Membership principles
To join the GCA membership there are no requirements for artists to be living or working within the Gloucester region.
Every member is expected to contribute in some way to support our shared aims and objectives by making contributions of their skills, experience and time, and to be able to attend group meetings as and when possible.
We welcome applications for membership from practising contemporary artists who seek to excel in making original work. Applicants are expected to provide evidence of this by way of links to their website or social media. Additionally, applications from emerging artists and recent fine art graduates are both welcomed and supported.
We do not select members by screening their work at the application stage, but applicants are asked to self-evaluate their fit within the membership based on these principles before completing the application and paying their subscription.
Membership of GCA is £40 a year.
(Note - We do select members' work for inclusion within GCA, and GCA partnered exhibitions, subject to availability of space and to ensure consistent quality, value and appropriateness for the event.)
Our main online conversation with our members is on our WhatsApp Community. This is where you will find announcements, opportunities, and a place to talk with other members. Meeting announcements, agendas and minutes will also be sent by email.
If you have any questions write to contact@gloucestercontemporaryartists.art
The benefits of membership
As a Member of GCA you will be part of an artist-led community interest company dedicated to establishing Gloucester as a respected centre for contemporary arts.
As a GCA member you will be able to :
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attend regular meetings where members can contribute their ideas, and hear the latest news and artist talks
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have a personal webpage on the GCA website
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be part of the GCA social media network
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rent 'the Gate' art space at a reduced members rate, and
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join in the opportunities such as pop up exhibitions, socials and events throughout the year, e.g. Barclays Bank Artist of the Month.