The American Artists Professional League (AAPL) is an American organization that promotes artists and their works. It was formed in 1928 in
New York City
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by
Frederick Ballard Williams
Frederick Ballard Williams (1871- 1956) was an American landscape and figure painter. He is best known for his decorative and idyllic scenes of the New England landscape. As a member of the National Academy, Salmagundi Club president, and founde ...
, and the first meeting was held at the
Salmagundi Art Club on January 29, 1928. Ballard became the organization's national chairman.
[David Bernard Dearinger. ]
Paintings and Sculpture in the Collection of the National Academy of Design: 1826-1925
'. Hudson Hills; 2004. . p. 589. The organization has hosted an annual Grand National Exhibition for 93 years to promote artists specializing in realistic art forms.
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American artist groups and collectives
Arts organizations established in 1928
1928 establishments in the United States
1928 establishments in New York City
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