Haywood Handmade Artist Member Sponsorships

The Haywood Handmade Gallery is the heart and soul of the Haywood County Arts Council, nestled in downtown Waynesville. It’s more than just a gallery—it’s a space that nurtures creativity, connects artists with the community, and inspires all who walk through our doors. We showcase seven themed exhibits each year, offering something new and exciting all the time.

Through the Spotlight Artist Sponsorship, you can help keep this space alive for a whole month, fueling the gallery’s day-to-day operations. If you’re looking for a deeper connection, the Featured Artist Sponsorship gives you the chance to support the gallery for an entire year, making a lasting impact on the future of art in the community. Both sponsorships are an opportunity to be part of something special, helping to maintain a place where creativity thrives and artists are truly celebrated!

Contact Tonya Harwood for more information about Sponsorship Opportunities.

The following sponsorships are for Artist Members only, if you would like to become an artist member, learn more here.

Sheri Friedman
Karen Stockwell
Lindsay Keeling

Spotlight Artist: One Month, $25

The Spotlight Artist Sponsorship is a unique opportunity to support gallery operations for an entire month! By becoming a sponsor, you help fund the essential resources needed to maintain the gallery’s day-to-day activities.

  • Your name and artist website are featured on the Haywood County Arts Council’s homepage for the sponsored month.
  • Recognition in the gallery’s monthly email newsletter.
  • Mention in a dedicated social media post thanking all Spotlight Artists for the month.

Featured Artist: One Year, $150

The Featured Artist Sponsorship offers a special chance to support the gallery’s operations for a full year. As a sponsor, you contribute to funding the vital resources required to keep the gallery running smoothly, including exhibition marketing and artist support.

  • All benefits of Spotlight Artist, plus:
  • Your name and website are listed in the Artist Sponsor section on the gallery website for a full year and seven exhibits.
  • Recognition in the Haywood County Arts Council’s Annual Report as a supporting artist sponsor.
  • Highlight in an annual “Thank You to Our Artist Sponsors” social media campaign.