Let’s grow together.
DAC was created by Artists, for Artists.
Your Creative Journey, Your Terms.
Whether you’re here to build a thriving creative career, grow your side hustle, evolve your artistry, or simply find your tribe — you’re in the right place.
At DAC, you get out what you put in. We’re here to invest in our artists, and we know you’re here because you’re ready to invest in yourself.
DAC was created to be different. We’re not your typical art league — we’re a creative education and empowerment organization built by artists, for artists. Community is everything to us, and we deliver opportunities that don’t just change your career — they can transform your creative path and your life.
If you’re ready to take control of your growth, build meaningful connections, and step into your potential, join our DAC family. We’ll be here to support you every step of the way.
What We Do For Artists
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Show & Sell Your Work
From our West Side Creative Market to pop-up shows at the Artpothecary to community group shows. Whether you’re just starting out, or you're a professional looking for space to experiment. We want to connect you with opportunities to grow, share your work, build incredible relationships, and support you in reaching our goals.
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Connection
DAC Artists create relationships that go well beyond our programming. Find your tribe with free Artist-Led groups like DAC Next Edition or Emerge Together. We let our Artists start up their own groups or dive into co-leading with others. We‘re better together. Made for like-minded Artists who want to be part of a community.
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Modern Career Education
We know you have some big questions about your career. From how to price your work, to best marketing practices, best business tips, and more. From our flagship Emerge program, to our Creative Market Artist Incubator, or free content in the Hub available on demand. We got your back.
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Resources & Services
Be part of our searchable public Artist Directory, use our print services, and host your own independent workshop, or maybe your own art show. Find your next opportunity from our exclusive Opportunity Feed.
Want to Learn A Bit More about Creative Market?
We know many Artists join to show with us.
Check out this page with a ton of information about West Side Creative Market prior to joining DAC. Many Artists join DAC just for the market, but end up joining groups, exploring education, and jumping into our family.
FAQ’s About our Membership
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Your membership will auto-renew 1 year from the day you started. If you start your membership 2/1/2025, it will renew 2/1/2026.
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There is an annual $45 investment to be a member of DAC. We invest all of these funds back into our Artist Development programming to continue bringing you incredible programming. DAC never charges application fees.
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First, you fill out our application with easy questions so we can get to know you and your purpose for joining. You will be prompted to pay your $45 fee when you submit. Once you pay, you will be given access to login to our membership area, which grants you access to all of our perks.
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From free in-person groups, on-demand free career-building educational content, access to show with us, complimentary inclusion in our Artist Directory, and more. We have structured our membership to be focused on giving you support, resources, and community rather than just access to art shows.
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We welcome visual artists, performers, chefs, musicians, handmade businesses, writers, and more! Since our programming focuses on Artist success, it really doesn’t matter what your medium is. Food? Tunes? We’re here for it. Many creatives run into the same issues, so we’re here to help.
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Yes! Almost all of our staff started out as Artist members and volunteers. We believe in giving our Artist leaders resources and support to lead their own initiatives, pop-up art shows, community outreach, and more!
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We’re sorry, but all programming is for Artist Members only. You are welcome to come to our public events or come to a Emerge Together on the first Tuesday of the month meeting to see if we’re a good fit.
DAC Membership Benefits
Not sure what to do next?
If you’re on the fence about becoming a member, don’t sweat it! Our team would love to chat with you so you can be sure about joining us. You are welcome to come to our next Emerge Together meeting where you can check out our facilities, meet our team, and get to know other Artists who are growing with DAC.
What Our Artists Have to Say
Our Core Values