Our members enjoy a wide variety of art forms and styles, offering support and encouragement of each other’s creativity. We provide local artists with opportunities to promote their work, to be inspired and to gain new skills.
Membership Application Form
This form is also available at the gallery or by email request to antiochfineartsfoundation@gmail.com.
We offer two types of membership.
Exhibiting Members (annual) – are those who wish to exhibit their artwork, literature or fine art productions at the AFAF gallery. Active Exhibiting Members are eligible to:
- Participate in AFAF member exhibits, readings and seasonal events.
- Pay a reduced entry fee to exhibit in monthly invitational shows.
- Have the opportunity to be Featured Artist of the Month. This includes a gallery reception, publication in “Art Lines” newsletter and promotion on social media and the AFAF website.
- Show their artwork through partnership with local community institutions via the “Art on the Wall” program.
- Receive all Patron Membership benefits.
Patron Members (annual) – support the arts and may wish to be involved in activities and educational opportunities offered by the Foundation. Active Patron Members are eligible to:
- Receive the monthly “Art Lines” e-newsletter.
- Use reference materials from the AFAF library and resource center.
- Participate in monthly member meetings with free demonstrations and creative exchanges.
- Take part in local Antioch events in which the Foundation is involved.
- Contribute ideas and initiatives for achieving our goals of art appreciation, educational programs and community outreach.
Recently Sold Artwork
The Antioch Art and Education Center
Our Gallery is located on busy downtown Main Street in Antioch, Illinois. The venue features flexible show space for displaying all manner of artwork, from paintings and sculpture to glassware and jewelry. Prints and unframed original art items are found in convenient “browse bins.”