Welcome to the Ames Community Arts Council
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2019 Arts Awards.
Find an application HERE!
Nominations are due Monday, February 18, 2019.
Find an application HERE!
Nominations are due Monday, February 18, 2019.
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Artists and supporters of the arts, non-profit organizations and businesses have come together as the Ames Community Arts Council since 1976. We are dedicated to building a sense of community and helping artists succeed. We believe that participating in the arts--as audience members, musicians, actors, dancers, writers, makers, volunteers, and more--enriches our lives and our community.
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What we do:
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The Ames Community Arts Council is a non-profit 501(c)(3) funded through memberships, donations, and grants, including the City of Ames Commission on the Arts (COTA). The Arts Council is dedicated to celebrating the arts and serving the community.
Here's a quick look at some things we do:
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News of the Day:
Register Now!
The Ames Community Arts Council and the Octagon Center for the Arts are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the Business of Art conference to be held at the Octagon Center for the Arts on Friday, March 1 from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday, March 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Intended for visual artists at all stages of their career, this event will offer insight into numerous topics including online and gallery sales, art festivals and entrepreneurship, as well as artist self-care and career development. In addition to the professional development sessions, the conference will include networking opportunities throughout the day, giving participants the chance to talk one-on-one with the speakers, other professionals, and each other.
Registration for the two-day conference is $75 for professional artists and $50 for students, plus meals. A limited number of scholarships are available for students willing to volunteer to assist with the event. Full conference details and registration information can be found online at https://octagonarts.org/events/the-business-of-art-conference.
In addition to several other local and regional presenters, the conference is proud to host conference keynote speaker, Jeremy Caniglia. Jeremy is a graduate of Iowa State University and is currently based in Omaha, Nebraska. His artwork has been featured in many media outlets including the Washington Post and CNN. He has done artwork for magazine, book, and CD covers, along with publishing his own art books. He has also worked with Stephen King, Ray Bradbury, and other fantasy and horror authors, and in 2004, he won the International Horror Guild Award for best artist in dark fantasy.
The Business of Art conference is being hosted by the Ames Community Arts Council and the Octagon Center for the Arts. The project is the supported in part by the City of Ames Commission on the Arts (COTA).
The Ames Community Arts Council and the Octagon Center for the Arts are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the Business of Art conference to be held at the Octagon Center for the Arts on Friday, March 1 from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday, March 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Intended for visual artists at all stages of their career, this event will offer insight into numerous topics including online and gallery sales, art festivals and entrepreneurship, as well as artist self-care and career development. In addition to the professional development sessions, the conference will include networking opportunities throughout the day, giving participants the chance to talk one-on-one with the speakers, other professionals, and each other.
Registration for the two-day conference is $75 for professional artists and $50 for students, plus meals. A limited number of scholarships are available for students willing to volunteer to assist with the event. Full conference details and registration information can be found online at https://octagonarts.org/events/the-business-of-art-conference.
In addition to several other local and regional presenters, the conference is proud to host conference keynote speaker, Jeremy Caniglia. Jeremy is a graduate of Iowa State University and is currently based in Omaha, Nebraska. His artwork has been featured in many media outlets including the Washington Post and CNN. He has done artwork for magazine, book, and CD covers, along with publishing his own art books. He has also worked with Stephen King, Ray Bradbury, and other fantasy and horror authors, and in 2004, he won the International Horror Guild Award for best artist in dark fantasy.
The Business of Art conference is being hosted by the Ames Community Arts Council and the Octagon Center for the Arts. The project is the supported in part by the City of Ames Commission on the Arts (COTA).
February 19 Gathering of Artists
February 2019 Gathering of Artists
The February Gathering of Artists will be held at the Octagon Gallery Shop, 413 Douglas Ave., Ames, on Tuesday, February 19 from 6 - 8 p.m. The meeting will center upon the Octagon Gallery Shop, as well as additional exciting happenings at the Octagon Center for the Arts.
Artists and art enthusiasts of all types are invited to meet other artists, get feedback, get inspired and have fun. The events are free and open to all. Refreshments will be provided.
The Octagon Gallery Shop is a consignment retailer for original works of over 150 area artists. With such a wide range of items, there is something for every budget and every taste. When looking for a special gift, the Gallery Shop is the perfect spot. The staff is ready to answer questions, assist with selection, or place special orders for one-of-a-kind items. The Gallery Shop offers gift certificates, layaway, purchasing on approval, and shipping services.
After learning about the shop, Gathering participants will be able to visit the exhibit Outside-In, featuring artists Pacia Sallomi and Alexandra Ackerman in the adjacent Community Gallery as well as Octagonal: The All Media Exhibit in the Sweeney and Main Galleries.
Finally, attendees will learn more about the Business of Art Conference, a professional development opportunity for visual artists, co-hosted by the Ames Community Arts Council and The Octagon on March 1 - 2, 2019. Individuals interested in learning more about any of these offerings (and more) should visit The Octagon website: https://octagonarts.org.
The Gathering of Artists is hosted by the Ames Community Arts Council and made possible with the support of the City of Ames Commission on the Arts. If you would like more information about participating in or hosting a gathering, please contact the Ames Community Arts Council by e-mailing info@amesart.org, visiting the website at www.amesart.org, or calling 515-233-6110.
Artists and art enthusiasts of all types are invited to meet other artists, get feedback, get inspired and have fun. The events are free and open to all. Refreshments will be provided.
The Octagon Gallery Shop is a consignment retailer for original works of over 150 area artists. With such a wide range of items, there is something for every budget and every taste. When looking for a special gift, the Gallery Shop is the perfect spot. The staff is ready to answer questions, assist with selection, or place special orders for one-of-a-kind items. The Gallery Shop offers gift certificates, layaway, purchasing on approval, and shipping services.
After learning about the shop, Gathering participants will be able to visit the exhibit Outside-In, featuring artists Pacia Sallomi and Alexandra Ackerman in the adjacent Community Gallery as well as Octagonal: The All Media Exhibit in the Sweeney and Main Galleries.
Finally, attendees will learn more about the Business of Art Conference, a professional development opportunity for visual artists, co-hosted by the Ames Community Arts Council and The Octagon on March 1 - 2, 2019. Individuals interested in learning more about any of these offerings (and more) should visit The Octagon website: https://octagonarts.org.
The Gathering of Artists is hosted by the Ames Community Arts Council and made possible with the support of the City of Ames Commission on the Arts. If you would like more information about participating in or hosting a gathering, please contact the Ames Community Arts Council by e-mailing info@amesart.org, visiting the website at www.amesart.org, or calling 515-233-6110.
Thanks to the Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau for supporting the Inaugural performance in the Goldfinch Room!
