Membership

Annual membership is $30 with a one-off Joining Fee of $10. Associate member fee (non-painting, non-voting) is $10 p.a.

Benefits of membership are
  • Very reasonable annual membership – lower than most societies 
  • Access to painting groups, some of 5-6 hours duration, for $3 per session 
  • CHAS home base at Castle Glen is conveniently located overlooking a large park, with excellent off-street parking 
  • Your Society organises various workshops throughout the year at Castle Glen 
  • Monthly evening demonstrations at Castle Glen are subsidised by CHAS so only a modest $4 entry fee is required 
  • Several open exhibitions/sales per year with prize money, and entry fees considerably cheaper for members compared to non-members 
  • An annual “Members Only” exhibition with prizes 
  • Monthly newsletter advising of upcoming activities 
  • An opportunity to promote your art in the members’ gallery on our website 
  • Social outings organised, often within groups 
  • Opportunity to mix with like-minded artistic people
  • Regular emails giving you information on upcoming member exhibitions and other important events
  • Discounts on arts supplies and framing at participating outlets
  • Access to our library.

New members are always welcome, if you are interested in joining the society, please contact us or download and complete the application form.