Start a District Chapter

If you live in an area without a district chapter, you may wish to consider starting a new chapter. All it takes is an enthusiastic leader who is willing to find and work with other colored pencil artists toward that goal.

For additional information, email the district chapter development director.

REASONS FOR STARTING A NEW CHAPTER

• To establish a local group of artists that shares a common interest in working with colored pencil and provide artistic growth for its members.
• To be part of a world-wide organization and take advantage of its reputation, knowledge of the medium, and other resources.
• To continue to grow your chapter and CPSA as a whole.
• To help CPSA promote the colored pencil medium by sponsoring local exhibitions, workshops, and establishing a presence in your community.
• To be covered under the nonprofit tax status of CPSA.

REQUIREMENTS FOR STARTING A CHAPTER

• The group must be located within the United States and over two-hours (driving distance) from existing CPSA district chapters.
• Group members must be members in good standing of CPSA (the parent organization) prior to applying for chapter status. CPSA members are free to join as many district chapters as they wish.
• The group must have ten (10) or more members physically close enough to attend meetings in person. We have found that over time it takes at least that many active participants to support a strong, ongoing chapter.
• The group must elect three (3) or more officers/directors including a president, treasurer, and one other such as VP, secretary, webmaster, or newsletter editor.
• The group must establish an online presence (website or Facebook) where they can be found.
• The group must hold four (4) or more meetings (two may be online) during the first year. After that, a district chapter should meet regularly at least twice each year.