Supporting artists. Inspiring communities.

Mission

The Alabama Visual Arts Network cultivates understanding, awareness and appreciation of visual art and the role it plays in the economic vitality and quality of life of every Alabamian, and as an important cultural and community resource.

We support and promote visual art and artists through education, public engagement, and professional development, and we serve as an advisory panel to assist visual artists and organizations in consolidating professional projects that further visual art excellence for the mutual improvement, cultural benefit and social enlightenment of artists and the public.

Goals

To create and promote a culture in which visual art is embraced for its contribution to community, economy and human fulfillment.

Values

• Advocate for and promote visual art as an important cultural and community resource.

• Support and promote professional artists, craftspeople and makers through education, public awareness and professional development.

• Cultivate audience understanding, awareness and appreciation of visual art practices.

• Serve as a funding conduit and advisory panel to assist artists, craftspeople and organizations in consolidating professional projects that further excellence in craft and artistry.