NEW YORK ARTISTS PROGRAM

In 1972, a group of women artists founded A.I.R. (Artists in Residence) Gallery—the first artist-run gallery for women in the United States. New York Artist members benefit from a supportive arts organization that encourages experimentation, provides resources and exhibition space, and allows artists to shape the gallery’s programming. A.I.R. takes no more than 20% commission on any work sold directly through the gallery and does not place any restrictions on an artist’s affiliations with other galleries.

PLEASE NOTE: CURRENTLY, WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING NEW APPLICANTS FOR MEMBERSHIP.

BENEFITS & COMMITMENT
Each New York Artist presents a solo exhibition in Gallery I every 2½ – 3 years. Each artist’s work is represented on the gallery’s website. Additionally, all member artists may use the gallery space for meetings and events throughout the year. Artists may initiate programs and projects that enhance and extend their work and that of the gallery as a whole. A.I.R. Gallery’s Executive Director and the Director of Exhibitions and Fellowship provide artists with professional and curatorial support. The twenty New York Artist members serve as the board of directors and contribute to the financial support of the organization through membership dues.

MEMBERS’ RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Attend monthly meetings, serve on two committees each year, and active participation in group activities.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
$500 initiation, $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