The Creative Arts Society, established in 1999, is an Austin based, non-profit 501(c)(3) thriving arts organization actively promoting the development of the “Artist in Everyone” for the expanding growth and diversity of our community. Our vision is to be a vital presence in the community inspiring: Cultural enrichment, Community participation, and respect for diversity. Our goal is to increase awareness and appreciation for and through the Arts. CAS welcomes artists from all backgrounds and supports diversity of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, disability and age.
WELCOME TO CAS!
Not an artist but love art? Sign up for our Art Patron Distribution list and you will be notified of new exhibit events. Contact info will be used for notification of CAS events only and will not be sold or shared outside of CAS.
FEATURED ARTIST Bijal Ghelani
Artist Statement
My lifelong passion for creating art, combined with the discovery of the fleeting beauty of the world through my global travels, has fueled my artistic journey for over a decade. Growing up in India and experiencing the pristine landscapes of Europe has greatly influenced my work. The bright color palette and fine detailed study in my art reflect my true self—simple, full of life, and harmonious. I express my vision through the rich medium of oil, capturing the essence of nature on canvas. With each brushstroke and palette knife marking, I strive to evoke a profound connection between the viewer and the world, inviting them to explore the intricate dance of light and color in the natural world and to appreciate the details that surround us.
2025 MEMBER MEETINGS
Location: Westbank Library 1309 Westbank Dr, Austin, TX 78746
Gathering Room (2nd floor, take immediate right)
Date: Sunday, February 9, 2025
Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm (Networking from 1:30 - 2 pm)
Topic: TBD
Future member meetings:
May 11th
August 10th
December 7th
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Dear members of CAS,
As we begin a new year I wanted to send a note of thanks to all of you for sharing your artwork, your time, and your unique experience with our community. As an all-volunteer nonprofit, it's your contributions that have made CAS the vibrant organization that it is today.
Please join us at our upcoming Q1 Members' Meeting:
Sunday, Feb. 9, 1:30-3:30pm
Westbank Library (1309 Westbank Dr, Austin, 78746), Upstairs Gathering Room.
Membership renewals are open now (click here). I hope you will renew your CAS membership in 2025 to enjoy these benefits:
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Rotating and Curated exhibit opportunities at our ongoing venues
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Special events - we aim for at least 2 special exhibits a year
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In-person meetups - quarterly member meetings and periodic social events
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Volunteer opportunities to get experience organizing shows
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Each year we make donations to several local art-related charitable causes.
As always, please let me or anyone on the board know if you have suggestions or feedback!
Happy new year,
Ratha Grimes
2025 President