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Graphic Artists Guild
2248 Broadway #1341
New York, NY 10024
Tel: (212) 791-3400
Graphic Artists Guild
2248 Broadway #1341
New York, NY 10024
Tel: (212) 791-3400
The Midwest Region of the Graphic Artists Guild provides an ever-expanding range of resources and opportunities for Guild members in Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, and International members whose backgrounds span various artistic disciplines and skill levels.
We are here to provide a voice for students, associates and professional artists so we can improve our profession together.
Join us on Social Media:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/graphicartistsguild
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/gaguild
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/graphicartistsguild/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/graphic-artists-guild
December
15dec1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2024-12-15 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
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2024-12-18 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Break through creative blocks and find the clarity to move forward. Feeling stuck can paralyze even the most talented creatives, leaving projects unfinished and ideas unshared. This interactive 45-minute webinar
Break through creative blocks and find the clarity to move forward.
Feeling stuck can paralyze even the most talented creatives, leaving projects unfinished and ideas unshared. This interactive 45-minute webinar will guide you through the root causes of creative block and provide actionable strategies to overcome it by finding clarity. With a focus on practical tools and real-time exercises, you’ll walk away ready to take the next step in your creative journey.
What you’ll learn:
Why creative blocks happen and how clarity can break the cycle.
Strategies to define your goals, break tasks into manageable steps, and move past perfectionism.
An interactive Clarity Map exercise to apply these insights directly to your work.
How to take micro-actions that build confidence and momentum.
You’ll leave the session equipped with tools to find focus, regain momentum, and create with confidence.
Presenter:
Bryan Abdul Collins
Bryan Abdul Collins is a creative strategist and ICF-certified career and life coach with over two decades of experience helping creatives thrive. Bryan specializes in guiding mid-career professionals through creative blocks, career transitions, and portfolio development. Drawing from his background in design, branding, and coaching, Bryan combines practical strategies with empathy to empower creatives to find clarity, unlock their potential, and achieve their goals. His mission is to help creatives turn challenges into opportunities for growth.
Find Bryan Online:
Website: poetic-state.com
LinkedIn: Bryan Abdul Collins
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18dec7:00 pm8:30 pmShow Off & TellShow off, Share, and Schmooze with the Graphic Artists Guild!
2024-12-18 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Join us for our informal monthly gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works in progress, or do some fun drawing exercises to keep your skills sharp. All
Join us for our informal monthly gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works in progress, or do some fun drawing exercises to keep your skills sharp.
All creatives are welcome. Whether you want to show off your work (and enjoy some oohs and ahhs), or just participate in the tell part, come and schmooze with us!
Got new stickers in your store? Working on a website? Designing a business card? Come share with us!
We meet monthly at 7:00pm ET (6:00pm CT / 5:00pm MT / 4:00pm PT).
Sign up for one event, or as many as you’d like!
Limited space available.
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22dec1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2024-12-22 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
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29dec1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2024-12-29 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
January
05jan1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2025-01-05 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
12jan1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2025-01-12 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
19jan1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2025-01-19 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
22jan7:00 pm8:30 pmShow Off & TellShow off, Share, and Schmooze with the Graphic Artists Guild!
2025-01-22 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Join us for our informal monthly gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works in progress, or do some fun drawing exercises to keep your skills sharp. All
Join us for our informal monthly gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works in progress, or do some fun drawing exercises to keep your skills sharp.
All creatives are welcome. Whether you want to show off your work (and enjoy some oohs and ahhs), or just participate in the tell part, come and schmooze with us!
Got new stickers in your store? Working on a website? Designing a business card? Come share with us!
We meet monthly at 7:00pm ET (6:00pm CT / 5:00pm MT / 4:00pm PT).
Sign up for one event, or as many as you’d like!
Limited space available.
More about this event.
2025-01-23 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
The Lone Artist is a monthly event series occurring on the fourth Thursday of each month. It’s designed for solo graphic artists, designers, illustrators, and more. Let’s break out of
The Lone Artist is a monthly event series occurring on the fourth Thursday of each month. It’s designed for solo graphic artists, designers, illustrators, and more. Let’s break out of the isolation of our creative caves and come together to discuss the business side of our work, while nurturing a supportive community.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow artists, gain valuable insights, and expand your professional network.
The Lone Artist is hosted by:
Carl Cleanthes
Carl Cleanthes is a creative entrepreneur who, in 2006, founded Epic Made, a team of millennial gamer-nerds who live and breathe advertising, digital art, and storytelling.
Over the years, Carl and his team have created powerful and eye-catching creative assets for some of the most notable brands in the world, including USA Network, Nickelodeon, SyFy, WWE, Shopify, and many others. Carl aka “Colorful Carl” has a YouTube channel and Twitch live art stream where he promotes and inspires creativity in his community. He is an avid proponent of web3 technology and understands the potential it has to empower the creators for generations to come.
In addition to his professional endeavors, Carl is an urban homesteader, believing that a sustainable lifestyle is practiced in all aspects. He shares his knowledge of growing, heirlooms, seed harvesting, and the art of self-reliance. He is a husband of 17+ years to his inspiring wife Alden and father to his semi-feral, wild-child gamer son. They are both the light of his life.
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26jan1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2025-01-26 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
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Regional Representative:
Kathleen Smith Waters
midwest-rep@graphicartistsguild.org
When you become a member of the Graphic Artists Guild, you will become affiliated with one of five Guild Regions and start receiving communications from the national office and your regional admin, including:
EAST REGION
DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, WV, International
MIDWEST REGION
IA, IL, IN, KY, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI, International
NEW ENGLAND REGION
CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT, International
SOUTH REGION
AR, AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, International
WEST REGION
AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, WY, UT, WA, International
15dec1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2024-12-15 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
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2024-12-18 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Break through creative blocks and find the clarity to move forward. Feeling stuck can paralyze even the most talented creatives, leaving projects unfinished and ideas unshared. This interactive 45-minute webinar
Break through creative blocks and find the clarity to move forward.
Feeling stuck can paralyze even the most talented creatives, leaving projects unfinished and ideas unshared. This interactive 45-minute webinar will guide you through the root causes of creative block and provide actionable strategies to overcome it by finding clarity. With a focus on practical tools and real-time exercises, you’ll walk away ready to take the next step in your creative journey.
What you’ll learn:
Why creative blocks happen and how clarity can break the cycle.
Strategies to define your goals, break tasks into manageable steps, and move past perfectionism.
An interactive Clarity Map exercise to apply these insights directly to your work.
How to take micro-actions that build confidence and momentum.
You’ll leave the session equipped with tools to find focus, regain momentum, and create with confidence.
Presenter:
Bryan Abdul Collins
Bryan Abdul Collins is a creative strategist and ICF-certified career and life coach with over two decades of experience helping creatives thrive. Bryan specializes in guiding mid-career professionals through creative blocks, career transitions, and portfolio development. Drawing from his background in design, branding, and coaching, Bryan combines practical strategies with empathy to empower creatives to find clarity, unlock their potential, and achieve their goals. His mission is to help creatives turn challenges into opportunities for growth.
Find Bryan Online:
Website: poetic-state.com
LinkedIn: Bryan Abdul Collins
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18dec7:00 pm8:30 pmShow Off & TellShow off, Share, and Schmooze with the Graphic Artists Guild!
2024-12-18 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Join us for our informal monthly gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works in progress, or do some fun drawing exercises to keep your skills sharp. All
Join us for our informal monthly gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works in progress, or do some fun drawing exercises to keep your skills sharp.
All creatives are welcome. Whether you want to show off your work (and enjoy some oohs and ahhs), or just participate in the tell part, come and schmooze with us!
Got new stickers in your store? Working on a website? Designing a business card? Come share with us!
We meet monthly at 7:00pm ET (6:00pm CT / 5:00pm MT / 4:00pm PT).
Sign up for one event, or as many as you’d like!
Limited space available.
More about this event.
22dec1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2024-12-22 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
29dec1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2024-12-29 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
05jan1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2025-01-05 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
12jan1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2025-01-12 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
19jan1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
2025-01-19 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
22jan7:00 pm8:30 pmShow Off & TellShow off, Share, and Schmooze with the Graphic Artists Guild!
2025-01-22 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Join us for our informal monthly gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works in progress, or do some fun drawing exercises to keep your skills sharp. All
Join us for our informal monthly gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works in progress, or do some fun drawing exercises to keep your skills sharp.
All creatives are welcome. Whether you want to show off your work (and enjoy some oohs and ahhs), or just participate in the tell part, come and schmooze with us!
Got new stickers in your store? Working on a website? Designing a business card? Come share with us!
We meet monthly at 7:00pm ET (6:00pm CT / 5:00pm MT / 4:00pm PT).
Sign up for one event, or as many as you’d like!
Limited space available.
More about this event.
2025-01-23 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
The Lone Artist is a monthly event series occurring on the fourth Thursday of each month. It’s designed for solo graphic artists, designers, illustrators, and more. Let’s break out of
The Lone Artist is a monthly event series occurring on the fourth Thursday of each month. It’s designed for solo graphic artists, designers, illustrators, and more. Let’s break out of the isolation of our creative caves and come together to discuss the business side of our work, while nurturing a supportive community.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow artists, gain valuable insights, and expand your professional network.
The Lone Artist is hosted by:
Carl Cleanthes
Carl Cleanthes is a creative entrepreneur who, in 2006, founded Epic Made, a team of millennial gamer-nerds who live and breathe advertising, digital art, and storytelling.
Over the years, Carl and his team have created powerful and eye-catching creative assets for some of the most notable brands in the world, including USA Network, Nickelodeon, SyFy, WWE, Shopify, and many others. Carl aka “Colorful Carl” has a YouTube channel and Twitch live art stream where he promotes and inspires creativity in his community. He is an avid proponent of web3 technology and understands the potential it has to empower the creators for generations to come.
In addition to his professional endeavors, Carl is an urban homesteader, believing that a sustainable lifestyle is practiced in all aspects. He shares his knowledge of growing, heirlooms, seed harvesting, and the art of self-reliance. He is a husband of 17+ years to his inspiring wife Alden and father to his semi-feral, wild-child gamer son. They are both the light of his life.
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