Directory
This is an alphabetical listing of Rochester area art clubs.
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Batavia Society of Artists
Year Founded: 1950
Mission Statement/Purpose: BSA has been encouraging artistic endeavors through exhibitions, art demonstrations and lectures since 1950.
Membership Requirements: None
Media Accepted: ALL
Fiscal Year: February to December
Program Year: March to November, plus December Christmas Party
Cost: $30 adult, $50 couple, $10 student. Non members may attend demonstrations for a fee of $5
# of Members: 35
Location of Meetings/Times: 2nd Tuesday of the month - demos at Go-Art/Seymour Place, 201 E. Main St., Batavia, 14020 - 7pm-9pm - unless otherwise announced
Exhibit Opportunities, juried or non juried: non juried but Judged - May and December at the Richmond Memorial Library's Gallery Room, 19 Ross St., Batavia 14020 with an opening reception both months.
August & September, 2 month show at Go-Art/Seymour Place, 201 E. Main St., Batavia, 14020 with opening reception in August.
Contacts
Nicole Tamfer bsa.bataviasocietyofartists@gmail.com or 585-506-2472
President Treasurer Teresa Tamfer ttamfer@yahoo.com or 585-506-2465
Program Chair Teresa Tamfer ttamfer@yahoo.com or 585-506-2465
Membership Teresa Tamfer ttamfer@yahoo.com or 585-506-2465
Website
Social Media: Facebook.com/BataviaSocietyofArtists
The Chili Art Group (CAG)
Year Founded: A not-for-profit artist association founded in1961.
Mission Statement/Purpose. To give our members the opportunity to develop and expand their artistic abilities and interests and to promote community interest in the arts.
Membership Requirements: Open to anyone interested in the arts who is 18 years of age or older. All skill levels welcomed. Chili residency not required.
Media Accepted: Two dimensional, sculpture and photography.
Fiscal Year: June 1- May 31
Program Year: September through May
Cost: Annual dues are $35.00. (2021-2022)
# of Members: Approximately 35
Location of Meetings/Times: Usually the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30PM, Chili Community Center Senior Center, 3237 Chili Ave. Rochester, Ny 14624. Check social media page or call program chair. for changes and additions.
Exhibit Opportunities: A judged annual Spring Show and Sale in the Chili Community Center, and a rotating show in in the Town of Chili Library, and other oespportuniti.
Contacts:
President: Jean O’Brien wobrien3@rochester.rr.com 585-889-4216
Program Chair: Judy Wood eaglesnest.wood@gmail.com 585-721-3258
Membership: Debbie Letson deborahletson6@gmail.com 585-748-7586
Social Media: facebook.com/chiliartgroup
instagram.com/chili_art_group
Genesee Valley Council on the Arts (GVCA)
Year Founded 1968
Mission Statement/Purpose: The purpose of the group is to:
Media Accepted: All
Program Year: A year from date of sign up; gallery schedule is planned in January.
Cost: $10 Student/Senior, $20 Individual, $30 Family
# of Members: 200+
Location of Meetings/Times: No formal meetings. 4 Murray Hill Drive, Mount Morris NY 14510
Exhibit Opportunities: non-juried and juried, varies throughout year
Contacts: Executive Director: Deborah Bump director@gvartscouncil.org
Gallery Coordinator: John Connors gallery@gvartscouncil.org
Grants: Katelyn Costello grants@gvartscouncil.org
Website: www.gvartscouncil.org
Social Media: www.facebook.com/gvcarts www.instagram.com/gvcarts
Pastel Society of Western New York
Year Founded 2015
Mission Statement/Purpose To build and strengthen a connection among pastel artists. To benefit the artistic development through instructional activities and exhibition opportunities. To encourage and foster creative pastel painting. To promote public awareness of pastel painting as a fine art medium. “
Membership Requirements All Skill levels, 18 years or older, must work in pastel
Media Accepted Pastel
Fiscal Year March - February
Program Year March-February
Cost $35/yr
# of members 48
Location of Meetings/Times Bimonthly alternating between Monday evenings 6:30 pm and Saturdays 10am in the Rochester Art Club Studio #437-439 at the Hungerford, 1115 E. Main St. Rochester 14609
(During Covid our in person meetings have been curtailed and regular zoom programs are being offered)
Exhibit Opportunities Annual juried exhibition, other juried exhibition opportunities
Contacts
President Robin McCondichie rbmapril@gmail.com
V. President Jay Costanza Jay Costanza <jaycoart62@gmail.com>
Website manager, Exhibition Chair Denise Rizzo drizzo28@gmail.com
Secretary Suzi Zefting-Kuhn suzizeftingkuhn@gmail.com
Treasurer Sue Hegan Henry sueheganhenry@yahoo.com
Membership Chair Kath DeWitt Hess kdewitthess@gmail.com
Board Member Kirt Lapham kirtlapham@gmail.com
Website www.pastelsocietyofwesternnewyork.com
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PastelSocietyofWesternNewYork/
Penfield Art Association
Year Founded 1964
Mission Statement/Purpose To encourage and promote an appreciation of art in the community.
Membership Requirements All skill levels, 18 years or older, living in the Rochester region
Media Accepted Two dimensional
Fiscal Year July to June
Program Year September to May
Cost $25/yr active membership; dual- $35 ; Exhibiting- $60; Associate - $25
# of Members 84
Location of Meetings/Times 3rd Tuesday of every month except February. No meetings in July or August. 7PM Penfield High School
Exhibit Opportunities Yes, one juried and several non juried
Contacts
President 2021-22 Pat Gough
Program Chair
Website http://www.penfieldartassociation.com/
Social Media https://www.facebook.com/penfieldartassociation/
Pittsford Art Club
Year Founded: 1961
Mission Statement/Purpose: We are a group of Artists with a keen interest in and appreciation for fine art and actively developing artistic talents. We’re committed to promoting the education, appreciation, enjoyment and distribution of fine art.
Membership Requirements: volunteering to help out with shows and meetings
Fiscal Year: September 1 to June 30
Program Year: same as above
Cost: Active Exhibiting Membership $ 40.00 /Associate Membership $ 60.00
Members: 54
Location of Meetings/Times: Spiegel Pittsford Community Center and/or Zoom, first Thursday of the month at 7pm
Exhibit Opportunities: Pittsford Town Hall, Star Physical Therapy, The Friendly Home and the Presbyterian Church
Contacts
Contacts: pagmembership@gmail.com
President Margie Mitchell mhsmitchell@gmail.com
Vice President: Mike Kamish
Treasurer: Laurie Tappel
Recording Secretary: Carolyn Lobkowicz
Corresponding Secretary – Joe Sirianni
Membership: Carol Schott
Website: www.pittsfordartgroup.com
Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/pittsfordartgroup/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/pittsfordartgroup
Rochester Art Club
Year Founded 1877, Second oldest active art organization in the country
Mission Statement/Purpose To advance the artistic growth of its professional membership and to contribute wherever possible to the cultural enrichment of the community.
Membership Requirements Signature membership category: Jury with four consistent pieces in either November or May / Associate Affiliate membership category: complete an application (on our website)
Media Accepted Two dimensional and sculpture
Fiscal Year July to June
Program Year September to June
Cost $75/yr both membership categories
# of Members 135
Location of Meetings/Times No formal meetings. Programs almost every month. Location announced at the time.
Exhibit Opportunities Yes, all exhibits are juried
Contacts
President Melanie Rinn Martinek melanierinnmartinek@gmail.com
Workshop Chair Suzi Zefting-Kuhn suzizeftingkuhn@gmail.com
Membership Chair Mary Stid mstid@frontiernet.net
Website http://www.rochesterartclub.org/
Email: rochesterartclub437@gmail.com
Social Media Facebook, Pinterest
RAC Studio Mailing address: Fedder Building, 1237 East Main Street, Studio 415, Rochester, NY 14609
Suburban Rochester Art Group
Year Founded 1957
Mission Statement/Purpose Our aim is to nurture and develop the creative and artistic abilities of our members, through regular presentations, demonstrations, and workshops. A further focus is to bring local talent to the attention of the public through frequent exhibits, which in turn makes a significant contribution to the cultural enjoyment of the community.
Membership Requirements Submit 3 paintings to the Board for acceptance or denial
Media Accepted All media
Fiscal Year June 1st-May 31st
Program Year Year-round
Cost $30/yr. with $15 initial application fee
# of Members 42
Location of Meetings/Times Meetings 2nd Wednesday of each month 6:30-9 pm, Greece Town Hall, Meeting Room B, 1 Vince Toffany Blvd.
Exhibit Opportunities: YES, judged, non-juried shows
Contacts
President Al Bergerson
Program Chair Nina Rupp nmrupp@yahoo.com 585.424.4327
Membership Juanita Link 585.392.3231 or subrocart@yahoo .com
Website suburbanrochesterartgroup.weebly.com
Social Media https://www.facebook.com/SuburbanRochesterArtGroup
Contact: Please email us at: subrocart@yahoo.com
Victor Art Group
Year Founded 2015
Mission Statement/Purpose: The purpose of the group is to:
Program Year January 1st through December 31st
Cost Currently, there is no cost to join or participate
# of Members 12
Location of Meetings/Times The Art Group meets at the new Town of Victor Parks and Recreation Building at 7891 Lehigh Crossing in Fishers. Take a look at our website CALENDAR and our location on the map on the CONTACT page.
Exhibit Opportunities non-juried
Contacts
Gail Schott gailpj2003@gmail.com 585-924-0559
President Ken Kuzia kkuzia@rochester.rr.com 585-746-6701
Ken’s Website: http://vicartgroup.wixsite.com/the-art-of-ken-kuzia
Membership Ken Kuzia kkuzia@rochester.rr.com 585-746-6701
Website http://vicartgroup.wixsite.com/victor-art-group
Social Media https://www.facebook.com/groups/1540708572872007/
Webster Art Club
Year Founded 50 + years ago
Mission Statement/Purpose As a teaching club, our mission is to provide education, support and opportunities to make new friends and share inspiration with other artists in our community.
Media Accepted All two dimensional
Fiscal Year September 1 – August 31
Program Year September – May (except Nov fall show and April spring show)
Cost $25 annual member ship ($35 if paid subsequent to September meeting)
# of Members 28
Location of Meetings/Times 2nd Wednesday Webster Rec. Ctr 1350 Chiyoda Dr. Webster
Exhibit Opportunities, juried or non juried Spring show juried , fall show non juried
Contacts
President Jean Bileschi jeanbileschi@gmail.com
Program Chair NA (Members rotate each month)
Membership Rosa Montante rmontante@rochester.rr.com
Social Media Facebook
Year Founded: 1950
Mission Statement/Purpose: BSA has been encouraging artistic endeavors through exhibitions, art demonstrations and lectures since 1950.
Membership Requirements: None
Media Accepted: ALL
Fiscal Year: February to December
Program Year: March to November, plus December Christmas Party
Cost: $30 adult, $50 couple, $10 student. Non members may attend demonstrations for a fee of $5
# of Members: 35
Location of Meetings/Times: 2nd Tuesday of the month - demos at Go-Art/Seymour Place, 201 E. Main St., Batavia, 14020 - 7pm-9pm - unless otherwise announced
Exhibit Opportunities, juried or non juried: non juried but Judged - May and December at the Richmond Memorial Library's Gallery Room, 19 Ross St., Batavia 14020 with an opening reception both months.
August & September, 2 month show at Go-Art/Seymour Place, 201 E. Main St., Batavia, 14020 with opening reception in August.
Contacts
Nicole Tamfer bsa.bataviasocietyofartists@gmail.com or 585-506-2472
President Treasurer Teresa Tamfer ttamfer@yahoo.com or 585-506-2465
Program Chair Teresa Tamfer ttamfer@yahoo.com or 585-506-2465
Membership Teresa Tamfer ttamfer@yahoo.com or 585-506-2465
Website
Social Media: Facebook.com/BataviaSocietyofArtists
The Chili Art Group (CAG)
Year Founded: A not-for-profit artist association founded in1961.
Mission Statement/Purpose. To give our members the opportunity to develop and expand their artistic abilities and interests and to promote community interest in the arts.
Membership Requirements: Open to anyone interested in the arts who is 18 years of age or older. All skill levels welcomed. Chili residency not required.
Media Accepted: Two dimensional, sculpture and photography.
Fiscal Year: June 1- May 31
Program Year: September through May
Cost: Annual dues are $35.00. (2021-2022)
# of Members: Approximately 35
Location of Meetings/Times: Usually the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30PM, Chili Community Center Senior Center, 3237 Chili Ave. Rochester, Ny 14624. Check social media page or call program chair. for changes and additions.
Exhibit Opportunities: A judged annual Spring Show and Sale in the Chili Community Center, and a rotating show in in the Town of Chili Library, and other oespportuniti.
Contacts:
President: Jean O’Brien wobrien3@rochester.rr.com 585-889-4216
Program Chair: Judy Wood eaglesnest.wood@gmail.com 585-721-3258
Membership: Debbie Letson deborahletson6@gmail.com 585-748-7586
Social Media: facebook.com/chiliartgroup
instagram.com/chili_art_group
Genesee Valley Council on the Arts (GVCA)
Year Founded 1968
Mission Statement/Purpose: The purpose of the group is to:
- Promote arts & culture in the Genesee Valley Region
- Promoting one of the nation’s largest collections of New Deal artwork from the WPA
- Administering SCR grants to artists, art groups and projects in Monroe and Livingston County
- Promote regional artists in our three galleries
- Cultivate community of artists and appreciators who enjoy participating in openings, family events, classes and more!
- Participate in the arts by promoting our members work, events and more on our social channels
- Promote the folk arts of this region through our connection with GLOW Traditions
Media Accepted: All
Program Year: A year from date of sign up; gallery schedule is planned in January.
Cost: $10 Student/Senior, $20 Individual, $30 Family
# of Members: 200+
Location of Meetings/Times: No formal meetings. 4 Murray Hill Drive, Mount Morris NY 14510
Exhibit Opportunities: non-juried and juried, varies throughout year
Contacts: Executive Director: Deborah Bump director@gvartscouncil.org
Gallery Coordinator: John Connors gallery@gvartscouncil.org
Grants: Katelyn Costello grants@gvartscouncil.org
Website: www.gvartscouncil.org
Social Media: www.facebook.com/gvcarts www.instagram.com/gvcarts
Pastel Society of Western New York
Year Founded 2015
Mission Statement/Purpose To build and strengthen a connection among pastel artists. To benefit the artistic development through instructional activities and exhibition opportunities. To encourage and foster creative pastel painting. To promote public awareness of pastel painting as a fine art medium. “
Membership Requirements All Skill levels, 18 years or older, must work in pastel
Media Accepted Pastel
Fiscal Year March - February
Program Year March-February
Cost $35/yr
# of members 48
Location of Meetings/Times Bimonthly alternating between Monday evenings 6:30 pm and Saturdays 10am in the Rochester Art Club Studio #437-439 at the Hungerford, 1115 E. Main St. Rochester 14609
(During Covid our in person meetings have been curtailed and regular zoom programs are being offered)
Exhibit Opportunities Annual juried exhibition, other juried exhibition opportunities
Contacts
President Robin McCondichie rbmapril@gmail.com
V. President Jay Costanza Jay Costanza <jaycoart62@gmail.com>
Website manager, Exhibition Chair Denise Rizzo drizzo28@gmail.com
Secretary Suzi Zefting-Kuhn suzizeftingkuhn@gmail.com
Treasurer Sue Hegan Henry sueheganhenry@yahoo.com
Membership Chair Kath DeWitt Hess kdewitthess@gmail.com
Board Member Kirt Lapham kirtlapham@gmail.com
Website www.pastelsocietyofwesternnewyork.com
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PastelSocietyofWesternNewYork/
Penfield Art Association
Year Founded 1964
Mission Statement/Purpose To encourage and promote an appreciation of art in the community.
Membership Requirements All skill levels, 18 years or older, living in the Rochester region
Media Accepted Two dimensional
Fiscal Year July to June
Program Year September to May
Cost $25/yr active membership; dual- $35 ; Exhibiting- $60; Associate - $25
# of Members 84
Location of Meetings/Times 3rd Tuesday of every month except February. No meetings in July or August. 7PM Penfield High School
Exhibit Opportunities Yes, one juried and several non juried
Contacts
President 2021-22 Pat Gough
Program Chair
Website http://www.penfieldartassociation.com/
Social Media https://www.facebook.com/penfieldartassociation/
Pittsford Art Club
Year Founded: 1961
Mission Statement/Purpose: We are a group of Artists with a keen interest in and appreciation for fine art and actively developing artistic talents. We’re committed to promoting the education, appreciation, enjoyment and distribution of fine art.
Membership Requirements: volunteering to help out with shows and meetings
Fiscal Year: September 1 to June 30
Program Year: same as above
Cost: Active Exhibiting Membership $ 40.00 /Associate Membership $ 60.00
Members: 54
Location of Meetings/Times: Spiegel Pittsford Community Center and/or Zoom, first Thursday of the month at 7pm
Exhibit Opportunities: Pittsford Town Hall, Star Physical Therapy, The Friendly Home and the Presbyterian Church
Contacts
Contacts: pagmembership@gmail.com
President Margie Mitchell mhsmitchell@gmail.com
Vice President: Mike Kamish
Treasurer: Laurie Tappel
Recording Secretary: Carolyn Lobkowicz
Corresponding Secretary – Joe Sirianni
Membership: Carol Schott
Website: www.pittsfordartgroup.com
Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/pittsfordartgroup/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/pittsfordartgroup
Rochester Art Club
Year Founded 1877, Second oldest active art organization in the country
Mission Statement/Purpose To advance the artistic growth of its professional membership and to contribute wherever possible to the cultural enrichment of the community.
Membership Requirements Signature membership category: Jury with four consistent pieces in either November or May / Associate Affiliate membership category: complete an application (on our website)
Media Accepted Two dimensional and sculpture
Fiscal Year July to June
Program Year September to June
Cost $75/yr both membership categories
# of Members 135
Location of Meetings/Times No formal meetings. Programs almost every month. Location announced at the time.
Exhibit Opportunities Yes, all exhibits are juried
Contacts
President Melanie Rinn Martinek melanierinnmartinek@gmail.com
Workshop Chair Suzi Zefting-Kuhn suzizeftingkuhn@gmail.com
Membership Chair Mary Stid mstid@frontiernet.net
Website http://www.rochesterartclub.org/
Email: rochesterartclub437@gmail.com
Social Media Facebook, Pinterest
RAC Studio Mailing address: Fedder Building, 1237 East Main Street, Studio 415, Rochester, NY 14609
Suburban Rochester Art Group
Year Founded 1957
Mission Statement/Purpose Our aim is to nurture and develop the creative and artistic abilities of our members, through regular presentations, demonstrations, and workshops. A further focus is to bring local talent to the attention of the public through frequent exhibits, which in turn makes a significant contribution to the cultural enjoyment of the community.
Membership Requirements Submit 3 paintings to the Board for acceptance or denial
Media Accepted All media
Fiscal Year June 1st-May 31st
Program Year Year-round
Cost $30/yr. with $15 initial application fee
# of Members 42
Location of Meetings/Times Meetings 2nd Wednesday of each month 6:30-9 pm, Greece Town Hall, Meeting Room B, 1 Vince Toffany Blvd.
Exhibit Opportunities: YES, judged, non-juried shows
Contacts
President Al Bergerson
Program Chair Nina Rupp nmrupp@yahoo.com 585.424.4327
Membership Juanita Link 585.392.3231 or subrocart@yahoo .com
Website suburbanrochesterartgroup.weebly.com
Social Media https://www.facebook.com/SuburbanRochesterArtGroup
Contact: Please email us at: subrocart@yahoo.com
Victor Art Group
Year Founded 2015
Mission Statement/Purpose: The purpose of the group is to:
- Promote interest in the creative arts in Victor, NY and local surrounding areas
- Learn and share creative ideas and techniques among its members
- Provide learning opportunities for all members regardless of media
- Investigate a wide range of media for understanding, competence, and appreciation
- Seek new membership in the group and promote appreciation for the creative arts
- Host and participate in events where creative arts can be displayed and shared with the community
- Interface with other local artistic organizations to promote and display creative art
- Support its members in marketing their creations
- Participate in group meetings, workshops and exhibits
- Learn/demonstrate creative techniques
- Appreciate art regardless of form or media.
Program Year January 1st through December 31st
Cost Currently, there is no cost to join or participate
# of Members 12
Location of Meetings/Times The Art Group meets at the new Town of Victor Parks and Recreation Building at 7891 Lehigh Crossing in Fishers. Take a look at our website CALENDAR and our location on the map on the CONTACT page.
Exhibit Opportunities non-juried
Contacts
Gail Schott gailpj2003@gmail.com 585-924-0559
President Ken Kuzia kkuzia@rochester.rr.com 585-746-6701
Ken’s Website: http://vicartgroup.wixsite.com/the-art-of-ken-kuzia
Membership Ken Kuzia kkuzia@rochester.rr.com 585-746-6701
Website http://vicartgroup.wixsite.com/victor-art-group
Social Media https://www.facebook.com/groups/1540708572872007/
Webster Art Club
Year Founded 50 + years ago
Mission Statement/Purpose As a teaching club, our mission is to provide education, support and opportunities to make new friends and share inspiration with other artists in our community.
Media Accepted All two dimensional
Fiscal Year September 1 – August 31
Program Year September – May (except Nov fall show and April spring show)
Cost $25 annual member ship ($35 if paid subsequent to September meeting)
# of Members 28
Location of Meetings/Times 2nd Wednesday Webster Rec. Ctr 1350 Chiyoda Dr. Webster
Exhibit Opportunities, juried or non juried Spring show juried , fall show non juried
Contacts
President Jean Bileschi jeanbileschi@gmail.com
Program Chair NA (Members rotate each month)
Membership Rosa Montante rmontante@rochester.rr.com
Social Media Facebook
