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.