American Academy Announces 2017–2018 Rome Prize Winners in Visual Arts and Humanities
The recipients of the 2017–2018 Rome Prize, awarded by the American Academy to promote independent projects in the arts and humanities, have been announced. Among the winners in visual arts are Allen Frame, Abigail Deville, Beverly McIver, Sanford Biggers, and Rochelle Feinstein. Each laureate will receive a stipend between $16,000 and $28,000, along with accommodation and workspace for durations ranging from six months to two years, based on their project needs. Holly Block, executive director of the Bronx Museum in New York, led the selection committee, which included artists Lorna Simpson, Polly Apfelbaum, and Josephine Meckseper. Additional awards were given in various fields, including literature, music, architecture, and conservation. The prize encourages innovative and academic pursuits in a distinctive residential environment.
Key facts
- The Rome Prize 2017–2018 winners were announced by the American Academy.
- Visual arts winners are Allen Frame, Abigail Deville, Beverly Mciver, Sanford Biggers, and Rochelle Feinstein.
- Awardees receive stipends from $16,000 to $28,000, workspace, and room and board.
- Stays last from six months to two years based on project needs.
- Holly Block, executive director of the Bronx Museum, chaired the selection.
- The visual arts jury included artists Lorna Simpson, Polly Apfelbaum, and Josephine Meckseper.
- Other categories include literature, music composition, architecture, and historic preservation.
- The prize supports advanced independent work in arts and humanities within a residential community.
Entities
Artists
- Allen Frame
- Abigail Deville
- Beverly Mciver
- Sanford Biggers
- Rochelle Feinstein
- Holly Block
- Lorna Simpson
- Polly Apfelbaum
- Josephine Meckseper
Institutions
- American Academy
- Bronx Museum
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- New York
- United States