The Wisconsin Alliance of Artists and Craftspeople produced its first Art Fair Off the Square almost 30 years ago in July of 1979. The purpose was to provide a needed showcase for Wisconsin's many fine Craftspeople and Artists. Our other high-profile activity is production of The Art Fair Off the Square's Winter Art Festival. Our member exhibitors show work including ceramics, wood, paper, painting, glass, leather, silkscreen, engraving, fiber, drawing, photography and more. We provide scholarship support for young people in the arts, conduct instructional workshops for our members, and sponsor exhibitions throughout the Madison area. WAAC is a unique organization: operated by artists—for the benefit of artists, who seek to educate the public on the fine arts and crafts found in Wisconsin.