In 2001, a group of artists came together and created a grass-roots organization dedicated to building connections within the visual arts community and the region itself. The mission of the association, now called Artists in Buffalo is to:
- Support , promote and increase the visibility of regional artists, galleries, museums and related arts businesses
- Provide a unique opportunity for the greater community to visit artists in their working environment
- Support Buffalo Niagara region in its quest to be identified as a strong cultural center and its emergence as an arts destination
- Provide a substantial visual resource that conveys the quality and breadth of art created in our area
In 2005,the organization began publishing an Artist and Gallery Guide. This full color resource will be updated and distributed yearly, providing a unique collection of images and information showcasing the quality and breadth of the arts community in the Buffalo/Niagara region.
Holiday Open Studios and Galleries
- Dec 4 (5-9PM)
- Dec 5 & 6 (11-6PM)
This is a unique opportunity to visit over 100 talented
local artists and artisans in extraordinary galleries,
studios,homes and other venues not frequently open
to the public. Meet with the artists in friendly relaxed
settings, where their work will be available for purchase.
Many locations will host multiple exhibitions.
The Elmwood/Allen cluster will produce a map and listings for the area within:
- Around Virginia Street (on South)
- Main Street and Washington Street (on East)
- Rt. 198 (on North); and Richmond (on West)
20,000 - 30,000 full color glossy mailers will be printed and distributed
We mail over 1000 to the group mailing list; additionally, each artist and gallery is given 200 (or more).
Questions? Call Catherine Gillespie at 881-2199 or email: gillespie.cath@gmail.com or art.buffalo@gmail.com
