Why Become a Member
Join the Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts and become part of a vibrant, member-led arts community connecting artists, art lovers and the wider community across South Georgian Bay.
Your membership supports the BMFA’s exhibitions, educational programs, artist opportunities, community events and outreach while helping us build a strong and sustainable future for the arts in our community.
Everyone is welcome. Our members include practicing artists, art lovers, collectors, families, community members, local businesses and anyone who believes in the value of the arts.
Membership Options
Individual Membership — $65/year
Family Membership — $90/year
Membership Benefits
As a BMFA member, you can:
- Participate and vote at the BMFA Annual General Meeting
- Receive BMFA newsletters with exhibitions, events, artist opportunities, calls for art and regional arts news
- Receive early access and special offers for selected BMFA events
- Participate in BMFA groups, workshops, classes, markets and other programs
- Receive member rates for workshops, classes and selected events, including the Juried Art Show and Juried Photo Show
- Access calls for artists and other exhibition opportunities as they become available
- Connect with other artists, arts supporters and members of the local creative community
- Volunteer with BMFA programs, exhibitions, events and community initiatives
- Be considered for member and artist features through BMFA communications and the Artist Directory
- Access reciprocal admission and selected partner discounts available to BMFA members
For Artists
Whether you are emerging, established, professional or developing your practice, BMFA membership connects you with a wider arts community and opportunities to learn, exhibit, exchange ideas and develop your work.
Our artist opportunities vary throughout the year and may include open calls, juried exhibitions, markets, workshops, artist groups and professional development opportunities.
For Art Lovers & Supporters
You don’t need to be an artist to belong to the BMFA.
Membership is a way to experience more of the arts locally, meet artists and other art lovers, participate in events and programs, and directly support a charitable organization that has been fostering creativity and connection in our community for more than 50 years.
Enjoy Discounts
Reciprocal admission to galleries and museums across Ontario through our Ontario of Art Galleries membership. Visit: http//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
Join the BMFA
Become part of the community that helps make exhibitions, learning, artistic exchange and public engagement possible throughout South Georgian Bay.