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2027–2028 A.I.R. FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
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Posted by: A.I.R. Gallery
Deadline: Tue, November 10th, 2026
Established in 1993 by artist Stephanie Bernheim, the A.I.R. Fellowship Program for Emerging and Underrepresented Women and Non-Binary Artists has enabled more than 130 artists to realize their first solo exhibition in New York City with the support of the A.I.R. community. The Fellowship Program annually awards six emerging artists based in New York City with their first solo exhibition, professional development programming, curatorial support, and mentorship during a 12-month fellowship that runs September–August.
Eligibility
A woman or non-binary visual artist working in any media
18 years of age or older
A resident of the five boroughs of New York City (Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Staten Island) for the full duration of the Fellowship (September 2027–August 2028)
Have not had a solo exhibition at a permanent venue in NYC in the last 10 years
Not a student or enrolled in any degree-granting program at the time of the program (September 2027–August 2028)
Not participating in a comparable development, fellowship, or residency program at the time of the program (September 2027–August 2028)
Not currently a member, employee, or board member of A.I.R. Gallery, and have not previously had a solo show at A.I.R.
Not a Fellowship Program alum
Benefits
4–5 Professional development workshops led by professionals in the field (Fall 2027)
A solo exhibition at A.I.R. Gallery (Spring/Summer 2028)
An artist-mentor at A.I.R. Gallery to work with throughout the program
One-on-one studio visit with one of the review panelists
Ongoing studio visits and support from A.I.R. staff
A stipend of $3,000
Posted on Mon, September 14th, 2026
Expires on Tue, November 10th, 2026
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