Join our growing, passionate, and caring art community. Become a member today, invest in the arts for life.
When you become a member of the BMFA, you are choosing to support the enrichment and development of the arts in our community. Being a member is both fulfilling and rewarding. You will join a supportive community of over 200 artists and art lovers and gain access to tools, resources, and promotion platforms that shine a spotlight on emerging and established artists in South Georgian Bay.
Our membership categories and benefits aim to cater to a diverse range of members, from students and families to passionate art lovers and practicing artists, ensuring that each membership offers valuable and unique incentives.
Membership pricing:
Individuals: $65
Family: $90
BMFA Membership Benefits include:
Voting Rights: Participation in the Foundation’s annual meeting with voting privileges.
Newsletter Subscriptions: Receive our Monthly digital newsletter News & Views from the Hub that will include BMFA news, upcoming events, and member spotlights and/or our Bi-Monthly digital newsletter with calls for art, grant applications and other Art Programs in our region.
Special Offers: Early access to tickets and special offers on community and BMFA events.
Program / Group Participation: Participate in our workshops, classes, Plein Air Paint Group , Textile Art Group, Markets, Juried and non Juried exhibits held by the BMFA
Program Discounts: Access discounted rates for all workshops, classes, and events, including the Juried Art Show and Juried Photo Show.
Volunteer Opportunities: Opportunities to volunteer and contribute to the Foundation’s activities and events.
Member Profile: Create a member profile on the BMFA member directory.
Art Shop: Ability to sell work year-round in the BMFA art shop at a 65% artist commission.
Recognition: Acknowledgement in the Foundation’s annual report as a supporter or award winner. Opportunity to be featured on the BMFA’s website, newsletters and social media channels.
Discounts:
Reciprocal admission to galleries and museums across Ontario through our Ontario of Art Galleries membership. Visithttp://oaag.org/membership/reciprocal.html for complete details.
10% discount Jason Alexander Art Gallery Collingwood
10% discount Gwartzman’s Art Supplies
10% discount at Deserres via the Creative Club Program.
80% discount off your first month of a subscription to Mastrius, an art mentorship program.
When you become a member, please identify yourself as an Artist or Art Lover so we can personalize our communication to you.
Select:
Artist: If you are a practicing artist looking to engage more deeply with the art community. Best for emerging artists professional artists and craftspeople.
Art Lover: If you are an art enthusiast, collectors, hobbyists, art supporter or community member
Our Membership features discounts at the following businesses:
