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Google's Artist in Residence program

Google's Artist in Residence program (AIR) commissions and acquires artwork for Google spaces around the world. We recognize artists as essential innovators who inspire creativity in the communities where we live and work.

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Caroline Kaufman, photo courtesy Charles Benton

Our team of expert curators and cultural producers is committed to building long-lasting relationships between Google, artists, and local communities through collaborations, commissions, and partnerships.

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Marina Zurkow, photo courtesy Charles Benton

We work with local artists whose creative practices reflect diverse perspectives, styles, and mediums. We commission artists that amplify our program's core goals: building community, inspiring creativity, and fostering innovation.

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Neil Hamamoto, photo courtesy Charles Benton