Creativity Produces Vitality and Promotes Well Being

The Mission of The Art Guild of Create

In April of 2023 there was a meeting with the artists of Create Art and Tea. We came up with a better way to represent the way of artists. We chose to be defined as a Guild because of the ancient strength and empowerment that Guilds developed through the centuries. Their development through the centuries has given integrity to specific arts and trades recognized within Guilds.

They brought benefits to commerce and trade for merchants and craft workers. A union that produced mutual aid, maintain standards , reduced competition. The Guilds also were influential in the communities and active in community well being.

We started The Art Guild of Create. because this historic integrity resonates closely with what The Art Guild of Create is set out to accomplish. Our motto at the time was let’s “Build the Guild” and it is our slogan.

Since the inception of The Art Guild of Create, we had initiatives that we we set our goals to accomplish.

Here is our Success up to now.

 The Art Guild of Create

We, of the Art Guild of Create, are working together to provide a home base for all creative endeavors.

Mission Statement

The Art Guild of Create is an inclusive and welcoming support system by emerging local artists and artisans. We foster both creative and professional growth for individuals pursuing all artistic media, from crafts to fine arts to written and performative modes of expression. We believe that every creative individual’s intrinsic potential can offer support and inspiration to others’ artistic journeys. Through encouraging, mentoring, and nurturing the development of aspiring creatives and inventors, as well as providing venues for exposure of their endeavors, we bring a new richness to the broader 4 Corners Community, which is only strengthening our artistic future together. 

At this time we are in need of financial support to keep our vision and mission growing.

Our history of success and providing for the community are:

1.Fundraising for non for profits

                We have hosted fundraising events for:

                      SW Cancer Coalition

                       La Plata Humane Society

                       LaPlata Open Space

                        Alzheimer’s Support

                         Parker’s Puppies

                         LaPlata Youth Organization

                         Miller Middle School Art Show

                         Boys and Girls Club

                        La Plata Family Coalition

2. High Tea Parties / CreaTea / Tea parties and Tea

   We have provided wonderful times for multi-generational reunions, Bridal Showers,

Baby Showers, Birthday parties for all ages

Many parties have been Great Grandmothers with Daughters and Granddaughters

We come to your home with a wonderful tea service and homemade food by Caprice

3. Art Education

 We have provided a space for many great art teachers. It is a Mentor / Apprentice   Experienced with many well-known Artists; ex. Beth Zinc, Patrice DeLorenzo and Juanita Nelson  Mixed Palette.

 We are working with SW Fiber Alliance and host their meetings.

  4.Art Festivals

 Since 2021 we have hosted the Plein Air Festival. It involves an Art Exhibit, a Call to Artists that is Juried with awards. The Juror of the festival will give a seminar for the artists of the show.. Alongside the Festival we have a “Paint Out" where the artists of the show go out and paint the scenes of the great outdoors. One year was the Streets of Durango. Last year was out at Butterfly Ranch with an exhibit here at the Gallery afterwards, The Paint Out has also been juried with cash awards. Sponsors for the events have been Art Supply House, Cream Bean Berry, Wells Group, and the Butterfly Collective.

5. Artist Residency and Retreat Centers.

One that is in service now is at Butterfly Ranch.

We have information and pictures on our website:

www.CreateMuchMore.net

6. The Art Guild of Create: Is here to promote you business

The Art Guild is here to support emerging businesses and creative endeavors to acheive and be successful on their own with a strong business presences.

7. Grants Received

Lodger’s Tax Grant for Lighting the Gallery Loft 2021

Visit Durango Marketing Grant for Plein Air Festival 2022

Durango Creates for Arts Month Festivities 2024

Visit Durango Grant for Durango Art Galleries Fall Art Walk 20

Location:

1309 E 3rd Ave within the Smiley Building / Downtown Durango ,

The Smiley Building

Working on creating a mini–Community Center that is quite extraordinary in how it meets the needs of many.