2023 - 2024
AIR FELLOWSHIP
The 2023-2024 AIR Fellowship brought together 7 talented BIPOC artists across various disciplines, each making significant strides in their artistic careers. Throughout the year, AIR Fellows engaged in collaborative projects, workshops, and mentorship opportunities that fostered their professional development. By providing essential resources and nurturing these artists, AIR was able to help them expand their support networks and refine their skills. The fellowship has proven to be a transformative experience, empowering these artists to reach new heights in their respective fields as the next generation of arts leaders in their communities.
FELLOWS
Erika Oba
Katie Quan
Vida Kuang
Lynn Huang
Scott Oshiroan
Shantré Pinkney
Peekaboo / Transcriptions
with Vinay Patel, Lenora Lee, Johnny Huy Nguyen
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Walking history tour through SF Chinatown with AIR founder, Francis Wong and AAPI activism with Joyce Nakamura
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Fireside chats with SF Poet Laureate, Genny Lim and Emmy-nominated filmmaker, James Chan on career trajectory
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Workshops with Kimberley Arteche / ilaya.co (Grantwriting) and rita zhang (Community Roots Financials)
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Attending performances from MacArthur Genius, Vijay Iyer and community legend, Nobuko Miyamoto
AIR staff provided invaluable support to artists through personalized 1:1 coaching in a myriad of areas including: brainstorming, strategic planning, marketing, self-care, accountability, and income stabilization. Additionally, the staff assisted with grant writing, equipping artists with the tools and knowledge needed to secure funding for their projects during the fellowship and into the future.
SOMA, Japantown , Chinatown, Fillmore, Tenderloin
SELECTION PROCESS
Questions? Send us an email at info@asianimprov.org
Asian Improv aRts will invite artists to apply for the Fellowship. Applications are reviewed by our staff, who will assess the project in order to determine the most appropriate level of support. We strive to make the application process as straightforward and accessible as possible, so all artists are encouraged to apply. Our staff is always available to answer any questions you may have about the application process.
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