The Union of Artists of Russia is one of the oldest creative associations in the country. Its history began in the middle of the 19th century with the activities of the Association of Traveling Exhibitions and the first congresses of Russian artists. In 1957, the Union acquired the status of a public organization and a branch structure, which is still operating today. Its main goals are the preservation of the cultural heritage of Russia, the promotion of the professional realization of the participants and the development of creative ties between the regions. To join the Union of Artists, desire alone is not enough. The decision to issue a membership card is made by a special commission based on the results of consideration of the documents submitted by the applicant.
Instructions
Step 1
To join the Union of Artists of Russia, you must meet certain formal criteria. A citizen of the Russian Federation over the age of 18, professionally engaged in any kind of fine arts, can become a member of the Union. Applications from artists, restorers, art historians and students studying in these specialties are considered. In addition, folk masters who have created significant works of authorship can be admitted to the Union.
Step 2
Before joining, you must familiarize yourself with the Charter of the Union of Artists of Russia. This document fully gives an idea of the goals, objectives of the Union, directions of its activities, rights and obligations of members. Compliance with the provisions of the Charter is a prerequisite for applicants. Finding the text of the Articles of Association is not difficult. It is posted on the Internet, and is also available in every regional branch of the Union and in libraries of art universities.
Step 3
After studying the Charter, visit the regional branch of the Union of Artists. There you can clarify your questions about the Union's policy and get the documents you need to fill out. In addition, you will get acquainted with the current members of the Union, feel the atmosphere of creative unification. If there are no representatives of the Union in your city, try to find out the address and telephone number of the branch in the neighboring region. This can be done using telephone and address directories, via the Internet, in cultural and art institutions: museums, art galleries, exhibition centers.
Step 4
Then start collecting documents. You must submit to the commission for consideration:
- autobiography;
- an album of reproductions of creative works;
- a list of the main works in chronological order from the beginning of creative activity;
- a list of art exhibitions in which you took part, in chronological order;
- a list of professional creative awards with copies of diplomas, certificates of honor, letters of thanks;
- a list of publications about your work and photocopies of these publications in chronological order;
- a creative description drawn up and signed by an art critic, a member of the Union of Artists of Russia;
- the recommendation of the chairman of the profile section of the regional branch of the Union of Artists of Russia;
- recommendations of three members of the Union of Artists of Russia with at least 5 years of experience;
- certificate from the place of residence;
- a photocopy of your passport;
- a photocopy of the education diploma;
- a photocopy of the tax registration certificate (TIN);
- a photocopy of the pension insurance certificate;
- 4 photos 3x4 cm in size The list of documents can be shortened or supplemented in accordance with the rules of the regional office.
Step 5
The most important part of your portfolio is your artwork album. It must contain at least 20 works. Select the most striking and significant works that characterize you as an artist. Take professional 15x20 cm photos of them. Then glue each photo onto a separate sheet of thick white cardboard. Please enter the complete catalog data for the artwork below.
Step 6
When submitting documents, you will be offered a sample application for joining the Union of Artists and a personal personnel record card, which you will fill out with your own hand.
Step 7
The regional office will then set a date to review your application. At this meeting, you need to be present to present your works. The decision is made on the basis of an assessment of the creative activity and potential capabilities of the applicant. An extract from the minutes of the meeting is sent to the Secretariat of the Union of Artists of Russia for final approval.
Step 8
Artists who have successfully passed the entrance tests are issued a membership card of the Union and a deadline for payment of membership fees is assigned.
