Welcome members

We will hold 2 "Pop-up Artist Shows" a year around the island with local businesses. 

These events not only provide more venues for our Artists but also supports our local businesses.

Rotating Exhibitions are held with local businesses and are only available for our Members.

 Members get early Call for Artists and  discounted on registrations fee for these events.

Committee Leader: Carol Geary

Join us for monthly Artist Socials—a fun, themed space designed for creativity, education, and connecting with fellow artists

Meet & Greet Networking are held 2 times a year. These are great opportunities for new and current members:

• Meet the Board of Directors & Committee Members
• Learn more about Member Benefits
• Find out how you can participate on committees and events
• Meet other members to exchange ideas and creative opportunities

The purpose of these are to introduce the Island Arts Council to new people and to strengthen our artist community.

Committee Leader: Chris Higgins

Art in the Yard: Experience Local Creativity on Pleasure Island

Art in the Yard has blossomed into a premier regional event, drawing hundreds of art lovers from across the island and "Over the Bridge"! Last year, over 60 talented artists transformed their spaces into a vibrant, walkable gallery. 

The event was a massive success, with artists reporting high sales and exciting new commissions. 

Spaces are limited each year.  So come to General Member Meetings to get early details!

Members get discounted registration fee.

Committee Leader: Beth Carter

Throughout the year, we host diverse workshops that serve a dual purpose: equipping artists with new techniques and providing a space for artists to teach and inspire the community.

Stipends are often available for artists that teach the workshops.

IAC also supports member-led workshops by providing marketing  through our newsletter and social media channels. 

Have an idea for a workshop?   For workshops that meet IAC mission, we help to design it, seek funding and make it happen.

Our 2026 schedule will be full of events for the community and we need helping hands. 

From setting up for the event, handing out materials, helping with hands-on activities to cleaning up, your help is greatly appreciated.

Artist of the Month is selected from our Volunteer List!

Click on the button to see the schedule of events.

We provide a Directory and Gallery that lists all members. These are accessible by the general public so people can find our artists and view some of their work.

Please send your information and some photos for the gallery.