Black Art Speaks Membership
Why Become a Member?
You will become a part of a premier artists group that will empower you to reach your goals and help elevate your success.
BAS supports, fosters, and convenes artists by
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Creating and connecting direct funding opportunities to employ Black Artists.
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Coordinating and seeking exhibition opportunities.
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Provide professional development to expand business acumen.
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Provide mentoring, educational and programming services.
Black Art Speaks Board of Trustees
Peter Niehoff
Development Chair
Ebony Young
Board Chair
Damien Hoskins
Executive Board
Kick Lee
Executive Board
Additional Black Art Speaks Board of Trustees Chris Evans | Maria Seda-Reeder
Advisory Board of Art Professionals
Michael Coppage
Brandon Hawkins
Annie Ruth
Toilyn O'Neal Turner
Adoria Maxberry
Cedric Cox
Become a part
of something bigger than you!
Membership Benefits
New Member Orientation (required)
Summer July 24th 2025
Fall September 25th 2025
Membership is not guaranteed and is subject to board approval. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance or denial within one month of submission. If accepted, new members will be billed immediately and will have recurring annual billing thereafter.
Member Benefits
Support
Opportunities
Information about potential grant information.
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Support with writing professional short and long biographies and Artist statements
Art agent, business manager, and project management services
Commission and referrals
Private Member Facebook Group Invitations to exhibitions, programs & events
Inclusion in themed group shows and performances.
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​​Opportunity to apply for small group shows and events.
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Fiscal services
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​One (1) social media posting on the Black Art Speaks Facebook page to feature artist information, linked to Artist Member page on website
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Individually tailored professional development &
artist services
Additional Membership Benefits
Members’ Show or Event participation
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25% discount on BAS workshops, classes, and performances
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Invitation to Artist Member-only social engagements (2-3) times per year​​
*Approved Members are required to participate in a New Members Orientation during the summer or fall.
Upon successfully completing the orientation, Artist Members' names, images of their artwork, or samples of their creative work will be featured along with their information on the Black Art Speaks website.
