By now, we’re all familiar with subscription boxes. From ipsy to KiwiCo, subscription boxes can be a fun way to treat yourself to something special on a regular basis. Similarly, the rise of CSA’s or Community Supported Agriculture, has become an avenue for community members to support small, local farms and a sustainable model of farming. Now imagine, for a moment, those two things combined, but instead of makeup samples or a box full of produce, you got a bunch of art in the mail, and instead of supporting a farmer, you’re supporting an artist.
Enter: the Community Supported Art model. You pay up front for a “subscription” and receive art deliveries during the year. I’ve seen a couple other artists doing an art CSA, and there are also other models like Patreon that do a similar subscription mode where patrons directly support an artist’s work. Now, obviously you can support an artist by purchasing their work directly, but this is a way you can basically front-load the artist’s income, allowing them the freedom to create throughout the year knowing exactly what they need to create to deliver to their patrons.
I think this is a very cool model, especially as someone who has purchased Community Supported Agriculture shares for several years. I love that I’m able to support a local, sustainable, organic farm, and I get deliveries of fresh veggies in return. I also love that directly supporting my local farmer, I’m opting out of an extractive and exploitative capitalist model.
As a Community Supported Art patron you’re doing that same thing for art. You’ll buy a “share” of this year’s art production, and in return you’ll receive two art deliveries, packaged up and sent to you filled with art (as well as some extra perks!).
So if that sounds cool, you can sign up below and get started! There is a limited number of shares each year, so if you’re interested, don’t miss out! Shares will be available now until May 15th!
Like you might get a CSA share from your local farmer, this is a subscription to support the production of artwork. This is a creative way to support my work and get some art goods while you're at it. After all, who doesn't like getting a package in the mail? The 2024 share includes two shipments of assorted new printed artwork. You will be the first to receive newly produced art prints and cards and other fun creative surprises. Price includes free US shipping + two shipments: spring + fall.
