They offer a small worktrade program for residents staying a minimum of 2 weeks.
- A full week at "The Blue Waves unit" is $280 for one person. A $50 per extra person may be added, up to three people total.
- A full week at "The Loft Bed unit" is $280 for one person. A $50 per extra person may be added, up to two people total.
- A full week at "The Dorm unit is $400 for up to four persons. A $50 per extra person may be added, up to eight people total.
There is a sliding scale for a long weekend at AZULE, depending on the number of people and other factors from $250 to $600. Call them for more info. Food is not included. Travel and material costs are at the charge of the artist.
Online application. Annual reviews of the applications: March 1, May 15, August 15, and November 1.
Deadline
Azule
Azule
The mission of Azule is to provide an environment where artists and community meet, work and learn together through the arts in their many forms. Azule, as an emerging art and community-based organization, is developing a retreat and residency program for artists and craftsmen, writers, architects, builders and environmentalists, academics, educators, social workers or researchers, or anyone who wish to enjoy Appalachia and Azule way of life or wishes to get involved. Following its mission AZULE is encouraging collaborations between residents.
The hosts will promote the work of cultural workers, organizers and artists in its newsletter and may arrange a public presentation or community meeting according to needs.
- "The Blue Waves unit", a bedroom with a single and a double bed.
- "The Loft Bed unit", a double bed on a loft and a study room with a very large light table.
- "The Dorm unit" for up to eight people.
- It is an additional 100$/week for an added guest in a shared room.
A dance room large enough for exercising, yoga, dance and theatre rehearsals, visual or performative art classes or lectures and presentations. Can be used as a visual art studio as well. A library, can be used as a workroom or a meeting/conference room for up to twenty five people; a basic office and a study or reading room. Also there is a large main room with a stage equipted with an acoustic piano and an old set of drums.
The architecture has been created by Camille Shafer, using harvested or reused materials with traditional techniques. With the help of many others the place has been - and still is - shaped into a work of art. AZULE is meant to be a permanent work-in-progress, comfort and amenities are getting better. Plan to be amazed but do not expect luxury. Every floor is basically - if not always comfortably - accessible.
In the Appalachian mountains of North Carolina. Hot Springs is 7 miles away; Asheville is 50 miles away.
Update my listing
Update my listing
If you see an error or omission on this page, please let us know by filling out the update form.
Add your experience
Add your experience
If you would like to share your experience with this residency, please let us know by filling out this form.