Welcome to VAG
The Valley Artists Guild (VAG) is founded on the belief that when individual artists join together in creating their destinies, their growth and impact is multiplied in their own lives and throughout the world. With visual art exhibitions, ongoing education and creative interaction,we empower artists to fulfill their highest potential. For more background and the history of our organization, see About VAG.
Meetings & Workshops
VAG provides a variety of activities and educational programming to its members. Monthly meetings are held which feature exciting demonstrations or presentations by renowned artists and art professionals. Corresponding workshops are also offered. These events give members the opportunity to meet, socialize and interact with fellow artists.
Our general meetings are in the same place each month: Encino Community Center, 4935 Balboa Blvd., Encino, CA. The meetings start at 1pm. Our president discusses business news followed by an amazing artist demonstration in all kinds of media. Then there is a refreshment break with yummy treats.
Non-members are always welcome as guests, and there is an entrance fee for $7.
Our members bring in their work for a mini show; our guest artist judges the mini show during the break. We wrap up the meeting by giving out the awards and the raffle winner often gets to take home the demonstration painting created by the guest artist!
Exhibitions
Juried exhibitions for members are held twice a year at VIVA Art Center in Sherman Oaks, CA. Selection and awards are determined by independent jurors outside the organization who hold prominent positions within the art community. In addition, Mini-Shows are held at each monthly meeting.
View images from our most recent exhibits at VIVA Art Center’s website:
For more exhibits, check out our Exhibits page.
Membership
VAG welcomes all levels of artists whether you are a professional, a hobbyist, a beginner or a student. See our Membership page for more details and a downloadable application form.
Meet the Artists
Visit our Artists page to meet just a few of our talented members, including links to their websites.