EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2010Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Dec022010_01B2203
AwardsNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Visual artist claiming extraordinary ability in visual arts. Submitted organizational prize and television interview. AAO found prize not nationally or internationally recognized, television appearance does not constitute published material, and exhibition evidence lacked specific dates. Appeal dismissed.
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Prize not recognized beyond presenting organization; not commensurate with nationally or internationally recognized award
- Published material · Television interview does not constitute published material about petitioner in major publications or media
- Final merits · Achievements do not set petitioner significantly above almost all others in field at national or international level
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Prize not recognized beyond presenting organization; not commensurate with nationally or internationally recognized award |
 Published material | Not met | Television interview does not constitute published material about petitioner in major publications or media |
 Final merits | Not met | Achievements do not set petitioner significantly above almost all others in field at national or international level |
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