Art organizations and associations provide the studio artist or art historian with new and helpful information about their profession, publications, newsletters, career opportunities, exhibitions, and a environment of support from knowledgeable members.
Architecture
American Institute of Architects
Art Education & Art History
National Art Education Association
College Art Association
Ceramics
American Ceramic Society
National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA)
Non-profit organization for teachers, students, working artists, and others interested in ceramic arts. Information about membership, annual conferences, publications, and links to other sites.
Graphic Art
AIGA American Institute of Graphic Arts
The AIGA is a nonprofit organization for students and professionals in graphic design.
Illustration
Society of Illustrators
Interior Design
American Society of Interior Designers
Metalsmithing
Guild of Metalsmithing
A non-profit organization educating its members and the community at large about metalworking in general.
Society of North American Goldsmiths
An international organization that advances contemporary metalwork and jewelry.
Enamelist Society
Represents all types of enameling.
Painting
National Watercolor Society
Printmaking
American Print Alliance
The American Print Alliance is a consortium of non-profit printmakers' councils in the United States and Canada.
Sculpture
International Sculpture Center
Textiles/Fibers
Handweavers Guild of America
American Craft Council
Surface Design Association
Textile Source
A comprehensive site that provides information on textile design and innovation.