Virginia Center for the Creative Arts

Virginia Center for the Creative Arts Where writers, visual artists, and composers bring forth their finest work. Since 1971, the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts (VCCA) has provided uninterrupted time and space for artists to produce their finest works of literature, visual art, and music. VCCA hosts over 400 Fellows each year at two artist residency locations: Mt. San Angelo in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Amherst, Virginia, and le Moulin à Nef, in the charming village of Auvillar, France. Mission and Values The Virginia Center for the Creative Arts (VCCA) provides time and space for national and international writers, visual artists, and composers of talent and promise to bring forth their finest works, because the arts are vital, diversity is a strength, and creativity is essential. Virginia Center for the Creative Arts (VCCA), one of the leading artists communities in the world with locations in Amherst, Virginia, and Auvillar, France, hosts more than 400 writers, visual artists, and composers each year. The artists who come to VCCA, whether emerging or established, are selected by peer review on the basis of the important or innovative work they are doing in their respective fields. In residence, VCCA artist-Fellows are provided with an individual studio, a private bedroom and three prepared meals a day so they can focus exclusively on their work. While uninterrupted time is assured and participation in community events or public engagement is voluntary, the dynamic interaction among the 22 Fellows in residence together, as they share work, discuss process, and enjoy each other’s company, is an important component of the creative space of VCCA. With a tradition of hospitality and welcome, VCCA schedules a diverse cohort of artists across disciplines. Statement of Culture The Virginia Center for the Creative Arts (VCCA) is committed to a culture of equity, diversity and inclusivity. We encourage writers, visual artists, and composers of all backgrounds to apply for residency, especially those who have been traditionally underrepresented. VCCA is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical ability or disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status recognized by federal, state, or local law. This statement applies to both the Mt. San Angelo and Moulin à Nef campuses. VCCA is committed to reflecting the full diversity of the U.S. population among its visiting artists, board members, and staff.