MISSION

Focusing on empowering local artists and engaging the public through art exhibitions, workshops, scholarships, and community outreach programs, we support artists at all stages of their careers.

SVA was founded in 2007 by artists Frank Juarez and Dale Knack. They shared the belief that art, a universal language, is essential to a vibrant, thriving community.” SVA is now a cooperative with 75+ visual artists serving the Sheboygan region.

At SVA Our Mission is to:

Empower visual artists through professional development and collaboration.
Create opportunities for the community to experience and enjoy the visual arts.
Promote member artists and their work.

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Kaleidoscope

Kaleidoscope is a Sheboygan Visual Artists' community outreach program that provides free art workshops for children and adults living in shelters, children participating in Sheboygan County Foster Care and students at the Sheboygan County Juvenile Detention Center. All workshops are led by volunteer artists sharing the joy of art!

For more information about Kaleidoscope, contact: Judith Schmidt

Scholarships

Sheboygan Visual Artists, a local nonprofit arts organization, is pleased to offer two $1,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan to major in the visual arts.

Applicants must be residents of Sheboygan County or be graduating from a Sheboygan County high school and plan to attend a college or university beginning in Fall 2026. Visual arts fields include, but are not limited to, drawing, painting, photography, filmmaking, architecture, art education, and graphic design.

All application materials, including the artist statement, artwork images, and letter of recommendation, must be received by Monday, March 16, 2026. Scholarship recipients will be announced at their school’s awards ceremony.

Credit: Pa Kou Xiong - 2025 Scholarship Winner

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In the Community

Sheboygan Visual Artists are committed to enriching the community through accessible and engaging arts programming for all ages. Supported by a cadre of talented artists, the organization offers in-school and after-school programs, free and low-cost community classes, and professional development opportunities for working artists. Seasonal “make-and-take” classes under the summer tent will provide hands-on creative experiences in a welcoming environment. Current initiatives include after-school programming at Sheboygan Sheridan School, an “Artist of the Month” program that introduces students to diverse mediums and styles through the study of professional artwork, as well as art classes for military veterans. SVA welcomes collaboration and invites community members to share ideas and explore opportunities to create together.