2027-2028 A.I.R. Fellowship Program

About the Open Call

Established in 1993, the A.I.R. Fellowship Program for Emerging and Underrepresented Women and Non-Binary Artists annually awards six local emerging artists with their first solo exhibition, professional development programming, curatorial support, and mentorship during a 12-month fellowship. Note that the application process is strictly anonymous.

What is Offered

Includes a solo exhibition at A.I.R. Gallery, professional development workshops, an artist-mentor, studio visits, and a $3,000 stipend.

Requirements

Visual artists who are women or non-binary, 18+ years old, residing in the five boroughs of NYC for the program duration. Must not have had a solo exhibition in NYC in the last 10 years, not currently a student, and not a current member/employee/alum of the fellowship.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via the A.I.R. Gallery Submittable platform. The review process is anonymous, so all submitted files must have names removed from filenames and content.