About us
AIGA Asheville is a provisional chapter of the American Institute of Graphic Arts. Members hold one another to a high standard of design and ethical practices. We educate our community about the importance of high-impact, high-quality design, and printing.
Together we cultivate a vibrant, welcoming culture that reflects our beautiful city AND we elevate the presence of the creative professionals working in Asheville.
Our events include socials, workshops, speakers, and opportunities to show your work and connect with others! Events are free/discounted for AIGA members and open to all.
Featured event
A Talk with Mike Bishop of GWAR
Michael Bishop of GWAR speaks about a brand legacy built on 40 years of pure collaborative creativity (and mayhem).
For over four decades, GWAR has built one of the most outrageous, unforgettable brands in music history. Beneath bloody cannons and alien warlord costumes lies something even more powerful: a truly shared vision and driving direction, meaningful collaboration and a fearless dedication to creativity.
Join Michael Bishop (Blöthar the Berserker) — bassist, vocalist, and long-time creative force behind GWAR — for a behind-the-scenes conversation about how an art-school experiment became a 40-year global phenomenon.
*NOTE: Michael Bishop will be in his human form.
The presentation includes video and commentary containing strong language and provocative imagery related to the artistic work of GWAR. Some content may not be suitable for all audiences. Pity.
>>> Purchase your ticket here! <<<
*Tickets must be purchased in advance*
50% of event proceeds go to the AIGA AVL Dream Fund assisting design students in Western North Carolina! Tickets are $20 each and AIGA Members can check their email for a discount promo code.
Why it Matters
Whether you're a professional designer, student, marketer, brand strategist or creative entrepreneur – you’ll be inspired to think bigger, push boundaries and splatter blood, guts and gore to define and maintain your creative vision.
One hour. Forty years of mayhem. Infinite insight into a unique brand legacy.
There is nothing. Like. GWAR.
Upcoming events
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A Talk with Mike Bishop of GWAR
Hi-Wire Brewing - Hilliard, 197 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC, USMichael Bishop of GWAR speaks about a brand legacy built on 40 years of pure collaborative creativity (and mayhem).
For over four decades, GWAR has built one of the most outrageous, unforgettable brands in music history. Beneath bloody cannons and alien warlord costumes lies something even more powerful: a truly shared vision and driving direction, meaningful collaboration and a fearless dedication to creativity.
Join Michael Bishop (Blöthar the Berserker) — bassist, vocalist, and long-time creative force behind GWAR — for a behind-the-scenes conversation about how an art-school experiment became a 40-year global phenomenon.
*NOTE: Michael Bishop will be in his human form.
The presentation includes video and commentary containing strong language and provocative imagery related to the artistic work of GWAR. Some content may not be suitable for all audiences. Pity.>>> Purchase your ticket here! <<<
*Tickets must be purchased in advance*50% of event proceeds go to the AIGA AVL Dream Fund assisting design students in Western North Carolina! Tickets are $20 each and AIGA Members can check their email for a discount promo code.
Why it Matters
Whether you're a professional designer, student, marketer, brand strategist or creative entrepreneur – you’ll be inspired to think bigger, push boundaries and splatter blood, guts and gore to define and maintain your creative vision.
One hour. Forty years of mayhem. Infinite insight into a unique brand legacy.
There is nothing. Like. GWAR.1 attendee
Past events
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