Greatness Defined by Art
Join the African Portrait Gallery
Become part of a global cultural institution dedicated to artistic excellence.
Why Join APG
The African Portrait Gallery invites artists, photographers, writers, researchers, curators, institutions, patrons, and supporters to participate in a serious cultural project dedicated to honoring African achievement and preserving the legacy of those who have shaped Africa and people of African descent.
Membership Categories
Artists & Photographers
For visual artists, portrait painters, photographers, digital artists, and image- akers who wish to contribute to APG’s visual archive, exhibitions, and portrait projects.
Writers & Researchers
For scholars, historians, writers, journalists, biographers, critics, and researchers interested in African history, leadership, culture, art, and biography.
Curators & Cultural Contributors
For individuals with experience in curation, archives, exhibitions, cultural programming, art administration, education, or institutional development.
Institutional Partners
For museums, galleries, niversities, foundations, NGOs, ultural centers, media rganizations, and other nstitutions that wish to collaborate with APG.
Patrons & Supporters
For individuals, families, donors, sponsors, foundations, companies, and friends of APG who wish to support APG’s mission financially, materially, professionally, or through networks.
How to Join
Submit Supporting Materials
Upload a portfolio, CV, writing sample, institutional profile, letter of interest, or sample images if available.
APG Reviews Your Application
APG will review the application and contact the applicant if approved or if more information is needed.