Creative Art Society

Downriver and Southeastern Michigan

Supporting Artists And
Expanding Creativity
Since 1956

Creative Art Society

The Creative Art Society is a non-profit 501 (c) (4). We are located in the Downriver area of Wayne . CAS promotes the importance of art in the world. We offer monthly meetings, student scholarships, low cost workshops and fine art show exhibits.
For more information, visit our About Us 

Our monthly meetings are held at the Southgate Veterans Memorial Library.
We have a short business meeting and then art demonstrations, discuss local art openings and opportunities for the artists.

Like to become a member?

To find out more Click Here
Or contact Maureen Keast, at mkeast1@aol.com or send a text to
(734) 777-6109

For CAS Members

  • CAS Meeting info

    CAS Meeting Dates

    Second Tuesday of the month, September through June.
    Next meeting:
    Tuesday, October 13
    6:30 pm

    Southgate Veterans Memorial Library
    14680 Dix Rd., Southgate
    Meetings offer local art information, organization news, guest artists, mini-classes, and art demos. The last meeting of the year in June is an art supply auction!

  • CAS Monthly Newsletter

    September issue!
    Latest news about Creative Art Society events and more!

  • CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

    Fall Festival of the Arts
    November 1 through 19
    The largest juried Fall show Downriver!
    We have had 22 years of successful shows offered to the public with qualified jurors for the Fine Art section.
    Being part of an art exhibit offers artists significant advantages beyond just showcasing their work. It provides invaluable visibility and validation by presenting artwork to a diverse audience of collectors and fellow enthusiasts. 
    - Kris Stanek, CAS

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  • Fall Festival of the Arts 2026

    Creative Art Society
    November 1 through 19
    Juried Fine Art Exhibit and Non-Juried Show
    Opening Reception Nov. 1 from 1 to 4pm
    Door prizes and refreshments!
    Location: Downriver Council for the Arts
    81 Chestnut St., Wyandotte
    Applications due: October 17

  • Fall Festival of the Arts deadlines and volunteer info.

    Important dates for art submissions and volunteer opportunities.
    Applications due: October 17
    Send completed applications and payment to Kris Stanek, 13396 Pullman, Southgate, MI 48195.

    VOLUNTEER times and dates below.

  • Holiday Show / Sale

    Saturday, December 5
    10:00 am to 4:00 pm
    Proceeds from the show help fund the CAS Scholarship program.
    Location:
    Wayne County Community College District
    - Downriver Campus -
    21000 Northline, Taylor

    To reserve a table for artists and crafters,
    click below.
    Applications due:
    November 28

    Questions?
    Contact Maureen Keast
    Email: mkeast1@aol.com or
    call 734-777-6109

  • CAS Membership

    Join today to interact with other artists, get input and share common interests.

  • Creative Art Society Here's What We DO!

    Find out more about us.

  • CAS Art Ambience 2027

    Fine Art Show and Sale
    Save the Date!
    April 2027
    Woodhaven Community Center
    23101 Hall Rd. Woodhaven, MI 48183

  • Check us out on Social Media

    Visit our Facebook Page

EVENTS

  • Fall Festival of the Arts 2026 - CAS

    November 1 through 19
    Juried Fine Art Exhibit and Non-Juried Show
    Opening Reception Nov. 1 from 1 to 4pm
    Door prizes and refreshments!
    Location: Downriver Council for the Arts
    81 Chestnut St., Wyandotte
    Applications due: October 17

  • Cindy Kinkead Painting Slate Workshop

    Cindy Kinkead, owner of Beyond the Garden Gate, hosting a workshop on painting slate.
    Held during the Fall Festival of the Arts. November 1, at 11:00 am.
    Fee: $30 or CAS member $20.

  • Holiday Show / Sale

    Saturday, December 5
    10:00 am to 4:00 pm
    Proceeds from the show help fund the CAS Scholarship program.
    Location:
    Wayne County Com. College District
    - Downriver Campus -
    21000 Northline, Taylor
    To reserve a table for artists and crafters,
    click below.
    Applications due:
    November 28
    Questions?
    Email Maureen Keast
    mkeast1@aol.com or
    call 734-777-6109

  • Student Art Sample

    Local Art Classes

    Fall classes closed.
    Winter semester classes coming soon!
    Wayne County Community College District - Downriver Campus.
    Call Maureen Keast, Creative Art Society Co-President for questions: 734-777-6109

  • Arts and Culture Southeastern Michigan

    Explore the Pure Michigan website to discover art related areas to visit and beautiful landscapes to discover for Plein Air painting and more!

2026 Visual Art Scholarships

  • Scholarship Winners' Art

    2027 Scholarship Winners

    Lauren Garcellano
    Ella Piggot
    Jelena Ngyen

  • 2027 Scholarships Applications

    Accepting Applications Nov 1 through April 15

  • Scholarship Requirements

    Frequently asked scholarship questions

  • Free PDF Downloads

    Application and Info PDFs you can download

  • Photographing Your Art

    Tips and info on photographing your art

  • Submit Art Call Entry Materials

    Submit Your Application and Artwork by Using the Button BELOW

  • CAS Scholarship Entry Art Samples

    From Previous CAS Visual Art Scholarship Entrants and Winners

  • Making A Scholarship Donation

    Every little bit helps for art students to continue their education.
    For inquiries about making scholarship donations, email Maureen Keast at mkeast1@aol.com.

    CAS recognizes the 2025 Visual Art Scholarship Awards honoree as Iva M. Turner

  • Scholarship questions?

    Email Coordinator, Christine Tsurui at the link below.