About Our Gallery & Association
The Harford Artists’ Association, Inc. (HAA) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of art in Harford County. HAA was organized in 1967 and incorporated in 1970. Our gallery was established in October 2009 through an agreement with the Town of Bel Air, becoming the anchor for the Town of Bel Air’s Arts and Entertainment District. Our membership is open to individuals, families, students, and anyone interested in participating in or supporting the arts. Our annual membership meeting is held in the spring. The Association offers educational programs, art exhibits, workshops, art lectures, demonstrations and community outreach projects organized and executed by our active and growing membership. The Association also runs the Harford Artists’ Gallery, in which members can exhibit and sell their work. HAA has received grants from the Maryland State Arts Council, (through the Harford County Cultural Arts Board), Harford County Housing & Community Development, and the Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission. Strengthening our educational goal, HAA annually awards a scholarship(s) to a student(s) of the Fine Arts.
Our Mission Statement
Our purpose is to promote interest in and appreciation for art in Harford County; to conduct and enhance educational programs and activities in the visual arts through art lectures, demonstrations, workshops and community projects; to encourage members in expanding their artistic abilities; and to provide our members with opportunities to present their artwork for display and educational purposes.
The gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday. All visitors are welcome to the Gallery during business hours.
The HAA gallery is also receptive to private tours for youth groups, schools (primary and secondary) and senior citizens (Gallery is ADA compliant). Other special interest groups are always welcome. Contact the Gallery Director if you’re interested in a private or large group guided tour; all tours are free.
WHAT WE DO
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The Gallery exhibits 2D and 3D Art by local Harford County Artists.
The Gallery also offers
opening receptions, hands-on workshops, and other events throughout the year.
Come in today to enjoy local art created by our amazingly talented roster of artists. Take home your favorite piece(s) to enjoy or, find the perfect, unique gift for a loved one or colleague, and know that your purchase goes directly to supporting local Harford Artists!
WHAT WE OFFER
Workshops & Events
The HAA gallery offers a wide range of accessible workshops for all interests. Our Sunday Drop in Workshop's are a low cost workshop series that are a great way to try new mediums that you may not otherwise think to explore. The Gallery multi purpose room can accommodate 10 – 12 people for small, private workshops for youth groups, schools (primary and secondary) and senior citizens (Gallery is ADA compliant). Other special interest groups are also welcome. If interested in conducting a workshop (HAA membership required) , please contact our Gallery Director.
Visit our Workshops Page for the most up-to-date information on current and future Workshops and Events on the calendar.
Satellite Locations
A Satellite Location is a local Harford County business that has welcomed an agreement with the Harford Artists’ Association to offer their walls as an “Exhibit” space. HAA Satellite Locations provide our members the opportunity to display their artwork for sale at local businesses in Harford County, helping us bring local art to the community.
Find out more about HAA Satellite Locations, here, or contact our Satellite Director.
Community Outreach
The Harford Artists’ Association is dedicated to promoting the Visual Arts and giving back in Harford County through our Community Outreach programs.
Scholarships
The Harford Artists’ Scholarship was established in 2012 and offers a $500 scholarship annually for student(s) enrolled in the Art and Design Program at Harford Community College. Awards may be applied to tuition, fees, and books. Portfolio submission is reviewed by Art and Design faculty. Contact the Harford Community Financial Aid Office for portfolio requirements. Recipient must attend one Harford Artists’ Association meeting.
Selection Criteria
Full-time enrollment required (12+ credits per semester)
Financial need not considered (FAFSA not required)
Requires one letter of recommendation
Enrollment in Art and Design Fine Art AA Program
Scholarship application must be submitted through Harford Community College on-line at: https://www.harford.edu/admissions/financial-aid/types/scholarships/index.php
LOCATION
The HAA Gallery is located in Suite 104 of the Armory Marketplace behind the historic Armory in Bel Air, 37 N. Main Street in the Town of Bel Air business district.
Access can be gained by the bricked walkway on the side of the Armory through Ward Park or through the gate to the parking lot on Lee Street.
Metered parking is also available on Main Street; parking is free after 5 pm and on weekends. There are several lots with varying parking time limits throughout the town (click here for Public Parking Guide).
MEET OUR
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Have a question, comment, or concern? We are listening! Please send an email to your Board of Directors as a whole at, haaboard@artinharford.org, or individually from their contact information in the table, below.
President Kim Bender
Past President Mary Anne Tremblay
HAApastpresident@artinharford.org
Vice President Dempsey Nash
HAAvicepresident@artinharford.org
Secretary Sue Anne Peters
Treasurer Carrie Tipperreiter
Development Marisa Canino
haadevdirector@artinharford.org
Membership OPEN
HAAmembership@artinharford.org
Gallery & Exhibits Director Artkina Celestin
HAAGalleryDirector@artinharford.org
Facilities & Equipment Richard Moure
HAAFacilities@artinharford.org
Publicity & Public Relations OPEN
HAApublicitydirector@artinharford.org
Communications Alexandra Kopp
HAAcommunications@artinharford.org
Programs & Workshops OPEN
HAAProgramsDirector@artinharford.org
Website & IT Cassaundra Parrish
Member-at-Large Marian Pritt
HAA-Member-At-Large-MP@artinharford.org
Member-at-Large Susan Gugliuzza
HAA-Member-At-Large-SG@artinharford.org
Members at Large are your connection to the Board of Directors. They attend Board meetings and are here to help you navigate through any questions you may have when you may not feel comfortable going directly to a Board Member. They can also bring any of your concerns directly to the Board (anonymously if you wish) for discussion during our monthly meeting.
Overview of the Board
The Executive Board meets once a month, usually on the second Monday of each month, at The Harford Artists’ Gallery, 37 N. Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air. The President may occasionally change the date and time of the board meeting or may call a special board meeting to address time-sensitive issues.
Any HAA member is welcome to attend a Board meeting. Any issues you may wish to address can be placed on the agenda by contacting the President in advance or by discussing with one of your Members-at-Large to bring to the Board. Non-Board members may participate in discussion or present reports at the discretion of the President, but may not make motions or vote. (By-Laws, Article IV)
Are you interested in supporting the Arts and Artists of Harford County as an Elected Member of our Board? Please reach out to our Nominating Committee (NominatingCommittee@artinharford.org) for inclusion on our upcoming Ballot. Executive Board Positions are voted every even-numbered year at the Annual Membership Meeting. Is 2024 your time to shine for the Arts?
Position Descriptions
The following Responsibilities and Expectations by position were approved by the Board December, 2021.
All HAA governing positions are filled by dedicated community volunteers committed to our Mission: Supporting the Arts and Artists of Harford County.
Our Purpose is to promote interest in and appreciation for art in Harford County; to conduct and enhance educational programs and activities in the visual arts through art lectures, demonstrations, workshops and community projects; to encourage members in expanding their artistic abilities; and to provide our members with opportunities to present their artwork for display and educational purposes. (Member Handbook, HAA Mission, pg. 1)
Executive Board
(Member Elected)
President
The President shall preside at all meetings of the Executive Board. The President shall, with advice and counsel of the Executive Board, select all committee chairpersons and assist in the selection of committee personnel. The President shall be an ex-officio member of all committees.
Vice-President
The Vice President shall exercise the powers and authority and perform the duties of the President in the absence or disability of the President.
Treasurer
The Treasurer shall maintain control of all bank accounts of the Association as directed by the Executive Board. The treasurer shall prepare and present a monthly Treasurer’s Report showing the financial condition of the Association at the Executive Board meeting and at member Business meetings. The Treasurer shall maintain an accurate list of members, including addresses and telephone numbers, and shall advise the Membership Chair. The Membership Chair shall notify the appropriate personnel of the members who are no longer in good standing.
Secretary
The Secretary shall keep the minutes of all meetings of the Association and of the Executive Board, shall oversee the maintenance of a permanent record of the minutes in Association storage, and shall ensure the issuance of notices. The Secretary shall also serve as the Association Historian.
Standing Committee Chairpersons
(Board Appointed)
Chairpersons for the HAA Standing Committees are appointed by Elected Members of the Executive Board and are voting members of the Executive Board (HAA Handbook, pg. 5 & By-Laws, Article V). Position summaries and detailed position descriptions are currently in draft and under review by the Board.
In general, committee chairpersons are responsible for oversight and organization of the committee, as well as preparing an agenda for their committee’s meetings and reporting committee activity to the Executive Board. Each committee must submit budget requirements for meeting their goals to the Board so that an overall HAA budget can be constructed and presented for approval by the Board.
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Gallery
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Development
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Membership
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