2025-04-11T16:07:00-07:00 2024-12-31 990EZ 2024-01-01 933316784 DRIPPING SPRINGS ART LEAGUE INC DRIP 2817859884 5600 NW CENTRAL DRIVE SUITE 202 HOUSTON TX 77092 Ivy Sheppard Treasurer 5126957590 2025-04-02 1 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X X https://artindripping.com/ X X 35137 X 7990 7167 9280 3 0 0 0 0 10697 9817 880 0 0 0 0 25320 0 0 0 0 0 98 12883 12981 12339 1339 0 13678 1339 13678 0 0 0 0 1339 13678 0 0 1339 13678 To promote and support the visual arts in the Dripping Springs community by providing educational programs, exhibition opportunities, and outreach events for local artists and the public. 1. Local Art Exhibitions Through Business Partnerships The League coordinated and executed five themed art calls to curate rotating exhibitions of member artwork in local Dripping Springs businesses. Selected pieces were professionally displayed with the artist's name, title, dimensions, medium, and price, along with a QR code for direct sales inquiries. This program provided members with increased visibility, real-world exhibition experience, and opportunities for sales, while strengthening ties between the arts and local commerce. 0 0 2. Business of Art 2024 for Artists-The League hosted three professional development and creative workshops exclusively for members. Topics included a business panel session with local experts, 'How to Get into Galleries', 'How to Market Your Art', 'How to Prepare for Markets'. These events helped artists grow both professionally and personally, equipping them with tools to succeed in their creative careers and deepen their craft. 0 0 3. Family Art Days for Children and Teens The League organized monthly Family Art Days designed to engage children and teens in hands-on creative expression. Each session featured a themed craft project, encouraging exploration of various materials and techniques in a supportive environment. These events were free and open to the public, providing consistent access to the arts for youth and families in the Dripping Springs community. 0 0 4. Community Art Markets The League hosted four public art markets featuring local artists and makers, held at a popular Dripping Springs brewery and the central "Triangle" area in the heart of town. These events provided artists with opportunities to display and sell their work directly to the public while fostering community connection through live art, music, and family-friendly gathering spaces. The markets supported dozens of creators throughout the year and enhanced visibility for the local arts scene. 0 0 5. "Art Lounge" at Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival In partnership with the City of Dripping Springs and the Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival, the League curated and hosted a large "Art Lounge" tented gallery space showcasing a diverse range of member artwork for sale. The activation included multiple art mediums and small, covered seating areas where attendees could enjoy the festival atmosphere surrounded by local creativity. This high-visibility event introduced hundreds of festival-goers to local visual artists and generated significant exposure and sales opportunities for League members. 0 0 6. Public Art Installation on Mercer Street - "Stars of Dripping Springs" The League coordinated a special art call funded by the City of Dripping Springs that awarded stipends to seven member artists to design and build large, multidimensional star sculptures. Each star represented a unique aspect of Dripping Springs culture or identity. The completed works were unveiled at a public event and now serve as permanent installations along Mercer Street, enhancing the city's visual landscape and highlighting the role of local artists in shaping the community's public spaces. 0 0 7. Club Hub Member-Led Programs In 2024, the Dripping Springs Art League launched the Club Hub, a dynamic, member-driven initiative designed to foster creative exploration, collaboration, and community. Managed entirely by League members, the Club Hub supports 16 active art-focused clubs, each organized around a specific medium or shared interest. These include: Fiber Arts, Digital Arts, Murals, Collaborative Critiques, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Metal & Sculpture, Ceramics, Plein Air, Glass, Veterans Art Club, Day Trips, Acrylics, Woo-Woo, Oils, and PODS (Photographers of Dripping Springs). Each club operates independently, offering peer-led workshops, outings, critiques, and ongoing engagement throughout the year. The Club Hub model has significantly deepened member participation, enriched artistic development, and strengthened the League's sense of creative community. 0 0 0 Stephen Friedman President 30 0 0 0 Jennifer Friedman Vice President 15 0 0 0 Ivy Sheppard Treasurer 5 0 0 0 Allison Buckner Secretary 5 0 0 0 Starlia Phillips Fundraising 10 0 0 0 Jenny Swannack Art in Public Spaces 5 0 0 0 Celeste Perez Smith Clubs 5 0 0 0 Alison Cairns Publicity 10 0 0 0 Tiffany Sierras Markets 5 0 0 0 Gretchen Edelmon Technology 10 0 0 0 Linda Moon Outreach 5 0 0 0 Amy Nelipovich Special Projects 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TX Ivy Sheppard 5600 NW CENTRAL DRIVE SUITE 202 HOUSTON TX 77092 5126957590 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X 2150 7990 10140 20 17271 17291 2680 9280 11960 0 0 0 4850 34541 39391 39391 3 3 0 0 0 0 3 3 0 0 0 4850 34544 39394 X Night To Inspire 10697 6700 3997 0 0 950 6815 435 1617 0 0 10697 6700 3997 0 0 950 6815 435 1617 9817 -5820 Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 Description;Amount^Administrative Expense;1488|Advertising Expense;3289|Auto Parking Expense;3|Bank Fees;0|Charitable Donation;50|Dues and Licenses;412|Insurance Expense Directors and Officers and Liability;906|Meal Expense Networking and Recognition Events;2430|Merchant Processing Expense;1257|Permit Expense;125|Program Expense Workshops and Markets;2239|T Shirt Expense;684|No description;0^Total;12883^