Evanston Made is a membership-based, community-building arts organization in Evanston, IL. with a mission to connect artists and artisans to art enthusiasts and also to provide community and professional development to our members to further their careers. Membership is open to artists, artisans, makers who make everything from art to clothes to music.  We also welcome members who are art lovers and patrons who want to help us carry out our mission.

Why Should You Join?

• Participation in the Evanston Made Group Shows
• Participation in Evanston Made Studio Tours 
• New* exhibition opportunities throughout the year
• Monthly opportunities to network/socialize with members
• Portfolio page on website to share your work & artists journey
• Artist listings on our calendar and events page
• Marketing to the public any member activities
• Professional development throughout the year
• Sell **art and handmade goods on Shopevanstonmade.org
• Discounts at participating retail partners
• Access to Evanston’s thriving arts community!

* Submissions to curated exhibition opportunities are juried in partnership with businesses providing space. Art sold through Evanston Made exhibitions is sold through our online store at shopevanstonmade.org

** Art sold through Shopevanstonmade.org is subject to 30% commission paid to Evanston Made in support of administration, marketing and platform costs.

Partner Members

Partner Members are organizations or businesses that want to be connected to the Evanston Made community of artists and artisans. Partners include exhibition venues, galleries, print shops, wine shops and any art loving organization who value be the contribution of arts and artists.

Patron Members

Patron members are invited to all Evanston Made events, to  meet and mingle with artists, business owners and fellow art lovers. The Patron Membership is the perfect way to build your Evanston Art Collection and  take pride in supporting local artists.