Inviting artists to live and create at Allerton Park and Retreat Center will recreate the intimate experience Robert Allerton provided his guests. We are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the Fall 2021 residency! Residencies of two to six weeks will allow uninterrupted time for artists to explore their ideas, immerse themselves in the serene surroundings of the Park, and engage with our central Illinois communities. Sculptors, photographers, painters, printmakers, … [Read more...] about Fall 2021 Artist-In-Residence Application Open Now!
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Artist-In-Residence FAQ
Am I Eligible to Apply? The program is open to all artists* including: sculptors, photographers, painters, printmakers, installation artists, videographers, sound artist, writers and poets, preforming artist, and many more!*Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, artist selection will favor those located regionally. When is the application deadline? This application deadline for Fall 2021 is March 31. Where will I live? Bedroom/living space accommodations include a … [Read more...] about Artist-In-Residence FAQ
Artist-in-Residence Program
Inviting artists to live and create at Allerton Park and Retreat Center will recreate the intimate experience Robert Allerton provided his guests. Residencies of two to six weeks will allow uninterrupted time for artists to explore their ideas, immerse themselves in the serene surroundings of the Park, and engage with our central Illinois communities.Sculptors, photographers, painters, printmakers, installation artists, videographers, sound artists, writers and poets, preforming artists, and … [Read more...] about Artist-in-Residence Program
Artist-In-Residence Application
Inaugural In Residence Program begins with donor support
We are excited to announce that Allerton’s inaugural In Residence Program will begin this winter, thanks to generous donations from two couples, Joan and Peter Hood and Dana Brehm and Larry Baumann! The In Residence Program offers artists and naturalists the opportunity to live and create at the Allerton estate. The Program will not only support and highlight the meaningful work of creators and researchers, but bring awareness to the unique characteristics of the Park and continue the legacy … [Read more...] about Inaugural In Residence Program begins with donor support
Allerton In-Residence
Allerton's In-Residence Program offers individuals the opportunity to live on the Allerton estate and create work inspired by their experience. Made possible through gifts from Joan M. and W. Peter Hood and Dana Brehm and Larry Baumann, residencies encourage creative exploration and focused experiences with art and nature, while contributing to our goals of community engagement through education and research. The In-Residence Program not only supports and highlights the meaningful work of … [Read more...] about Allerton In-Residence
Interview with John Bannon
We recently announced that Allerton’s inaugural In Residence Program would begin this winter, thanks to generous donations from donors, Joan and Peter Hood and Dana Brehm and Larry Baumann. (Read the full announcement here.) This March, John E. Bannon, Chicago-based multimedia artist/educator and University of Illinois alumnus, will begin his journey as the inaugural resident, living on-site to fully engage with and seek inspiration from the art, history, and nature of Allerton Park. Bannon … [Read more...] about Interview with John Bannon
Interview with John Bannon
We recently announced that Allerton’s inaugural In Residence Program would begin this winter, thanks to generous donations from donors, Joan and Peter Hood and Dana Brehm and Larry Baumann. (Read the full announcement here.) This March, John E. Bannon, Chicago-based multimedia artist/educator and University of Illinois alumnus, will begin his journey as the inaugural resident, living on-site to fully engage with and seek inspiration from the art, history, and nature of Allerton Park. Bannon … [Read more...] about Interview with John Bannon
