Highpoint Artists' Cooperative
The Highpoint Artists' Cooperative is accepting applications for new members. HP’s co-op artists are provided key card access to a fully-equipped printmaking facility where they can independently work in the space between 8 am-midnight, seven days a week.
Some benefits of membership include the opportunity to show work in our semi-annual co-op exhibitions (main gallery) or through a solo show in our Threshold Gallery and 25% off all adult classes and workshops. The communal print shop atmosphere fosters creative practice, new relationships, knowledge sharing amongst printers, and the chance to be part of this unique organization.
We offer membership discounts to recent college graduates, recent HP interns, and also our annually renewing members.
Click here for a virtual tour of the Highpoint printshop. If you would like to see the space for yourself or talk more about membership options, please contact Josh Bindewald, Director of Artist Programs at info@highpointprintmaking.org.
Joining the Co-op
Co-op members work at Highpoint on an independent basis to produce their own prints and therefore must be at least 18 years of age or older. The co-op at Highpoint is designed specifically for individuals who have demonstrated an appropriate level of experience in printmaking and are granted access to work in one or more printmaking techniques, including relief, lithography, intaglio, monotype, and screenprinting. While not all new members have extensive experience in their chosen medium, we do require that they have the ability to use the facilities correctly, independently, safely, and with consideration for other members.
Prospective members are interviewed to assess their technical ability and complete a thorough studio and safety orientation before gaining access to the studio. You can download the contract and application by clicking the link at the bottom of this page, or you can stop by Highpoint and ask for one. If you have questions call 612.871.1326 or email info@highpointprintmaking.org.
Membership Options
Three-Month (Non-Working)
$200 per month, for three months
Must be a current Highpoint Supporting Member, $50 per year minimum
$100 refundable damage/contract completion deposit
Additional consecutive months available at $175 per month
Six-month (Non-Working)
$175 per month, for six months
Must be a current Highpoint Supporting Member, $50 per year minimum
$100 refundable damage/contract completion deposit
Additional consecutive months available at $175 per month
Right to defer use for one month within the contract period
Six-Month (working)
$100 per month, for six months
Must be a current Highpoint Supporting Member, $50 per year minimum
$100 refundable damage/contract completion deposit
Right to defer use for one month within the contract period
The contract holder agrees to 1.5 hours, 1 day per week of scheduled and assigned cleaning and restocking duties
There are a limited number of working memberships, inquire about the availability
Discounted Rates
Recent Highpoint Interns: substantial monthly discount for one year following completion of an internship.
Recent college graduates: $25 monthly discount for the first year after graduation.
Currently enrolled university-level students: $25 Monthly Discount.
Concurrent members: 2% off each consecutive year of membership for up to 6 years or 12%.
New members: New co-op members signing a six-month contract receive a 50% discount on their first months’ dues, and the Highpoint Supporting Membership fee is waived for the first year of co-op membership.
Discounts can be combined, but some restrictions apply. Please contact us for more information.