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We Have Big Plans...
Fripp Island is brimming with creativity—and we’re here to bring it to life! As a brand-new guild, we’re dreaming big: member exhibitions, pop-up art markets, plein air events, workshops, classes, and community collaborations that celebrate the artists and the natural beauty of Fripp Island. Our goal is to foster a vibrant art community that showcases lowcountry art and supports local lowcountry artists.
But we can’t do it alone.
If you love to make art—or simply want to support the arts—we need you. Join us as a member, share your talent, or become part of our creative community dedicated to the rich artistic culture of Fripp Island.
And if you're a local business? Partner with us as a sponsor. Your support will help grow the arts on Fripp Island while connecting your brand with an engaged and passionate audience.
Together, we’ll make the Fripp Island Art Guild a vibrant, lasting part of island life.
Let’s create something amazing—together.
Barclay Sharon - Sea Shells
Benefits of Membership
Welcome to Fripp Island Art Guild Membership
The Fripp Island Art Guild is a newly established creative organization committed to fostering the arts on Fripp Island. We have big plans—juried exhibitions, artist markets, workshops, and pop-up shows—all designed to showcase our local talent and enrich the community. To support our bold beginnings, we invite you to join the Evergreen Club—a special membership tier designed to help fund essential startup costs and reward our most committed members. Why Join the Evergreen Club? As a new Guild, we face critical upfront costs, including:
- Filing of the company for 501(c)(3) non-profit status for artists to enjoy tax deductions to the full extent permitted by law
- Developing a professional website for communication and exposure for all members and to support those who sell their work
- Purchasing portable walls, gallery lighting, signage, and display materials for shows and exhibitions for use in all shows
- Obtaining General Liability Insurance for all Guild meetings and events
- Launching and promoting multiple shows and artist events throughout each year
Pam Thompson - Oil Painting
CORE MEMBERSHIP
CORE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Duration - 1 Calendar Year / $45.00
- Professionally led workshops and lectures on a variety of art topics, trends & techniques
- Monthly member meetings and casual event gatherings
- Showcasing your art on this website and the Guild's Facebook page and Instagram
- Creating new friendships with fellow artists through Guild networking events strengthening our community
- Guild member-only invitations to art exhibits and shows
- The opportunity to show your art at mixed and member-only shows
- Frequent communications from the Guild president and marketing
- Plein air painting opportunities on Fripp and beyond
- 12% participation fee on any art sold at or as a result of a Guild event
- 8% discount on all classes and workshops
- Artist Studio Tours!
- Members who join The Guild now will enjoy guild membership for the remainder of 2025 at no additional cost
Evergreen Membership Levels
2025/2027 Evergreen Membership
2025/2027 Evergreen Membership
2025/2027 Evergreen Membership
Duration - 2 Calendar Years / $250.00
- Includes Guild dues for 2025 & 2027
- Recognition on Guild website and printed programs
- VIP previews of all Guild shows and events
- Priority registration for workshops and classes
- Evergreen enamel pin
- Only 9% participation fee on any art sold at or as a result of a Guild event (vs. 12% for standard members)
- 8% discount on all classes and workshops
- Renewable
2025/2028 Evergreen Membership
2025/2027 Evergreen Membership
2025/2027 Evergreen Membership
Duration - 3 Calendar Years / $500.00
- Includes all 2025/2026 benefits PLUS:
- Complimentary entry into one annual group exhibition
- 4 VIP previews of all Guild shows and events
- Early booth reservation for Guild markets and shows
- Invitation to the annual Evergreen Club Reception
- Only 6% participation fee on Guild-related art sales
- Artist profile with photo, bio, and links to your website and socials on the Guild website with a personal URL-Frippislandartguild.org/YourName
- Renewable
2025/2031 Evergreen Membership
2025/2027 Evergreen Membership
2025/2031 Evergreen Membership
Duration - 6 Calendar Years / $1000.00
- Includes all 2025/2026 benefits PLUS:
- 2 Complimentary entry into one annual group exhibition
- 6 VIP previews of all Guild shows and events
- Early booth reservation for Guild markets and shows
- Invitation to the annual Evergreen Club Reception
- Only 6% participation fee on Guild-related art sales
- Artist profile with photo, bio, and links to your website and socials on the Guild website with a personal URL-Frippislandartguild.org/YourName
- Renewable
Evergreen Life Member
2025/2027 Evergreen Membership
2025/2031 Evergreen Membership
Duration - Lifetime / $2,500.00
- Includes all previous benefits PLUS:
- Lifetime membership—no future dues
- 10 VIP previews of all Guild shows and events
- Reserved seating at public events and lectures
- Permanent recognition as a Founding Evergreen Member
- Only 3% participation fee on Guild-related art sales—for life
Our Purpose and Vision
To inspire, connect, and support artists on Fripp Island...
To promote and encourage public interest in and enjoyment of art, particularly within the vibrant Fripp Island art community.
To foster opportunities for the pursuit of artistic interests and abilities in the community by sponsoring and directing exhibitions, workshops, and demonstrations that highlight lowcountry art and the talents of local lowcountry artists.
To elevate artistic standards in quality and workmanship by providing mutual benefits through association and support among artists, facilitating the exchange of ideas and new techniques, while inspiring a creative atmosphere where artists can learn and grow.
Susan Allen - Oil Painting