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NSA is always interested in volunteers with a background in art or non-profit organizations. 

NSA Is a 501 c 3  Non Profit Organization. Click here to download our by-laws and learn more about NSA. Mail Donations with a check payable to “The National Society of Artists” and mail to the following address: NSA P.O. Box 1885, Dickinson, TX 77539 OR Click the button below to donate to NSA with a credit card.




History

In 1985 The National Society of Artists (NSA) began as an off-shoot of the Santa Fe Guild of Fine Arts of which Gay Paratore was a charter member. In May of 1985. Officers were elected and with Gay Paratore as president, members chose the name, National Society of Artists.

Before the summer was over, NSA had launched their first National Show, was awarded non-profit status, and was restoring a donated church into an art center.

The first NSA National Show was held in this art center in February of 1986.  Unfortunately the building was torched by an unknown arsonist. Despite this NSA has always met once a month with demonstrations; had two shows a year; and sponsored workshops.

The National Society of Artists was designed to meet the needs of artist who worked in all media, rather than just one. It is a unifying force between artists of different media, styles, techniques, and outlooks. Earning signature membership has become a prestigious symbol of the organization’s growth. NSA has become a beacon on the horizon, charting a due course towards artistic excellence. NSA includes all the visual arts – photography, painting, drawing, computer-generated, sculpture. Through workshops, exhibitions, and competitions, NSA serves the professional and beginning artist, as well as the collector and anyone who enjoys seeing fine art.

NSA members have many opportunities to show their art

  • Membership Shows
  • NSA Web Site – Only a one-time $30 setup fee and a $10 annual fee for a full page.
  • NSA Annual National Juried Show

NSA members have opportunities to expand their art skills and knowledge

  • Programs at the Monthly Meetings
  • Workshops
  • Plein Air Painting

CONTACT NSA – P.O. Box 1885, Dickinson, TX 77539
Email NSA through our Contact page.  Board member’s phone numbers are on the Officers page.