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Art Techniques Library

The National Art Foundation is building a growing Art Techniques Library where people can explore how art is created across many disciplines — painting, sculpture, crafts, ceramics, digital art and more.

People who are curious about art, or looking to find a creative direction that suits them, can use this library as a starting point to explore artistic techniques and methods used by practicing artists.

Members can discover practical techniques, learn new skills, and gain insight into how different materials and processes work in the hands of experienced creators.

This library is meant to be useful for everyone:

  • young people discovering art for the first time

  • adults exploring a new hobby

  • practicing artists looking to expand their skills

  • experienced creators sharing their knowledge

  • veterans and others seeking creative expression and focus

Whether someone is picking up a pencil for the first time or refining a craft developed over years, the goal is simple:

to make artistic knowledge accessible and shared within the NAF community.

Knowledge shared is knowledge preserved.

Members of the National Art Foundation can explore the full Techniques Library and contribute their own methods to help other artists learn and grow.

To access the full Art Techniques Library, we invite you to join the National Art Foundation.
Members can explore techniques from many artistic disciplines and contribute their own methods to help fellow artists learn and grow.

Membership Levels

Studio Artist

You create art independently, whether as a sideline or a personal hobby, and want an easy to-use, pro presentation for your work

Membership includes

  • Personal artist profile
  • Show up to 5 pieces of artwork
  • Contact & website links
  • Access to artist groups & community
  • Optional participation in features & calls

  • $4.99 per month
  • charged annually, cancel anytime
Join as Studio Artist

Career Artist

You not only create, but take on commissioned projects, restorations and work on large scale assignments.

Membership includes

  • Expanded artist profile
  • Show up to 15 pieces of artwork
  • Public designation as a Career Artist
  • Eligibility for paid placements and features
  • Member discounts on select platform services

  • $6.99 per month

  • charged annually, cancel anytime
Join a Career Artist

Corporate

For performing artists, artistic groups, arts & crafts suppliers, and cultural venues including museums, theaters, and fairs.

Membership includes

  • Organization or venue profile
  • Presentation of services, events, or offerings
  • Direct connection to artists and members
  • Eligibility for paid visibility placements
  • Member pricing on select platform services

  • $19.99 per month
  • charged annually, cancel anytime
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Schools

For Schools and School Districts supporting student, teacher, and parent participation in NAF arts programs.

Membership includes

  • School or district profile
  • Free student sign-ups (limited number)
  • Discounted access for teachers & parents
  • Participation in competitions & showcases
  • Visibility within the NAF education network

  • $300 per year
  • Ask for ISD Discounts
Join Now