I have 3 art festival posters featuring my work. Is that enough for display evidence?

Festival posters that highlight your work help, but on their own they are usually not enough for EB-1. They can serve as evidence that your work was displayed at relevant events, which is a positive sign, but they rarely sustain a case by themselves.

What the category looks for is a consistent record of recognition in your field. Posters carry more weight when they are part of a broader body of evidence:

• Awards and distinctions at notable events.
• Expert criticism and press coverage of your work.
• Letters from specialists and other records of significant exhibition.

It is also worth considering the standing of the festivals: the more recognized the event, the more weight a poster tends to carry as proof of exhibition. What matters is the story the full body of evidence tells about the reach of your work.

Since each case is evaluated individually, it is worth checking the latest USCIS guidance and organizing your evidence with a specialist before filing.

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