Exhibitions are held two times each year, including a highly regarded annual art exhibition open to all Pacific Northwest artists, and two major members-only shows. Other showing opportunities are continually, and often exclusively, available to members. These include both public and private sector exhibition and locations including the Bellevue Public Regional Library, Crossroads Community Center, and the historical Winter's House in Bellevue.

Community involvement is encouraged by EAFA for its members. EAFA has sponsored volunteer activities with local schools, community centers, and overseas charities. Activities have often centered on providing artwork, art instruction, and art supplies where they might not otherwise be available.

EAFA can help you meet your artistic goals -- whether you are a professional seeking to network with other artists, an amateur seeking opportunities to learn, or a supporter seeking to expand the role of art in your community.

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Meetings are held on the third Thursday morning of each month of each month from September through May. Guest artists demonstrate techniques and speakers present information on a variety of subjects of interest to artists in all media. These meetings encompass both formal and informal segments to allow members to talk with each other, make announcements, ask questions, and make new contacts.

A Newsletter is published monthly for members, August through May, that includes articles on the guest speaker, member profiles, information on upcoming exhibitions and competitions, and recognition of members' accomplishments. It also lists classes and workshops, news about available exhibition space, and current opportunities of a wide variety.

Benefits to members include an instructional video tape library, display grids and other equipment available at reduced rental rates, and reduced fees for entry in the juried exhibition.

NETWORKING with other artists and art patrons is a vital benefit of EAFA membership. There are painting groups, both indoors and plein air, critique groups, and painting excursions organized by EAFA members.