Open Call for The AHL-AAPI Women Artist Cohort (2024–2025)

Deadline: October 15, 2024 (11:59 PM EST)

AHL Foundation invites submissions from Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women artists for a new initiative: The AHL-AAPI Women Artist Cohort. This project, part of AHL Foundation’s 2024–2025 programming, is dedicated to amplifying the voices of AAPI women addressing conversations surrounding gender justice, race, and art movements. Utilizing the arts, our new project is a platform to initiate creative discussions, expressions, and explorations. 

Project Overview

The AHL-AAPI Women Artist Cohort engages four AAPI women artists at the forefront of contemporary art. Participants will join a three-month intensive program designed to foster professional and creative growth. Artists will collaborate with a curator to develop a five-week group exhibition and its public programming. Each selected artist will receive a stipend of $2,000, which must be used toward the creation of new work and participation in project activities and the exhibition.

Eligibility:

• Women-identifying artists of AAPI descent
• Based in the U.S. and working in any medium (painting, sculpture, installation, video, etc.)
• Committed to addressing issues of gender, race, and social justice through their artistic practice
• Able to commit to all key program events as outlined in the timeline below

Program Structure and Timeline (Artist Participation Required for All Events):

• Orientation: November 9, 2024 (Zoom)
• Studio Visits: November 15–17, 2024, December 13, 2024 (In-person)
• Development Workshop 1: December 14, 2024 (In-person or Zoom)
• Development Workshop 2: December 21, 2024 (Zoom)
• Development Workshop 3: January 4, 2025 (Zoom)
• Development Workshop 4: January 11, 2025 (Zoom)

Please note that the meeting format (Zoom or in-person) and dates are subject to change based on circumstances.

Exhibition and Public Engagement (February – March 2025): The exhibition will run for five weeks, beginning in February 2025, with public programs including artist talks, panel discussions, and artist-led workshops. Community outreach will be a key focus. Each artist will exhibit their work and take charge of a designated week during the exhibition period, hosting public programs such as performances, workshops, artist talks, or presentations.

Submission Guidelines:

Interested artists should submit the following by October 15, 2024:

• A CV and artist bio
• A project description (500 words max) outlining your proposed work and its relevance to the themes of gender justice, race, and social activism
• A portfolio of recent work (5-10 images or video links)

Note: The $2,000 stipend is provided to support your participation in the cohort, including attendance at all scheduled events, collaboration with the curator, and the development or presentation of your work. While you can propose a new piece or showcase an existing one, please note that the stipend is meant to cover general participation costs, and no additional funding will be provided for creating new work.

Selection Process: A curator and an AHL Foundation committee will review all submissions and the four selected artists will be announced on October 25, 2024.

What We Provide:

• $2,000 stipend for each selected artist to support project participation and execution
• Opportunity to exhibit in a curated group exhibition at AHL Foundation’s gallery space
• Curatorial feedback and development support
• Exhibition catalog, installation, and promotional support

Submit your application via here by October 15, 2024.The selected artists will be announced on October 25, 2024. For inquiries, please contact info@ahlfoundation.org.