By using this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Learn more by reading our Privacy Policy

I ACCEPT

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.

"I had the most amazing, healing, creatively productive time at VCCA. Beautiful setting, lovely community and staff, gourmet dinners, abundance of positive energy. It՚s a magical place."
-Sarah Ahmad, multi-media artist

News & Events

What's new at VCCA

  • News

    VCCA Featured on Virginia Public Radio

    March 19, 2025

    Virginia Public Radio's Sandy Hausman visited VCCA and spoke with composer Eric Moe, visual artists Sarah Boyts Yoder and Nelleke Beltjens, writer Tania James, and Executive Director Kevin O'Halloran.

  • News

    Now Accepting Residency Applications for Spring 2026

    February 1, 2025

    The deadline for writers, visual artists, and composers to apply for Spring 2026 residencies at Mt. San Angelo in Virginia is May 15, 2025.

  • News

    Your Belief in the Transformative Power of Art Is Vital

    January 1, 2025

    As we reflect on our last fiscal year, the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts (VCCA) continues to be a […]

  • Events

    Join Us for Spring Volunteer Day

    April 12, 2025

    Join us at Mt. San Angelo for some light yard work and free lunch! Please sign up by Tuesday, April 8.

  • Events

    Join Us for Spring Open Studios

    April 13, 2025

    Explore VCCA's Studio Barn complex and see what visiting writers and visual artists are working on! Open to the public.

  • Events

    A Midsummer Night’s Gala – Tickets Go on Sale May 1

    June 14, 2025

    Join the party, and support the magic of creativity! Individual ticket sales for VCCA's annual fundraising gala will go live on May 1, 2025.

  • News

    VCCA Featured on Virginia Public Radio

    March 19, 2025

    Virginia Public Radio's Sandy Hausman visited VCCA and spoke with composer Eric Moe, visual artists Sarah Boyts Yoder and Nelleke Beltjens, writer Tania James, and Executive Director Kevin O'Halloran.

  • News

    Now Accepting Residency Applications for Spring 2026

    February 1, 2025

    The deadline for writers, visual artists, and composers to apply for Spring 2026 residencies at Mt. San Angelo in Virginia is May 15, 2025.

  • News

    Your Belief in the Transformative Power of Art Is Vital

    January 1, 2025

    As we reflect on our last fiscal year, the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts (VCCA) continues to be a […]

  • Events

    Join Us for Spring Volunteer Day

    April 12, 2025

    Join us at Mt. San Angelo for some light yard work and free lunch! Please sign up by Tuesday, April 8.

  • Events

    Join Us for Spring Open Studios

    April 13, 2025

    Explore VCCA's Studio Barn complex and see what visiting writers and visual artists are working on! Open to the public.

  • Events

    A Midsummer Night’s Gala – Tickets Go on Sale May 1

    June 14, 2025

    Join the party, and support the magic of creativity! Individual ticket sales for VCCA's annual fundraising gala will go live on May 1, 2025.

What to Expect

Where your work is the main event.

Studios

Light-filled, simply-outfitted, and climate controlled private studios offer maximized wall space, desks or working surface, sinks for visual artists, and pianos for composers.

Our Community

Enjoy the company of other talented artists and be surrounded by inspiring work.

Gathering for Meals

Meals are a time for conversation and the exchange of ideas within and across disciplines.

Solitude

All Fellows enjoy a private bedroom, private studio, and inspiring natural surroundings.

VCCA Impact

By the Numbers

6,900+
Fellows since 1971

39
U.S. states represented by our Fellows in FY24

14
Countries and territories represented by our Fellows in FY24

400+
Residencies per year

60/40
Mix of New & Returning Fellows
  • 39
    U.S. states represented by our Fellows in FY24
  • 14
    Countries and territories represented by our Fellows in FY24
  • 400+
    Residencies per year
  • 60/40
    Mix of New & Returning Fellows
  • 6,900+
    Fellows since 1971
  • 39
    U.S. states represented by our Fellows in FY24
  • 14
    Countries and territories represented by our Fellows in FY24
  • 400+
    Residencies per year
  • 60/40
    Mix of New & Returning Fellows
  • 6,900+
    Fellows since 1971
  • 39
    U.S. states represented by our Fellows in FY24
  • 14
    Countries and territories represented by our Fellows in FY24
  • 400+
    Residencies per year