TAC Membership.“Every artist was first an amateur.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Applying for MembershipHow do I become a TAC member?
Artists must go through a jury process to become an Art Center artist. All artist working in fine arts and fine crafts are eligible. Fine crafts include such works as ceramics, textiles, jewelry, sculpture, glass, and more. How does the gallery work? Every Art Center member artist is involved in the day to day operation of our gallery from curating, to sales, to maintenance. Active participation by all members is essential to the success of all our gallery spaces. Members are responsible for working in the gallery according to their member contracts. Members handle inquiries, sales transactions, and general daily tasks. Apply for membership Download New Member Contract below (Working in the gallery is not mandatory but is greatly appreciated and helps you market yourself.) 
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The JuryJury rules
Application will be accepted and given to the lead for the jury committee. The lead will contact prospective members. The Jury will take place. Each applicant must send a website address or a minimum of 5 images in jpeg format to the lead of the jury committee prior to meeting of the jury. The applicant must also bring 3-5 additional pieces to the gallery no later than 2 pm on the day of the jury. The applicant will be notified by email or letter of the decision of the Jury Committee. If accepted the applicant must complete a contract, remit payment to the treasurer and sign up for work hours prior to displaying their artwork. When is the jury scheduled? The jury is scheduled monthly, upon receipt of non-refundable $25 application for membership. If accepted this fee is applied towards your membership. Work should be dropped off at the Main Gallery no later than 2 pm. How do I get my results? You will be notified by email no later than Monday following the Jury process. Who are the jurors? There is a panel of 3 jurors selected from the jury committee. | ||
Membership
All contracts are for a minimum of 3 months and require a 1 month written resignation notice. Upon jury selection, the applicant becomes a general member.
General membership is Sixty Dollars Monthly ($60 due monthly) with a 20% commission to the gallery. This membership allows each member to display 2-5 works on a designated wall or designated space for sculptures. Members also receive an artist page featuring 2 images of their work, artist statement, and contract information (with active links to their website).
This membership requires the member to be actively involved in at least 1 committee and participate on a regular basis at special functions, featured artist shows, and community projects. Working regular hours in the gallery is not mandatory but is greatly appreciated and helps you market yourself. Special event hours may be required.
Member meetings are held on the fourth Monday evening each quarter from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM unless otherwise noted. They take place in the Main Gallery Jacksonville.
General membership is Sixty Dollars Monthly ($60 due monthly) with a 20% commission to the gallery. This membership allows each member to display 2-5 works on a designated wall or designated space for sculptures. Members also receive an artist page featuring 2 images of their work, artist statement, and contract information (with active links to their website).
This membership requires the member to be actively involved in at least 1 committee and participate on a regular basis at special functions, featured artist shows, and community projects. Working regular hours in the gallery is not mandatory but is greatly appreciated and helps you market yourself. Special event hours may be required.
Member meetings are held on the fourth Monday evening each quarter from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM unless otherwise noted. They take place in the Main Gallery Jacksonville.
