Aumaine Rose Smith, a poet based in Cleveland, is currently living onsite as Allerton's Fall 2021 Artist In-Residence. Prior to her residency, we interviewed Aumaine to learn more about her life, profession, and expectations for her time at Allerton. What is your background as an artist and what sparked your creative journey? "My interest in writing was likely sparked by growing up around many books. My mom was able to teach me to read when I was fairly young, and my grandma gave me a … [Read more...] about Allerton In-Residence Fall 2021: Interview with Aumaine Rose Smith
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SOLD OUT – Allerton In-Residence: Poetry Reading with Aumaine Rose Smith and Isaac Willis
Update(11/8/21): Due to an unfavorable weather forecast the location of this event has moved to the Mansion Library. Join us for a special evening as we welcome our Fall 2021 Artist In-Residence Aumaine Rose Smith to the Allerton community! Aumaine and local poet Isaac Willis will share their poetry during a public reading on Thursday, November 11. Grab a seat in the Mansion Library and enjoy a cash bar (7pm) before the reading begins at 7:30pm. Park in the Main Parking Lot. Registration … [Read more...] about SOLD OUT – Allerton In-Residence: Poetry Reading with Aumaine Rose Smith and Isaac Willis
In-Residence Program Spring 2022: “Rooting a Deeper Connection”
In partnership with the University of Illinois Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (OVCDEI) and with support from Joan and Peter Hood, we are excited to announce our Spring 2022 In-Residence Program! Open to artists and naturalists, the Spring 2022 residence will highlight and celebrate the arts and study of nature within Black and Latinx communities. By focusing on artistic and environmental innovation within the Black and Latinx communities, Allerton intends … [Read more...] about In-Residence Program Spring 2022: “Rooting a Deeper Connection”
Spring 2022 In-Residence: Rooting a Deeper Connection FAQ
Am I Eligible to Apply? The program is open to all artists and naturalists whose work highlights and celebrates the arts and study of nature within Black and Latinx communities including: sculptors, photographers, painters, printmakers, installation artists, videographers, sound artist, writers and poets, performing artist, researchers, scientists, educators, authors, environmental activists, and many more! When is the application deadline? The Spring 2022 application is … [Read more...] about Spring 2022 In-Residence: Rooting a Deeper Connection FAQ
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 FAQ
Am I Eligible to Apply? The Artist-in-Residence program is open to all artists, including but not limited to: sculptors, photographers, painters, printmakers, installation artists, videographers, sound artists, writers and poets, and performing artists. Naturalists-in-Residence could include researchers, scientists, educators, authors, environmental activists, and more. Our Rooting A Deeper Connection program is open to artists and naturalists whose work highlights and celebrates the … [Read more...] about Allerton-In-Residence FAQ
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. 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 artists and naturalists, but brings awareness to the unique characteristics of the Park and … [Read more...] about Allerton In-Residence
Whimsical artwork focus of visiting resident
MONTICELLO — There is definitely a whimsical, child-like joy — complete with bunnies and unicorns — to the art of Anyuta Gusakova, a Russian-born artist who will be a visiting resident at Allerton Park and Retreat Center starting April 9. And ‘joy’ is the word this artist uses often when describing the art she creates, from small ceramic animals to eight-foot-high resin and fiberglass pieces. “I make sculpture and drawings that give people joy. I want to connect with their inner child,” said … [Read more...] about Whimsical artwork focus of visiting resident