About Three Cities Art Club
CELEBRATING 70 YEARS OF CONTINUOUS OPERATION!
Originating from humble beginnings in the living rooms of a small group of artists in 1955, our club has flourished into a thriving community over the years. As our membership has expanded, we now meet at the modern meeting room of the Plymouth Library in 2019.
Guests are always welcome to join us for up to three meetings before deciding to become a member. Our club offers a wealth of opportunities for learning, creativity, and camaraderie. With an affordable seasonal membership fee of $30, members gain access to a range of benefits including discounts on art supplies at D&M Art Studio, a monthly newsletter delivered via email, free professional demonstrations, presentations and workshops across various mediums, critiques of member work, and to participate in two annual member art shows, with opportunities to sell artwork and compete for cash prizes.
Currently, our club boasts a membership of 68 artists hailing from diverse locales such as South Lyon, Chelsea, Ann Arbor, Belleville, and Milford. At our meetings, members have the opportunity to showcase their talents by bringing one or two new works for entry into our Popular Vote competition. Attendees can vote for their top three favorites, with winning artists receiving ribbons. Additionally, at the end of each season during our picnic, cash prizes are awarded to those with the most total votes during the season.
For those seeking further information about our club, specific members, or upcoming exhibitions, please don’t hesitate to contact our president, Marilyn Meredith. You can reach her via phone or text at 313-231-3939, or send her an email at [email protected].
Club Operation
BOARD MEMBERS for 2025-2026:
| Elected Board Position | Volunteer(s) |
| President | Marilyn Meredith |
| Vice President | Sharon Dillenbeck |
| Treasurer | Gwen Roth |
| Secretary | Gwen Roth |
| Volunteer Board Position | Volunteer(s) |
| Exhibitions | Marilyn Meredith & Jade Rosa |
| Gallery at Westland City Hall | Gwen Roth |
| Gallery Set-up Helpers | Jade Rosa, Keith and Terry Haaranczak |
| Historian | Deana Salhaney |
| Hospitality | Angie & Larry Weldon |
| Membership | Marilyn Meredith |
| Newsletter Publisher | Susan Aitken |
| Newsletter Address book & (e)mail | Marilyn Meredith |
| Online Presence (Public Facebook) | Peggy Kerwan |
| Online Presence (Private Facebook) | Gwen Roth |
| Programs | Marilyn Meredith |
| Spotlight | Crez Schwartz |
| Sunshine | Sharlene Welton |
| Sweetwater’s Curator | Peggy Kerwan |
| Tech Suport | Fred Keebler |
| Videos | Peggy Kerwan |
| Website | Fred Keebler |
CLUB BI-LAWS: BI-LAWS
BOARD DUTIES: EXECUTIVE BOARD AND CHAIR POSITION DESCRIPTIONS
SOME THINGS YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:
| Meeting Topic Examples | Some Mediums Featured | Exhibition Opportunities |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-on Workshops | Oil Paint | Fall Member Show at Different Venues Yearly |
| Demonstrations | Acrylics | Spring – Member Show – Westland’s Gallery at City Hall Yearly |
| Inspirational Talks | Watercolors | Open Call for Artists (Juried/Judged) – Westland’s Gallery at City Hall Yearly |
| Mat Cutting | Fabrics | Sweetwater Coffee & Tea – Rotating |
| Framing | Mixed Media | Westland Gallery at City Hall – Rotating |
| Critiques – By Professionals & By Members | Paper Making | Invitations to Area Exhibitions are Shared |
| Resources for Classes & Exhibitions | Glass Fusing | |
| Member Spotlights to Get to Know Members | Encaustic | |
| Unique Art Forms | Scrimshaw | |
| Photography | Pastels | |
| New Ways to Use Mediums | Virtual Painting | |
| Promoting Your Work | Clay |
Our Mission
“The mission of our club is to foster connections among individuals passionate about art, nurturing their creative instincts and providing guidance towards tangible artistic expression. We are dedicated to enhancing the understanding and appreciation of fine art within our local communities through engaging exhibitions and outreach efforts.”
