EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided February 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB082023_01B2203
ExhibitionsMetPublished materialMetAwardsNot metLeading or critical roleNot metMembershipNot metJudgingClaimed, not analyzedOriginal contributionsClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A photographer and business owner from Brazil claimed extraordinary ability through seven criteria. The AAO found two criteria met: published material and exhibition display. However, the petitioner failed to establish three qualifying criteria and lacks sustained national or international acclaim required for the classification.
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What the AAO accepted
- Exhibitions · Photographs displayed at artistic photography exhibition
- Published material · Director found criterion satisfied; AAO agreed
What was missing
- Awards · No major, internationally recognized award demonstrated
- Leading or critical role · Businesses lack distinguished reputation despite client testimonials
- Membership · Membership does not require outstanding achievements judged by experts
- Final merits · Does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Exhibitions | Met | Photographs displayed at artistic photography exhibition |
 Published material | Met | Director found criterion satisfied; AAO agreed |
 Awards | Not met | No major, internationally recognized award demonstrated |
 Leading or critical role | Not met | Businesses lack distinguished reputation despite client testimonials |
 Membership | Not met | Membership does not require outstanding achievements judged by experts |
 Judging | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed |
 Original contributions | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed |
 Final merits | Not met | Does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim |
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