community and Patron members and Sponsors should have an interest in promoting, supporting and participating in these efforts in some way.
Though required for Artistic members, Patron and Business Sponsors are also invited to participate in the Guild's volunteer Standing Committees. View the descriptions of these committees.
Artistic Membership
The basic requirements for artistic memberships are:
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You must be a resident of, or work in, Southern Anne Arundel County, Md, which is defined as being south of the South River
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Your art must be your own, original creation, and
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You must maintain your membership by paying annual dues. The dues are currently $40/year and due annually by February 28.
New member review process:
All potential new members are asked to participate in a peer review of their artwork prior to acceptance to the Guild. The process works as follows:
Download the new member form, fill it out, and email it to the Membership Chair, Roxanne Weidele. Your email should also include:
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A few sentences about your art practice or an artist statement (e.g., what are typical subject, type of media, etc.)
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Why you'd like to join the group (e.g., what do you hope to gain?)
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3-5 sample images of your work (jpeg or PDF format).
After receipt, an invitation to an in-person, new member review session will be extended or declined. If invited, you will be asked to bring several representative pieces to present, as well as your check for the $40 annual membership fee. If declined, we will provide a reason why and you are welcome to seek reconsideration at the next review session.
Ready to join? Download the form and email it to Membership Chair, Roxanne Weidele to get started!
Our next member review session is scheduled for:
Scheduled as needed
Note: New member reviews can be scheduled in-person or virtually via Zoom as needed, depending on comfort level and current health and safety recommendations.
Are you a current member looking to renew your membership? Visit the members-only page or use the digital form here >>
Patron Membership
Even if you are not an artist, your support and involvement in the Guild is most welcome—we love our patrons! Patrons receive a special welcome gift, as well as special "sneak peek" access to shows. They also serve on our board and committees, volunteer at shows, and can participate in all of our events and meetings. The only thing a Patron cannot do is show artwork—for that, you must go through the artist member process noted above. Interested in becoming a patron? Simply complete the membership form and return it with your fee of $100 (or more) to join us.
Business Sponsorship
We're proud to partner with local businesses! Get involved by supporting and participating in our creative activities that include hands-on educational programs, studio tours, art exhibits and youth scholarship programs. Sponsors receive special perks, such as a welcome gift, "sneak peek" access to shows, and publicity for their support on our website and in show programs. Sponsors can serve also on our board and committees. Your membership at the Sponsorship level and engaged participation help support the cultural and visual arts in our region.
If you have any questions about the Guild or membership, please contact us!