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Who can Join the WFGA?

The WFGA takes applications to join a vibrant community of 2D and 3D artists whose work is considered "fine art." Fine art encompasses both 2D and 3D art with the standard categories of art and the subsidiary arts. These include, but are not limited to: painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, pottery, glass, printmaking, woodworking, metalworking, and a subset of fabric art. 

Every new applicant that joins the guild is juried to ensure that the guild is an appropriate organization to benefit the artist, provide opportunities, and help them grow. In the jurying process, we look for artists that create original artwork. We do not accept any applicant that creates art from a kit. Do not hesitate to pursue joining the guild if you are relatively new to the arts. All art is a journey and we want to provide the opportunity for artists to grow in confidence, skills, and knowledge of the art world we all love.

If we determine that the guild is not an appropriate organization for your talent and skills, you will be contacted via email with an explanation. Your joining fee will be reimbursed promptly.

Need help?

If you have any questions on whether you are eligible to join the Wake Forest Guild of Artists, please send an email to wakeforestguild@gmail.com and we will be glad to review your artwork before you join and pay your fee.

Benefits of Membership

• Many opportunites to exhibit and sell.

• Solo and Group exhibits

• WFGA Artisan Market

• Wake Forest Holiday Artisans' Market 

• Wake Forest Public Arts opportunities without a residence requirement

• Showcase opportunities with multiple business partners.

• Opportunities with other volunteer organizations in Wake Forest.

• Demos by talented artists

• Informational presentations

• Community of like-minded creatives

Annual Membership Fee

Our annual fee is $45. 

Special Student Rates: If you are an artist in high school or college up to age 19, you qualify to become a member of the Wake Forest Guild of Artists at the teen level of $15. This is a great opportunity to start building relationships with an artist community and learn from their experiences.

How to Join

Joining is a 2-step process. Both steps need to be completed to ensure membership.

Step 1:  Click HERE to complete and submit the form and then come back to this page to make your payment. 

Step 2:  Click on the appropriate PayPal button below.

Please note: You will be asked to pay via PayPal, Credit or Debit Card. You do not need to have a PayPal account to pay. You may check out as a Guest.

Once you have completed and submitted the form, click the appropriate Payment button below.