EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2014Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC152014_04B2203
Original contributionsNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
An artist self-petitioner claimed extraordinary ability in arts under EB-1A. She asserted meeting published material and original contributions criteria. The AAO affirmed the director's denial, finding no qualifying published material about her work in major publications and no demonstrated contributions of major significance. Overall evidence insufficient to establish sustained national or international acclaim.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Original contributions · Petitioner has not demonstrated contributions of major significance in the field; solo exhibition and artistic involvement insufficient
- Published material · Materials submitted do not constitute published material about petitioner relating to her work or appear in professional or major trade publications
- Final merits · Evidence in aggregate does not demonstrate level of expertise required; petitioner is not among small percentage at very top of field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Original contributions | Not met | Petitioner has not demonstrated contributions of major significance in the field; solo exhibition and artistic involvement insufficient |
 Published material | Not met | Materials submitted do not constitute published material about petitioner relating to her work or appear in professional or major trade publications |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence in aggregate does not demonstrate level of expertise required; petitioner is not among small percentage at very top of field |
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