Programs that provide organized opportunities for individuals to pursue their interest in designing, making and finishing garments and craft items, often through the medium of a club or society which is under the leadership of people who are knowledgeable in the subject. Activities may include lectures by people with expertise in the craft; demonstrations of techniques; and regular meetings at which members share tips and information about current projects, work on individual or joint projects (some of which may be charitable) and enjoy the company of other enthusiasts. Some clubs may also provide facilities for work on the craft, arrange for discounts on materials and tools, sponsor exhibits or sales of clothing or art pieces created by members, publish a newsletter or provide a library of resources about the craft. Included are Internet-based virtual clubs, WebRings devoted to the subject and clubs where members meet face-to-face.

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Programs that support, promote, provide access to and encourage the enjoyment of paintings, sculpture, ceramics, photography, crafts, architectural works and other visual art forms.

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Organizations whose members are individual professionals or agencies associated with the arts who have affiliated for the purpose of fostering knowledge about and appreciation of artistic expression within their particular field, establishing standards of excellence, recognizing outstanding contributions, promoting career development, and otherwise supporting the interests of members. Members may include individual professionals (e.g., artists, singers, instrumentalists, actors, dance professionals, mime artists, conductors); organizations representative of the visual or performing arts or other arts fields (e.g., dance or theatre troupes, symphony orchestras, art museums, choral groups), or dealers, collectors, producers, distributors, arts facility managers or others working in the arts field or who are patrons of the arts.

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