Website and Technology Committee

Develop and maintain the architecture and functionality of the website
Interpret the AMCAW brand for the website and digital newsletters
Create new sections, pages, and blog posts on the website as needed, working with the communications and other committees
Execute digital newsletter setup and distribution

Member Engagement Committee

Develop a strategy to nurture existing members ensuring retention and encouraging every member to become an AMCAW promoter
Grow membership through the provision of new initiatives, consistent promotion, and community engagement
Promote member benefits in dynamic ways and through diverse channels to increase the profile of AMCAW
Engage with worldwide metal clay influencers to encourage and promote membership benefits
Seek opportunities for AMCAW to be represented through online channels
Engage with the wider artistic community at conferences and other events, including those focused on metal clay as well as those representing other mediums or disciplines

Guild Support Committee

Create resources to help new guilds get started
Develop meeting topics and other tools to help existing guilds prosper
Create and test a virtual guild concept
Identify and foster connections between members who are interested in being in a guild

Finance Committee

Develop annual budgets to reflect organizational priorities.
Develop accounting systems and practices to provide financial support and guidance to the organization.
Assist and the support the Executive Board during annual audits.
Prepare all financial documents included submissions to state and federal authorities.

Fundraising Committee

Foster relationships to secure corporate sponsorships
Develop strategies to encourage private donations
Identify and apply for grant funding
Create other opportunities to raise funds, such raffles or auctions
Solicit giveaways for prizes and conference goody bags

Education Committee

Curate existing available resources and present the information so it’s useful and relevant for beginner, intermediate and advanced audiences
Create new educational content for artists of all levels
Develop challenges to push the community to stretch and grow
Generate tutorials and other educational content to be shared via trade media partners under the AMCAW banner
Develop educational content for newsletters, blogs, etc
Curate and create business development resources to help metal clay artists be successful in the business of teaching and selling their work
Develop metal clay curriculum resources for high school and university programs

Curating for Excellence Committee

Develop printed high-end juried publications
Facilitate juried online showcases
Seek opportunities for juried gallery and museum exhibits
Provide judging for challenges
Identify opportunities to provide jurors for non-AMCAW exhibits or publications

Conference Committee

Plan and execute high quality AMCAW conferences on a recurring basis
Ensure that the conferences have an international scope
Possibly provide support to regional conferences

Communications Committee

Create and share content and moderate discussion on social media platforms
Develop digital newsletter content for members and non-members
Generate blog content
Pursue opportunities to promote AMCAW via PR and trade media
Provide editing support to the entire organization to ensure consistent voice in our messages
Provide graphic support to the entire organization to ensure consistent branding of our materials
Provide marketing communications and strategy support for initiatives across the entire organization to ensure consistent messaging and branding

Advanced Studies Committee

The mission of this Committee is to support and engage members of the world-wide metal clay community by developing and implementing practical, hands-on educational programs, welcoming makers of all skill levels and perspectives, and providing guidance as they pursue a higher level of personal excellence.

AMCAW Artist Showroom

Explore fabulous handcrafted art for sale, created by dozens of artists from all over the world! Jewelry and collectibles created by artists in our showroom are made from recycled metals, and are an environmentally responsible choice. Just click on an artist’s image and you’ll go directly to his or her site to view their work online. You’ll be purchasing art directly from the artists who create it!

Jayne Roth stone set earrings — Jayne Roth
Blind Bliss Jewels

Dawn Hemstreet
Hawk Hummingbird Moon Studio

Image of a glass set pendant — Kathy Moon
Moonkissed Gem & Mineral Creations

Monique Perry jewelry — Monique Perry
Monique's Art Jewelry

Liz Sabol man in the moon — Liz Sabol
Liz Sabol Jewelry Art

Helen Sharpe
Helen Sharpe Jewellery and Glass

Image of a silver clay pendant — Katie Nyborg
Embezzled Metals

Marianne Donohoe
Grey Clouds & Silver Linings

Susan Woodhall ring — Susan Woodhall
Wild Dove Studio

Becca Chandler pendant — Becca Chandler
Becca Chandler Handcrafted Jewelry

Barbara Remick
Sweet Cedar Jewelry Design

Add Your Store

The AMCAW Artist Showroom is provided a service to members of the Alliance for Metal Clay Arts Worldwide.
AMCAW gets no fee or commission on any purchases.
All purchases are made directly from the artists, and will be subject to their individual shipping and returns policies.
AMCAW is not responsible for shipping, items lost or broken in transit, or return issues.
AMCAW is not responsible for the quality of the work offered at the sites linked above. Any questions or concerns should be directed to the artist.

Website and Technology Committee

Member Engagement Committee

Guild Support Committee

Finance Committee

Fundraising Committee

Education Committee

Curating for Excellence Committee

Conference Committee

Communications Committee

Advanced Studies Committee

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