Artist Residencies in Illinois

Residency Program + Fellowships

Illinois, United States

The Artist-in-Residence Program at Allerton Park & Retreat Center in central Illinois invites artists including sculptors, photographers, painters, printmakers, installation artists, videographers, sound artists, writers, poets, and performing artists to propose 2-6 week residencies for creating site-inspired work and engaging communities. It provides comfortable private lodging, a $1,500 stipend, small indoor studio space, full outdoor access, laundry facilities, marketing support, and limited staff assistance. Applications for the Fall Joan and Peter Hood residency open in April.

Saltwater Road Presents Theatrical Jazz Virtual Creative Laboratory with Sharon Bridgforth

Illinois, United States

A week-long immersive performance laboratory facilitated by Sharon Bridgforth, featuring daily virtual Theatrical Jazz sessions, artist sharings, and a final presentation. Participants witness live facilitation while engaging with a cohort in Alabama to develop original performance rooted in site, memory, and community.