We would love to have you as a member!
Members support our mission while also enjoying many benefits such as networking with artists and arts supporters, discounts on select classes and workshops, and exhibition and sales opportunities (for artists participating in the Art Shows and in our Brick City Gallery).
Our members range in experience from art collectors and supporters to art hobbyists and established working artists in a variety of media from oils, acrylics and watercolor to mixed media, clay art and sculpture. Our organization welcomes artists, art teachers and art aficionados. If you’re a newcomer to the area, just beginning your artistic journey or interested in supporting the arts in our community, you may find the Sanford Brush & Palette Club (SBPC) an excellent way to make new friends, find support or just share creative ideas.
This membership is for artists 18 or older who meet at least one of the following criteria at the time of admission:
- Maintains a physical address in Lee, Harnett, Chatham or Moore Counties; or
- Performs work or attends a post-secondary school or college in any of the above-named counties
Active members are required to attend a minimum of four (4) SBPC Member meetings per year and serve the SBPC as a volunteer. Active members shall have the privilege of exhibiting works of art under the sponsorship of the SBPC and Brick City Gallery, participating in all SBPC activities conducted in accordance with the bylaws, and enjoying all the rights and privileges of membership.
Additional Membership Benefits
Membership Meetings
Club Meetings are generally held six times per year with special Member gatherings interspersed at the Mann Center of NC. Our meetings provide information about club events and business / operational updates from the Board of Directors and Committees. We often invite special guests to present relevant information, and meetings often start with a 30-minute social opportunity to meet new club members.
Exhibition and Sale Opportunities
Artist Members exhibit their work at local venues including Brick City Gallery, the Temple Theatre and the Enrichment Center. The Annual Art Show in October is a signature event that provides artists an opportunity to sell their art and showcase their talent and creativity The Show also allows Members to fulfill volunteer obligations and meet and talk with visitors.
Classes and Workshops
Enjoy regularly scheduled art classes and workshops for members and non-members at all experience levels. Members enjoy discounts to selected workshops, and invitations to members-only classes (as available). Members may also benefit from workshop fee support provided by the John Wicker Workshop Fund.
Community Outreach
Through our Art Angels Grants program, we support local art teachers and projects for students, and our Art Student Scholarship program provides financial assistance for high school seniors who are planning to major in visual arts or an art related college degree.
FAQ
How much are the Membership dues
Effective March 20, 2025, member dues are $50 per calendar year. Dues are not prorated nor refunded.
Can I join at any time?
Yes. However, dues are not prorated. Please refer to membership guidelines for additional details.
When can I participate in The Annual Art Show?
The SBPC Annual Art Show is open to all active members who are engaged in the the activities of the club. An active membership means regular attendance at SBPC meetings and volunteering. New Members must join by September 1, to be eligible.
Where and when are the Membership meetings?
All meetings are currently at the Mann Center of NC, 507 N. Steele Street Room 211, Sanford, NC 27330. Refer to the Club Meetings page for dates and times. Prospective members are welcome to attend.
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