Artist's Collective in Elk 

                                                                                                                    "Cuffy's Cove"    photo by Jim Vickery

Our Goal is to make original art, that is beautiful and exquisite in every way, affordable.  Craig and I opened the Collective not with the idea to "make money".  Our members pay dues that pay the rent and in return, we charge them no commission fees.  We are lucky to be able to do this and are grateful to our members.  This arrangement allows our clients to purchase wonderful pieces of art at studio prices. 

Our Business

The Artist's Collective was born in July/August of 2007.  It was previously the home of The Elk Studio Gallery.  The Elk Studio Gallery was in danger of closing its doors, so I along with my partner, decided to take a chance and keep the doors open.  We revamped the organization and with only word of mouth advertising, we have a full house of wonderful, talented people.

If you are interested in becoming a member please do not hesitate to contact us.

Who We Are

The Artist's Collective is run by Craig Hathaway and Lu Vickery.

Craig has lived in Elk for quite some time and is married to a long time resident Eileen and they have a teenage son, Carson.  Craig makes beautiful redwood furniture and Eileen makes georgeous jewelry. 

Lu Vickery is a recent arrival to the Coast.  She retired here with her husband Jim and they have 3 grown sons.  Jim is a member of the Gallery and does oil painting.  Lu is also a member and makes pine-needle baskets.

Craig Hathaway and Lu Vickery                          photo by Jim Vickery