Tennessee Craft – Southwest
Tennessee Craft—Southwest (formerly MACA) covers Fayette, Lauderdale, Shelby and Tipton counties and is open to everyone interested in fine craft from the beginner to the most accomplished. Artists, students, gallery owners, schools, guilds, co-ops and appreciators are welcome to join. This active chapter is committed to promoting local craft. Shoppers and collectors find our work at craft fairs, trunk shows, art galleries and museums. Member meetings with guest speakers and various outings help individuals succeed and find support in our region.
Visit the Chapter’s Facebook Page.
Chapter Leadership
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- President | Lisa Ritenour
- Vice-President | Dani Banderob
- Secretary | Donna Manley
- Treasurer | Rose Conway
- Board Rep | Patricia Schwarz
- Communications | Leigh Tanner
- Events Coordinator | Vicki Park, Laura Edwards
- Social Chair | Frédérique Zindy
- Hospitality | vacant
- Member At-Large | Pat Chaffee
- Member At-Large | Frederique Zindy
- Member At-Large | Angela Schneider
Upcoming Events/Meetings
Member Meeting
June 6, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: 7th Floor Community Room, Crosstown Concourse
Arrive prior to 6pm for entry to building
Coffee ChatJune 14, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM
Location: East Atrium Lobby by French Truck, Crosstown Concourse
Join us for our Second Saturday Coffee Chat at the French Truck at Crosstown Concourse! Super casual with no agenda … chat, vent, laugh, listen, etc. among friends. Please join us!
TENNESSEE FINE CRAFT SHOWCASE at WKNO Memphis
June 30 – July 25, 2025
The application deadline for the WKNO Gallery 1091 Tennessee Fine Craft Showcase has been extended to June 15. Prizes will be awarded for Best of Show ($300), First ($200), Second ($100) and Third ($50). This show has no restrictions or theme, so you can submit any type of quality work. We hope this will encourage a high level of participation and our wonderful art will fill this beautiful, large gallery space!
Dates:
Show run: June 30 – July 25
Drop off: Friday, June 27, 2 – 4:30 pm
Set-up: Saturday, June 28 at 10 am
Reception: Sunday, July 13, 2 – 4 pm
Take down and art pickup: Saturday, July 26, 10 to 11 am
Important:
— You may save an in-progress application or submit your form online when complete. You will receive a confirmation.
— Don’t forget to pay your fee ($10 for up to 5 pieces). A link will be on the confirmation you receive when your application is submitted.
— Please read information / instructions carefully
— Don’t forget to submit or update your ARTIST PROFILE
— Don’t forget to properly label your image files as requested in the form: last name and title, i.e., Smith_Jo_FireVase.jpg
