Accredited Professional Membership

Accredited Professional Membership | $160 per year + Insurance

The Accredited Professional Membership is the highest tier of membership at Craft + Design Canberra. It is granted to individuals who apply for accreditation and demonstrate a practice of artistic excellence, as assessed by a panel of peers.

Accredited Professional Membership is by application only.

Before applying for this membership, please read the following information about the application, insurance, and membership benefits:

Membership with Insurance | Membership $160 + Insurance $200 = $360 per year

 

This insurance package includes Public & Products Liability and Professional Indemnity, and Personal Accident coverage. It is available to visual artists, craftspeople, designers, curators, installers, registrars, conservators and arts administrators.

Coverage Details:

·         Public and Products Liability: $20,000,000

·         Professional Indemnity: $5,000,000

·         Property in physical or legal control: $250,000

·         Personal Accident up to $1,000 per week*

*For additional options for Personal Accident coverage, please contact Craft + Design Canberra at membership@craftanddesigncanberra.org

The insurance is managed on a group basis, with monthly processing handled in batches. Documents are subsequently sent to members in the following month. Please allow time for processing. Coverage does not begin immediately upon payment and may be subject to a delay.

For any questions and inquiries, please contact Craft + Design Canberra at membership@craftanddesigncanberra.org

Policy Documents

Benefits

  • Insurance Options: Gain access to essential Public Liability and Personal Accident Insurance packages, ensuring your artistic pursuits are protected.
  • Gallery Fee Waiver: Enjoy the privilege of having up to $8000 in gallery fees and in-kind support waived for exhibitions, making it easier and more affordable to display your work.
  • Personalised Directory Page: Elevate your artistic identity with a personalised page in the Craft + Design Canberra Members Directory on our website, allowing you to express who you are as an artist and your creative interests.
  • Shop Discounts: Receive a 10% discount when shopping at the Craft + Design Canberra Shop in person, with additional discounts during our exclusive Happy Hour flash sales.
  • Professional Development: Take advantage of exclusive opportunities for professional growth by applying for programs such as the Artist-in-Residency, CO: LAB, Ready Set Market and the Creative Journal Challenge, fostering connections within our vibrant artistic community.
  • Members Exhibition: Highlight your work by applying for the Annual Members Exhibition, providing a platform to connect with fellow members and display your creative endeavours.
  • Shop Sales: Apply to sell your craft objects and goods through the Craft + Design Canberra Shop, offering exposure and sales opportunities.
  • CAPO Grants: Eligibility for prestigious Craft + Design Canberra member CAPO grants, including the Craft + Design Canberra Outstanding Practice award ($2000) and the Craft + Design Emerging Artist Award ($500).
  • Grant Support: Receive valuable letters of support for grant applications, a critical asset in securing external funding for your projects.
  • Voting Rights: Participate in the decision-making process by exercising your voting rights at the Craft + Design Canberra Annual General Meeting, shaping the organisation's future.
  • Exhibition Openings: Stay connected and informed about the latest exhibitions held in our space through exclusive invitations to Craft + Design Canberra exhibition openings.
  • Community Access: Join the Craft + Design Canberra community to connect with like-minded individuals and collaboration opportunities with fellow members.
  • Committee Opportunities: Participate in the Craft + Design Canberra Artistic Committee to peer review applications for multiple programs.
  • Signature Exhibitions: Be considered for participation in select Craft + Design Canberra signature exhibitions, opening doors to a broader audience and potential recognition.
  • Newsletters: Stay well-informed about the latest updates, events, and happenings in the artistic community through regular Craft + Design Canberra newsletters, ensuring you never miss out on exciting opportunities.

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For assistance or to renew, please contact us at membership@craftanddesigncanberra.org

 

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