A.I.R. FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM FAQ
 

DO I NEED TO BE AN AMERICAN CITIZEN TO APPLY FOR THE A.I.R. FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM?
No, but you must live in the greater New York City metropolitan area for the duration of the program. A.I.R. is unable to provide sponsorship to artists seeking a visa.

SHOULD I APPLY WITH MY PAST WORK OR SKETCHES FOR A NEW PROJECT I AM PLANNING TO DO WHILE AT A.I.R. ?
Your application should contain examples of your best work created in the past three years. Please use the description box in the application to add any important notes about your work if it seems unclear. The panelists want to know what they are looking at.

CAN I BE A STUDENT AT THE TIME OF THE APPLICATION IF I WILL GRADUATE BEFORE THE PROGRAM BEGINS IN SEPTEMBER?
Yes, as long as you are not enrolled in a degree-seeking program at the time the Fellowship starts, you are eligible to apply.

IF I HAD A SOLO SHOW AT A POP-UP GALLERY IN THE LAST 5 YEARS DOES THAT MAKE ME INELIGIBLE?
Only artists who have had a solo show at a permanent venue in the last 5 years are ineligible. This includes exhibitions at commercial galleries, non-profit exhibition spaces, museums, or universities. A solo show at a temporary or pop-up space is NOT included. A two or more person group show at a permanent venue is NOT included. If you have any questions regarding whether your exhibition history makes you ineligible, please email us.

CAN I SUBMIT MULTIPLE IMAGES OF THE SAME PROJECT WITHIN ONE IMAGE?
We do not recommend submitting composite images. However, if you choose to do so you are allowed to submit a maximum of two views of a single project within the same image.

DO YOU ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM ARTIST TEAMS OR COLLABORATIVE GROUPS?
Yes, however their exhibition must be collaborative as opposed to a group show. The joint application must demonstrate that you have a history of working collaboratively. You must submit only one set of materials for all members, and these materials (including the resume) should reflect your past collaborative work rather than the work of each individual member. The stipend would be split among the collaborators.

I HAVE PLANS TO TRAVEL DURING THE FELLOWSHIP. CAN I STILL APPLY FOR THE PROGRAM?
We understand that 12 months is a long time, however it is important that all Fellows are present and able to participate in-person in order to make the most of the Fellowship experience. A Fellow should plan to miss no more than two scheduled events during the course of the program.

I ACCIDENTALLY UPLOADED THE WRONG FILE/MADE A MISTAKE ON MY APPLICATION. CAN I REPLACE IT WITH A CORRECTED ONE IF IT IS STILL BEFORE THE DEADLINE?
You can make changes and save your Submittable application up until you submit. Check over your work before submitting to make sure everything is correct. After that your application is final. Please do not contact the gallery regarding edits to your application.

IF MY APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE, WILL A.I.R. LET ME KNOW?
The artist is responsible for reading and abiding by all guidelines for the A.I.R. Fellowship. In order to assist artists, A.I.R. hosts a FREE info session where you can learn about the Fellowship Program and how to submit a complete application. For more info please click here.

IF I AM ACCEPTED INTO THE A.I.R. FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM, WHAT IS EXPECTED OF ME?
Community is one of the most vital and important aspects to a fulfilling experience at A.I.R. Gallery. The best way to participate in the Fellowship program is to attend openings, gallery events, and engage with mentors and our community of artists.  The mandatory criteria to complete a successful Fellowship are: executing a solo exhibition, holding a group discussion during your exhibition, and participating in programmed professional development workshops.

HOW CAN I MAKE SURE I’M SUBMITTING A STRONG APPLICATION?
In an effort to help artists understand the Fellowship Program and learn tips for putting together a really great application, A.I.R. will host a FREE info session on Thursday, August 29, at 6 PM ET on Zoom. Attendance is not mandatory, however we strongly encourage applicants to attend if possible. A video recording of the session will be made available to those unable to attend. For more info please click here.