ann arbor women artists
AAWA was founded as a volunteer
organization and study group, called Ann Arbor Women
Painters, in 1951 by Sarah Bull, Elsie Bailey and Doris
Porter Mclean.
In 2002
the name was changed to Ann Arbor Women Artists to
more accurately portray its members - artists working in a
variety of
media and producing vastly different types of art.
Today, AAWA is a non-profit
organization of approximately 230 women and men with connections
to Ann Arbor, Michigan, ranging from beginning to professional
artists.
The purpose of
the AAWA is to stimulate creative expression and sharing among
its members in order to continually raise the quality of the art
produced.
Still run as a volunteer organization, members exhibit their
work in several different
shows and exhibition spaces throughout the year. The organization also offers
workshops and monthly events, including presentations
by artists and others in the art field who speak on a wide
variety of topics.
Members may participate in juried and non-juried exhibitions,
workshops, and programs. Additional creative opportunities include plein air
sessions and life drawing studios.
Members are kept informed of current and upcoming events through
email, their website and a newsletter.
After more than 55 years of
producing great art, outstanding programs, and many good
friendships, the Ann Arbor Women Artists continues to be
a growing and thriving organization.
