FAQs for New CAC Members

1. What is the mission of CAC?

The mission of the CAC is to maintain an active schedule of exhibitions on the Commons gallery walls and nurture a lively and supportive community of artists. Members are engaged in gallery talks, studio visits, workshops and other venues within which to share their expertise and dialog. The CAC recognizes and engages in a community greater than itself and encourages collaboration, education and a welcoming atmosphere.

2. Who is the coordinator/spokesperson for the CAC?

There is no coordinator. The CAC operates on a consensus basis. New members will be given a mentor to help them through the process.

3. What is the cost of membership?

There are two levels of members: Artist Membership is $10 per month or $120 annually. Supporting Membership is $30 annually. Annual dues are payable September 1.

4. What do members get?

• Inclusion in two group shows per year in the summer and in December.
• An opportunity to hold one event or workshop per year without being charged for space usage.
• A one, two and/or three person show per year.

5. What are member's responsibilities?

• Gallery-sitting (usually once per month for a three-hour time block.)
• Help hang shows and help work on publicity.
• Attend business meetings, rotate minute-keeping, recording and sending, and chairing meetings.
• Help clean up after openings and during gallery sittings.

6. How much money can I expect to spend? Are members ever assessed additional costs?

The CAC is a tenant of the Fare Share Commons and is not responsible for repairs. Annual dues cover rent. All other costs are covered by individual artists (exhibition invitation, opening expenses, workshop materials, etc.). Maintenance and cleaning is voluntary and often is accomplished while gallery sitting.

7. Is CAC open to other (outside) shows?

The CAC organizes one or two community based shows each year. These are determined by the group and all proposals are welcome.

8. Does CAC have non-profit status?

Currently CAC does not have non-profit status.

9. What are the standard hours of the Gallery?

Thursdays 3p-6p, Fridays 5p-8p, and Saturdays 10a-2p. In addition, the Gallery can be accessed through the Fare Share Coop during their normal hours.

10. How does the calendar and scheduling work?

CAC tries to stay 3-6 months scheduled in advance and sometimes longer. Shows are scheduled at a group meeting and at the request of members.

11. How often and generally when are the members meetings?

Business meetings are bi-monthly with the possibility of special meetings as needed. The goal is to move toward a quarterly schedule, augmenting business via email. Other events (openings, gallery talks, studio visits, crits, workshops, etc.) are scheduled roughly once per month or at the request of a member.

For information about contacting artists, becoming involved with the collective, or seeing more art, call Nikki Millonzi at 743-9579 or send e-mail to cac@faresharecoop.org.