Project for Empty Space announces Zalika Azim as an artist in residence!

Monday, Mar 23, 2026

Project for Empty Space is proud to announce the Cycle 10 Artists In Residence: Aimee Koran, Amy Ritter, CAZORLA + SALEME, Danielle De Jesus, and Zalika Azim.

The PES Artist In Residence Program is an annual initiative that invites visual artists working in socially engaged practices to develop their work in Newark, New Jersey. Over the course of the two-year residency, artists receive studio space at 800 Broad Street, funding, and professional development opportunities—including studio visits and critical feedback sessions—along with the chance to lead community programs inspired by their practice. The residency culminates in a solo exhibition showcasing the new work created during their time at PES.

Now in its tenth cycle, the AIR Program has a multifaceted mission intended to benefit both the artists and a larger audience. The program strives to foster a symbiotic relationship between artists and audiences, serving as a conduit for innovative artistic practice and meaningful community engagement, while cultivating dialogue on overlooked social equity and activism.

Learn More HERE.