Starter Membership
Get Found
Your work deserves to be seen. Starter Membership gives your artisan business a professional presence in the New Mexico Artisan Collective directory so customers, event organizers, and community members can discover what you create.
Who It's For
Is Starter Right for You?
- New or emerging artisans
- Weekend-market and pop-up vendors
- Side-business owners
- Artisans without a website
- Makers who sell through social media, Etsy, markets, or referrals
- Established artisans who want a simple Network presence
You do not need a large audience, a professional website, or years of business experience. You simply need quality work, accurate information, and a desire to become part of the artisan community.
What Starter Helps You Do
A professional presence that makes your work easier to find.
Become easier to discover online
Present your business professionally
Give customers one reliable place to learn about your work
Connect your business to the wider artisan community
Build the foundation for future promotion and growth
Included
What's Included
Public Artisan Directory Listing
Give customers a professional place to discover your business, learn what you create, and find your approved contact links.
Business and Artisan Profile
Share your business name, artisan name, craft category, story, products, service area, and public contact information.
Website and Social Links
Direct visitors to your website, online shop, or social platforms from one central profile.
Profile and Listing Photos (up to 5)
Showcase your work with up to 5 approved images that help customers recognize your style and craftsmanship.
Event Submission Access
Submit eligible artisan markets, workshops, festivals, and creative events for review and possible publication on the Network calendar.
Community Resource Access
Explore business articles, event opportunities, member stories, and educational resources created for New Mexico makers.
Looking for More Promotion or Business Support?
Starter focuses on professional directory visibility. Enhanced marketing, mini-site services, priority promotion, content support, and featured placement may be available through higher membership tiers or add-on services.
Pricing
Simple, Honest Pricing
Monthly Membership
Free / monthOne-Time Setup Fee
None- What's included at no cost
- Application review, profile preparation, image setup, and publication of your approved directory listing — all included at no cost.
- When billing begins
- There is no monthly fee for Starter Membership. Nothing is billed to join or to keep your listing active.
- Renewal
- Your free Starter Membership remains active for as long as you wish to participate — there is no recurring charge to maintain.
- Cancellation & changes
- You can remove your listing or end your Starter Membership at any time by contacting the Network. See our Terms of Service for details.
What You'll Provide
What We Need From You
- Business and artisan information
- A clear business description
- Product or service information
- City and service area
- Public website or social links, when available
- Logo or profile image, if available
- Product or gallery images
- Approved public contact preferences
- Agreement to Membership Terms, Privacy Policy, and Community Standards
Private applicant contact information is not automatically displayed publicly. You choose which information appears in your public listing.
Onboarding
What Happens After You Apply?
Every application is reviewed before any listing is published.
- 1
Submit Your Application
Complete the Starter application and provide your business information.
- 2
Application Review
The Network reviews the application for completeness, eligibility, and alignment with Community Standards.
- 3
Information Follow-Up
If anything is missing, the applicant may be contacted for clarification or additional materials.
- 4
Membership and Profile Setup
After approval and completion of required payment steps, the public profile is prepared.
- 5
Directory Publication
The listing is published after final review and publication authorization.
Estimated review times will be confirmed before public launch.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Help More People Find Your Work?
Take the first step toward a more visible, professional presence in New Mexico's artisan community.
Applications are reviewed before approval. Private applicant information is not automatically published.