WEB SITE ADDRESS FOR THIS NEW ORGANIZATION IS: http://progress.ukonline.co.uk/ assoc/ency23as.htm Fine artists at present are having to deal with the problems of ; on the one hand being professional artists while on the other having to be experts on the leading edge of Internet technology. A situation that undoubtedly diminishes the time (and strength) we can devote to the business of making art! In addition the revenue available (when there is any!) is small, hard to track down and donated on the size and importance of our web site, or organization. All of which dilute ARTIST's efforts and resources. In addition few of us have time toengage in discourse with related academic/art market and museum institutions. Although this would seem to be vital in the development of serious Internet art and recognition. Membership of an association of Fine art websites, museums, Fine Artists could make possible the following: * A shared skills base. Each member would contribute their own expertise for the good of the association * Education & training Online tutorials, courses and advice for members. * A serious Forum An academic platform on which to discuss art matters and ideas. * A distribution network Specific sites worldwide that could actively transport artworks around the world. * Very large amounts of Gallery space A collective could combine many members 'Galleries' into one enormous hyperlinked artspace. * the sponsorship potential The possibilities of major sponsors due to the size and importance of the association membership. * Financial return A basis on which income can be achieved via the Internet for the benefit of members * Help & advice A friendly peer group, somewhere for us to turn in those moments of despair! * Multi platform support Diagnostics for those browser problems...that no-one ever lets you know are making your work look terrible. This newly formed Association will be holding meetings and forums for it's membership, and expects great things in the coming months. Membership fees : Currently, we have no fees, but that may change for those who become members after this initial drive. If you are interested we encourage you to join now. [log in to unmask] EMAIL Mr. Paul Birkeland-Green after visiting our website at: http://progress.ukonline.co.uk/ assoc/ency23as.htm We look forward to your visit and your input. -------------------==== Posted via Deja News ====----------------------- http://www.dejanews.com/ Search, Read, Post to Usenet