NEW YORK ARTISTS PROGRAM

In 1972, twenty women artists founded A.I.R. Gallery, the longest-running alternative space for women artists in the United States. New York Artist members benefit from a supportive community that encourages creative risk-taking, provides space to show one's work, and allows artists to shape the gallery’s programming. A.I.R. does not place any restrictions on an artist’s affiliation with commercial galleries.

BENEFITS & COMMITMENT
The twenty New York Artist members serve as A.I.R. Gallery's Board of Directors and sustain the organization through regular volunteer work on board committees and financial support in the form of membership dues. Each New York Artist presents a solo exhibition in Gallery I every 2½ – 3 years, maintains an artist page on A.I.R.'s website, and benefits from a membership network of care and support. Artists may initiate projects that enhance and extend the work of the organization. Members attend monthly board and committee meetings, donating at least 10 hours of their time to the organization each month. Financial responsibilities include a one-time $500 initiation fee and $240 monthly membership dues.

To apply for New York Membership, click here.

MEMBERS’ RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Attend monthly meetings, serve on one committee each year, and actively participate in group activities.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
one-time $500 initiation fee, $240 monthly membership dues

ELIGIBILITY
All women and non-binary artists living in New York, working in any media or materials, may submit an application. Artists working in video, new media, and installation, as well as traditional media, are encouraged to apply. A.I.R. seeks a diverse group of artists and approaches to art making. Current NY Artist members review an applicant based first on the quality and maturity of their work, and second on their expressed interest in participating in the gallery’s activities.

SELECTION PROCESS
After the current NY Artist members review an application, applicants are notified of their status. When there is an opening for artists, the Gallery Director contacts applicants of interest and arranges a studio visit, or an in-person artist presentation with A.I.R. Gallery members.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A.I.R. will not accept incomplete applications for membership. A complete application requires the following materials:
     - 10 digital images or video **images MUST be the following size: 1000px high (variable width), 72 dpi & jpg
     - Completed image list: file name, title of artwork, year, medium, and dimensions in H x W x D inches
     - One-page Artist Statement (Word Document)
     - Resume (Word Document)
     - Two References
     - Written Questions