Our Mission
Community + Art + Nature
Provide Access
Our Mission is to increase access to Residency programs for underserved Artists & Art Communities through a low-cost Artist Retreat & Residency.
Promote Exchange
We facilitate the cultural exchange of our Appalachian community and Art Residents by providing access to new audiences & opportunities through the medium of Art.
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Our Vision
We envision an inclusive community where understanding & compassion is facilitated through access to the arts.
Making Connections through Community
Azule started as a vision of community collaboration through the medium of art and continues to be a resource for the exchange of art, culture and ideas in Western NC.
How Can You Help?
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Volunteer
We rely on the generosity of our volunteers in maintaining and growing our 35 acre community center.
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Donate
Your financial contributions go directly into providing low-cost residency opportunities to underserved artists.
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Advocate
Keep our residency program growing by spreading the word! We welcome new community members and artists.