Artsy Editorial highlights six exhibitions across the U.S. celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander artists during AAPI Heritage Month 2025. Featured shows include "Painting As Method" at Alisan Fine Arts, presenting works by Mimi Chen Ting, Yifan Jiang, and Kelly Wang; Ellie Kayu Ng's "Bloom!" at LATITUDE Gallery New York; and Yunfei Ren's "Latitude Unknown" at Jonathan Carver Moore in San Francisco. The article also notes Art for Change's monthlong print spotlight and describes the diverse media and themes—from hyperreal fashion-inspired paintings to ceramic sculptures and abstract landscapes—that reveal the breadth of contemporary AAPI art.
The article matters because it provides a curated, accessible guide to AAPI art during a designated heritage month, amplifying visibility for both established and emerging Asian American artists. By covering multiple galleries and cities, it underscores the growing institutional and commercial recognition of AAPI artistic voices, while also reflecting broader cultural conversations about identity, migration, and representation in the U.S. art world.