Past Resident Artists at Homestead

NPS

Judy Thompson leading painting workshop

2009

Penny Musco, writer & actress from New Jersey

"A visit to a national park site and a new experience is always great. I enjoyed seeing behind the scenes... Everyone was friendly and personable..."

2010

Sally Crandall, storyteller from Ohio

"I really enjoyed my time here and the opportunity to talk with people so informed about their subject. What a gift this has been.

Mel Mann, photographer from Nebraska

"I liked that I was able to walk around the monument many times and see how it changes. The accomodations were great, close to the park."

Judy Thompson, watercolor artist from Iowa

"What I enjoyed most about my residency was the opportunity to study, observe and research a new environment and to learn more about our nation's history. The rangers and staff were all helpful and eager to make my stay as enjoyable and productive as possible...I am very thankful for this unique experience."

Melanie Terry, oil/acrylic artist from Missouri

"Being here gives me a big block of time to just focus on making art, which I don’t really get at home... it’s a great opportunity to be surrounded by stuff that inspires me.”

 

Samie Dozor

Gems of the Prairie Sea

2011

Samie Dozor, mosaic artist from Delaware

"I was inspired by the tallgrass prairie and wanted to do something involving the local community. That's how my workshops to make a community mosaic mural came to be. If I had the opportunity, I would do it again."

Lucy Fazely, fibers (quilting) artist from Michigan

Lisa Olivarez, landscape painter from Michigan

Carol V. Davis, poet from California

"Thank you! The staff was so helpful. I learned so much about the the impact of the Homestead Act and about the prairie!"

Joseph Carl Kerkman, photographer & painter from Wisonconsin

David Boye, musician from Nebraska

"Superb facilities and housing, great friendly staff, great program all around."

Jason Jilg, photographer from Nebraska