Graphic Artists Guild
2248 Broadway #1341
New York, NY 10024
Tel: (212) 791-3400
The South Region provides an ever-expanding range of resources and opportunities for Guild members in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, 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 the South Region 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
July
27jul2:00 pm6:00 pmPencils in the PubAn evening of fun and "bad art"!
20240707 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Museum of Bad Art inside the Dorchester Brewing Company
1250 Massachusetts Ave
We’re thrilled to invite you to our special in-person event, “Pencils in the Pub,” on Saturday, July 27th, from 2-6 pm in Boston. We’ll gather at Museum Of Bad
We’re thrilled to invite you to our special in-person event, “Pencils in the Pub,” on Saturday, July 27th, from 2-6 pm in Boston. We’ll gather at Museum Of Bad Art, MOBA, inside the Dorchester Brewing Company, 1250 Mass Avenue, Boston. Join us for a unique opportunity to appreciate “bad” art, unwind, connect with fellow artists, and create in an inspiring setting. Can any art made by the human hand truly be “bad”?
Bring your sketchbook and join us for an afternoon of creativity and enjoyment. Artists of all skill levels are encouraged to participate!
We look forward to seeing you there!
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20240707 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Society of Illustrators
128 East 63rd Street
Join us for a Drink n’ Draw event with the Graphic Artists Guild in partnership with Xencelabs and The Crafter’s Workshop on Saturday, July 27, from 2-6pm. This event offers a unique opportunity
Join us for a Drink n’ Draw event with the Graphic Artists Guild in partnership with Xencelabs and The Crafter’s Workshop on Saturday, July 27, from 2-6pm. This event offers a unique opportunity for artists of all skill levels to come together, socialize, and draw in a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere.
The bar and the patio will be open throughout the event. From 3-5pm, we will have a costumed model for attendees to sketch. Freddy Tutiven, the Creative Director and co-owner of Fun Ideas LLC and toy design instructor at FIT, will demo the Xencelabs Pen Display 24, a top-of-the-line tool for digital artists.
Attendees will not only have the opportunity to try the Xencelabs Pen Display 24, but the chance to win a Pen Tablet Medium Bundle during the raffle. More prizes will be announced at the event and each attendee will receive a free gift from The Crafter’s Workshop.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow artists, enhance your skills, and possibly win some amazing raffle items. We look forward to seeing you there!
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28jul1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
20240707 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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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August
20240808 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Hey there, graphic artists! It’s time to grab a cup of your favorite brew, get comfy, and join us as the Guild Goes Live! Guild Goes Live is our energetic
Hey there, graphic artists!
It’s time to grab a cup of your favorite brew, get comfy, and join us as the Guild Goes Live!
Guild Goes Live is our energetic and inspiring monthly LIVE broadcast, hosted by our very own Guild President Yanique DaCosta. It is your chance to immerse yourself in the world of creativity and resourceful solutions.
What’s in store for you?
Ready to join the party?
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded graphic artists, learn from current Guild members, and gain valuable insights from the Graphic Artists Guild’s leadership.
Join us as the Guild Goes Live and let’s unleash our creative spirits together!
First Friday of Every Month
1 pm ET / 12 pm CT
11 am MT/ 10 am PT
Watch our Live Stream from these Platforms:
Get to know our awesome host, Yanique DaCosta. MFA
Yanique is a passionate graphic designer and fine artist on a mission to empower fellow creatives. From a solopreneur to the proud owner of a thriving, fully remote design firm, she’s been there and done it all! With her decade of experience in brand development and advertising, Yanique brings a fresh and exciting perspective to the Graphic Artists Guild, launching member-centric initiatives like Guild Chat, Guild Chat LIVE, and Monthly Member Spotlights.
Yanique has worn many hats within the Graphic Artists Guild, including Southern Regional Representative (2016-2019), At-Large Representative (2019-2021), Treasurer (2021-2023), and ICoD Delegate (2018-Present).
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21aug2:00 pm3:00 pmThe Critical Path to Client ConversionLearn how to attract high-value clients!
20240808 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
You didn’t get into business for yourself to spend your precious time and energy working for clients who are less than ideal. You know—the ones who question your
You didn’t get into business for yourself to spend your precious time and energy working for clients who are less than ideal. You know—the ones who question your pricing, habitually miss deadlines for getting you project info, and expect a lot more than you’d agreed to in your SOW. Really great clients were once promising prospects who were once a lead that came to you through referral or your own marketing efforts. The question is: How to get more of these right-fit people and more consistently? This workshop will walk you through the steps for client attraction that offer a tried-and-true path no matter your industry, preferred marketing channel, or size of business.
You’ll leave knowing:
Presenter:
Lisa Mullis
As a brand strategist and copywriter, Lisa helps service-based professionals clarify their messaging and streamline their marketing so they work with better clients, regain their time, and take home more money.
Lisa spent 11 years as founder and creative director of a full service design studio. During this time she witnessed many clients struggle with the copy for their websites and other marketing collateral. Armed with her journalism degree and a penchant for creative writing, Lisa began helping clients find the clarity and language they needed to sell their services.
Today, through Paraphrase Communications, Lisa brings together 20+ years of messaging, marketing, and small business acumen and a team of tech specialists to help coaches, consultants, and creatives build their businesses. New business owners get clearly defined brand positioning and the words that win clients—online and in real life. Advanced business owners are able to improve profit and predictability within their organization through high-converting marketing funnels.
Find Lisa online at:
Email: lisa@paraphrasecomm.com
Instagram: @paraphrasecommunications
LinkedIn: Lisa Mullis
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20240808 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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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28aug7:00 pm8:30 pmShow Off & TellShow off, Share, and Schmooze with the Graphic Artists Guild!
20240808 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
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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Regional Representative:
Brittany Lewis
south-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
OK, AR, TN, NC, SC, TX, LA, MS, AL, GA, FL, International
WEST REGION
AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, WY, UT, WA, International
27jul2:00 pm6:00 pmPencils in the PubAn evening of fun and "bad art"!
20240707 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Museum of Bad Art inside the Dorchester Brewing Company
1250 Massachusetts Ave
We’re thrilled to invite you to our special in-person event, “Pencils in the Pub,” on Saturday, July 27th, from 2-6 pm in Boston. We’ll gather at Museum Of Bad
We’re thrilled to invite you to our special in-person event, “Pencils in the Pub,” on Saturday, July 27th, from 2-6 pm in Boston. We’ll gather at Museum Of Bad Art, MOBA, inside the Dorchester Brewing Company, 1250 Mass Avenue, Boston. Join us for a unique opportunity to appreciate “bad” art, unwind, connect with fellow artists, and create in an inspiring setting. Can any art made by the human hand truly be “bad”?
Bring your sketchbook and join us for an afternoon of creativity and enjoyment. Artists of all skill levels are encouraged to participate!
We look forward to seeing you there!
More about this event.
20240707 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Society of Illustrators
128 East 63rd Street
Join us for a Drink n’ Draw event with the Graphic Artists Guild in partnership with Xencelabs and The Crafter’s Workshop on Saturday, July 27, from 2-6pm. This event offers a unique opportunity
Join us for a Drink n’ Draw event with the Graphic Artists Guild in partnership with Xencelabs and The Crafter’s Workshop on Saturday, July 27, from 2-6pm. This event offers a unique opportunity for artists of all skill levels to come together, socialize, and draw in a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere.
The bar and the patio will be open throughout the event. From 3-5pm, we will have a costumed model for attendees to sketch. Freddy Tutiven, the Creative Director and co-owner of Fun Ideas LLC and toy design instructor at FIT, will demo the Xencelabs Pen Display 24, a top-of-the-line tool for digital artists.
Attendees will not only have the opportunity to try the Xencelabs Pen Display 24, but the chance to win a Pen Tablet Medium Bundle during the raffle. More prizes will be announced at the event and each attendee will receive a free gift from The Crafter’s Workshop.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow artists, enhance your skills, and possibly win some amazing raffle items. We look forward to seeing you there!
More about this event.
28jul1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
20240707 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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.
20240808 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Hey there, graphic artists! It’s time to grab a cup of your favorite brew, get comfy, and join us as the Guild Goes Live! Guild Goes Live is our energetic
Hey there, graphic artists!
It’s time to grab a cup of your favorite brew, get comfy, and join us as the Guild Goes Live!
Guild Goes Live is our energetic and inspiring monthly LIVE broadcast, hosted by our very own Guild President Yanique DaCosta. It is your chance to immerse yourself in the world of creativity and resourceful solutions.
What’s in store for you?
Ready to join the party?
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded graphic artists, learn from current Guild members, and gain valuable insights from the Graphic Artists Guild’s leadership.
Join us as the Guild Goes Live and let’s unleash our creative spirits together!
First Friday of Every Month
1 pm ET / 12 pm CT
11 am MT/ 10 am PT
Watch our Live Stream from these Platforms:
Get to know our awesome host, Yanique DaCosta. MFA
Yanique is a passionate graphic designer and fine artist on a mission to empower fellow creatives. From a solopreneur to the proud owner of a thriving, fully remote design firm, she’s been there and done it all! With her decade of experience in brand development and advertising, Yanique brings a fresh and exciting perspective to the Graphic Artists Guild, launching member-centric initiatives like Guild Chat, Guild Chat LIVE, and Monthly Member Spotlights.
Yanique has worn many hats within the Graphic Artists Guild, including Southern Regional Representative (2016-2019), At-Large Representative (2019-2021), Treasurer (2021-2023), and ICoD Delegate (2018-Present).
More about this event.
21aug2:00 pm3:00 pmThe Critical Path to Client ConversionLearn how to attract high-value clients!
20240808 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
You didn’t get into business for yourself to spend your precious time and energy working for clients who are less than ideal. You know—the ones who question your
You didn’t get into business for yourself to spend your precious time and energy working for clients who are less than ideal. You know—the ones who question your pricing, habitually miss deadlines for getting you project info, and expect a lot more than you’d agreed to in your SOW. Really great clients were once promising prospects who were once a lead that came to you through referral or your own marketing efforts. The question is: How to get more of these right-fit people and more consistently? This workshop will walk you through the steps for client attraction that offer a tried-and-true path no matter your industry, preferred marketing channel, or size of business.
You’ll leave knowing:
Presenter:
Lisa Mullis
As a brand strategist and copywriter, Lisa helps service-based professionals clarify their messaging and streamline their marketing so they work with better clients, regain their time, and take home more money.
Lisa spent 11 years as founder and creative director of a full service design studio. During this time she witnessed many clients struggle with the copy for their websites and other marketing collateral. Armed with her journalism degree and a penchant for creative writing, Lisa began helping clients find the clarity and language they needed to sell their services.
Today, through Paraphrase Communications, Lisa brings together 20+ years of messaging, marketing, and small business acumen and a team of tech specialists to help coaches, consultants, and creatives build their businesses. New business owners get clearly defined brand positioning and the words that win clients—online and in real life. Advanced business owners are able to improve profit and predictability within their organization through high-converting marketing funnels.
Find Lisa online at:
Email: lisa@paraphrasecomm.com
Instagram: @paraphrasecommunications
LinkedIn: Lisa Mullis
More about this event.
20240808 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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.
More about this event.
28aug7:00 pm8:30 pmShow Off & TellShow off, Share, and Schmooze with the Graphic Artists Guild!
20240808 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
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.