We have plenty of fall events lined up!

Dear Artists, The countdown is on for the 2026 Artisans Holiday Boutique, happening November 6 & 7 from 9am-4pm at the Homer E Wright Event Center! This is our biggest event of the year, and we need your help making it our best attended ever. Over 40 artisans are participating, so it guaranteed to be fabulous! Whether you’re participating this year or not, as members of our association we ask EVERYONE to help us spread the word to your friends, neighbors, and community gr

Please read. New input form for creating SKUs.

Come learn Paper Marbling techniques with teacher extraordinaire, Carol Kidd. No experience required.

Please read. New input form for creating SKUs.

The Gallery team is requesting any Artisan with 3d art in the Gallery to provide an inventory count to us by July 10th (see link to form below). The forms can be dropped off at the Gallery or at Jim Storey’s house in St James (2651 Mariners Way). They can also be emailed to Jim at storey jr@gmail.com. We’re hoping the survey will provide the team with valuable information to establish guidelines for fair and equitable displays and to better manage the inventory flow.

If you've ever wondered how to get the word out about your Gallery event, this post is for you.

The weather's getting hotter, the summer season is in full swing, and the Gallery has been buzzing with activity. We're excited about many events coming up in the next few months and wanted to share highlights of our summer schedule.

May isn't just heating up weatherwise - there's so much going on with all the Artisan committees! Here's an overview of how our Gallery has been performing and what the committees have been doing.

Please read. New input form for creating SKUs.

As we are all becoming familiar with the new system and trying out various functions, Please be mindful of the following 1. Use TEST mode to practice various functions. Again Use Test Mode when practicing on the register 2. Make sure there is a RED BAR at the top of the screen when practicing 3. Double check that there is a RED BAR at the top before practicing 4. DO NOT practice sales or refunds in Active mode 5. DO NOT practice a refund with a credit card (credit

March 6 Judy Scaccianoce – Point Person Ann Trombetta Carolyn Gaziano Virginia Hamill Ann Reilly April 3 Su Peyton– Point Person Cathy Blash Trish Bernard John Lowder Nancy Schulte May 1 Luanne Paisley – Point Person Gina Poppe Renee Schrom Sue Shaylor Ingrid Dally June 5 Jim Storey– Point Person Christine Neveaux Merry Klinefelter Christian Ahlmark Joann Klinker-Franklin July 3 Joe Steele– Point Person Connie Murphy Melissa Pierce Daniels Joy Rademacher Joanne Michal

March Newsletter from the President Welcome all Artisans! March is a great time to reset with the weather turning nice. There is so much inspiration for an artist to be found in the spring. Let’s start out with a little good news. Gallery Updates The sales at the gallery have been fantastic for both January and February. January 2026 gross sales were $6310.25 compared to 2025 January at $1,593. February has continued to show growth in revenue when compared to the previous yea

Karin Elias, President and member for five years, is originally from Michigan. She has served on five boards, all focused on supporting children and the arts. Over the next two years, her goal is to focus on increasing the profitability of Gallery and Retail events while strengthening their impact and sustainability.

2026 is shaping up to be a lively and engaging year at The Artisans Gallery on Howe , with a full calendar of events designed to bring art, music, and community together in meaningful ways. Throughout the year, visitors can expect a welcoming mix of exhibitions, gatherings, and seasonal markets that highlight the work of our gallery artists while creating opportunities to connect and linger. A cornerstone of our programming is First Friday , a monthly Southport evening event

Here you will see all Artisan announcements in one place--no more searching through emails to find Artisan Association, Artisan Gallery, and SUFA news.

Dear Artisans, Happy New Year to all! The membership team is starting fresh. Our team members are Laurie Elsea and Joe Steele. As we begin this new year, we are enlisting your help to make our new members feel welcome and ease their transition as Artisans. We have a list of mentors and SKU coaches from years past. Some have already volunteered to work with 3 new members starting this month. They are Su Peyton, Carol Szot, and Nancy Adelis for future members. The role of a men

Thank you for staying connected. We’re glad you’re here—and we mean that in the most literal sense. This newsletter is an invitation to stay connected to what’s unfolding at The Artisans Gallery on Howe and around it: the work on our walls, the artists behind it, and the community that gathers here week after week. Through this blog, you’ll receive updates on current and upcoming gallery exhibits, special market events, and seasonal happenings like Art on the Porch. We’ll als