Idyllwild Arts Academy

Changing Lives Through The Transformative Power of Art

Idyllwild Arts is an intentional community that welcomes different life experiences, perspectives, identities, cultures, abilities and languages. We joyfully aspire and commit ourselves to create a safe environment in which the uniqueness of each person is valued, and everyone is seen, heard, and treated with respect. Art is the greatest teacher of humanity, and we embrace its power to develop empathetic citizens of the world. We thereby will dedicate resources and time to build an inclusive community.

Vision Statement

We recognize art as an essential solution to global challenges. Idyllwild Arts will be a thriving leader in 21st-century education with a global network of support, providing access for a diverse population of artists. We will maintain a sustainable environment worthy of our mission, and an intellectual space worthy of our students.

Cultivating Citizen Artists

Nestled amidst the breathtakingly beautiful village of Idyllwild, high in the San Jacinto mountains of Southern California, our campus serves as a peaceful respite for artists seeking to explore the depths of their creativity and join a broader creative collective. Our highest goal is to embolden and cultivate artists as inspired citizens who practice interdisciplinary thinking and undertake the intentional journey of self-discovery while finding creative fulfillment in uplifting others.

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