Guelph Creative Arts Association is a welcoming visual arts organization, open to everyone practicing or interested in the arts in Guelph and surrounding areas.
Our members range from interested onlookers and "appreciators" to artists working in a variety of materials and techniques. Oils, watercolour, acrylics, assorted drawing methods, print making and film are some of the media used in two-dimensional art, while textiles, metal, clay, glass etc. may become three-dimensional tactile items of decoration and/or utility. We identify and welcome all categories of artists and artisans, whether professional or amateur, and encourage participation for the enjoyment of both creators and the community.
GCAA owns and operates the Guelph Artisans Store located in the Old Quebec Street Mall, Guelph. The store is comprised of a group of approximately 40 GCAA members who show and sell their art and crafts on a permanent basis. The store also features window and wall display space that is available to community members. For store and space rental information: the Guelph Artisan Store
Our Main Events are:
- "Expressions" - A juried exhibition for members.
- "Painting on the Green" - Occurs in June and is an open juried art and craft show and sale.
- "Made for You" - Craft shows in April and November promote local and area craftspeople who show and sell their crafts.
GCAA is a registered charitable organization and issues tax receipts for donations and bequests.