Join our Community as a CFEVA Member

There are many ways that you can be a part at CFEVA, whether you are an artist or just love artists and art! Your CFEVA membership helps to preserve and invigorate Greater Philadelphia's vibrant visual arts community.

In turn, we can help you collect local art and meet local artists. We know firsthand that this will inspire you to support their practice and our outstanding, innovative arts scene!

We look forward to having you participate with us! Please scroll down for more information on our membership options and to purchase your CFEVA membership today!

Pictured left: Colette Fu photographed by Mae Belle Vargas

CFEVA's mission is to provide a dynamic hub for artists where artists can receive practical career support, exhibition opportunities, educational programs, and new ways of connecting to arts audiences. Non-artist members can enjoy intimate and unique experiences with artists and art-lovers.

For over 40 Years, CFEVA has empowered artists to thrive in their creative journeys, providing invaluable resources, networking opportunities, and tailored support. As a member, you'll gain access to a vibrant community of fellow artists, industry experts, and mentors who share your passion for artistic expression. Enjoy member-only events, workshops, and exhibitions, fostering both personal and professional growth. Elevate your career with curated opportunities, all designed to amplify your artistic voice. Join us in shaping the next chapter of your creative legacy – because together, we create more than art; we help support enduring careers.

Need a gift? A CFEVA Membership is perfect for your favorite artist or art lover! Contact Membership@cfeva.org for details.

Artist Membership Levels

Introductory Membership

$40/year

Are you an artist new to Philadelphia, new to your practice and/or a student or recent graduate of a BFA/MFA program? The Introductory Membership can help you to cultivate your career in the arts with the community-driven resources CFEVA has to offer.

For one individual. Designed for the artist looking to learn from a community of peers, partners, and collectors in Philadelphia, while sharing their work with CFEVA’s network. Introductory members are renewable for up to 2 years. Introductory members may be asked to submit a portfolio website and/or C.V.

Benefits:

  • Artist-to-Artist Members Meet-ups: Monthly group shares**

  • Listing on member’s page on the CFEVA website with a link to your artist website

  • Consideration for CFEVA Annual Members Exhibition

  • Partner discounts (see below)

    **limited availability, see upcoming dates below

CFEVA Core Membership

$65/year

Are you an artist in the Philadelphia region looking for a connective and collaborative artist network? CFEVA Core membership is for you to continue to develop your practice with exhibition opportunities, career-building resources, and more.

For one individual. Includes ALL benefits of Introductory membership (value $40), PLUS:

  • Consideration for CFEVA Member-only exhibition opportunities, including CFEVA partner exhibitions

  • Discounted tickets for selected CFEVA social events  

  • Exclusive invitations to our educational and career development programs, opening receptions, and artist talks

  • Partner discounts (see below)

CFEVA Core Plus Membership

$150/year

CFEVA Core Plus membership provides direct access to our Philadelphia-based platform that actively engages artists, collectors, curators, art appreciators, and more through annual open studio tours and additional programming throughout the year. Join our community as a Core Plus member.


For one individual. Includes ALL benefits of Core Membership (Value $65), plus:

  • Partner discounts (see below)

  • Consideration for CFEVA custom and area-wide exhibitions  

  • FREE registration for the Philadelphia Open Studio Tours, an annual comprehensive look into the creative process that features more than 200 artists across 20 Philadelphia neighborhoods. (Value $125)*

  • FREE application for CFEVA’s Visiting Curator Exhibition, an annual show that introduces Philadelphia artists to renowned curators and rising stars from around the country. (Value $25) 

*CFEVA Core Plus Artist Members must confirm their participation in the Philadelphia Open Studio Tours 2023 no later than April 30, 2023. Contact Membership@cfeva.org to sign up.

Artist-to-Artist Meet-up & Group Shares

CFEVA's core mission is to advance the career of practicing Philadelphia-area artists at all levels in their careers. To inspire community building and intellectual discussion, we are restructuring our community group meetings.

Join in the opportunity to connect with other members and share what you've been working on with fellow creative minds in small groups.

CFEVA Members will receive a direct link to sign up for Artist-to-Artist.

Partner Discounts

Throughout the year, we work with our Partners to provide our members access to resources and other exclusive opportunities to support their practice.

Plaza Art Materials - Exclusive discount code for in-store and online purchases

InLiquid - 20% off membership fee 

Artist & Craftsman Supply - 10% off your purchases

M3 Printing - 10% off all printing & mailing services

New Image Art & Framing - 10% discount 

Stockbridge Fine Art Print Studio - 15% off all services 

The PhotoLounge - Free Film Club membership

Studio Incamminati - 15% off of Workshops and Continuing Education classes

NextFab - $179/month Standard membership 

Root Quarterly - 20% discount on the first year of a recurring subscription





Please select the Membership level of your choice below. After clicking “submit,” you will receive a confirmation email and receipt.

NON-ARTIST MEMBERS:

OUR COLLECTOR’S CIRCLE IS FOR YOU!

Not an artist but interested in expanding your understanding of the growing artist community in our region? CFEVA still welcomes you into our community and offers a variety of programming throughout the year that allows you to be a part of what we do. We offer many opportunities to support our artists and to be an integral part of the visual arts in Greater Philadelphia.  Become a CFEVA COLLECTOR today!

You do not have to have a current collection to be Interested in collecting the work of CFEVA artists. Whether you are just beginning to collect, or whether you have an established collection that you want to expand, we can help introduce you to artists! When you sign up to become part of CFEVA's Collector's Circle , you can network and learn with other collectors of all levels, and receive exclusive invitations to our more intimate Circle events.

Not ready to be a Collector’s Circle member? We still need and appreciate your support. Please visit the general Support Us page to learn more about all the other ways that you can join us and be a part of the growing community that helps to power Philly as an artist and art-filled city.