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Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with featured exhibits, resources, and a new Profile Skin created by @TsaoShin ! Observed annually in May in the United States, Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is a celebration recognizing the contributions and achievements of people of Asian, South Asian, and Pacific Islander heritage. The observation has been in place since 1979, when it was first observed as Pacific/Asian American Heritage Week, and in the 1990s it was expanded to the full month of May. For AAPI Heritage Month, DeviantArt is highlighting cultural events, exhibits, online features, and activities you can participate in to enjoy and appreciate some of the wide variety of cultural contributions from Asian, South Asian, and Pacific Islander communities. Observing AAPI Heritage Month There are many distinct cultures celebrated during AAPI Heritage Month, and we welcome you to use this journal as a starting point on ways you can observe AAPI Heritage Month.

Seniority has been a cornerstone of DeviantArt since its early years, and is an award given to those who have made their mark on the community. These outstanding deviants have been recognized for their level of interaction, helpfulness with others, kindness, sincerity, and many other notable traits. These deviants can be recognized by the medal icon that appears next to their username, and in 23 years, less than 2,000 deviants have received Seniority. The following deviants, having shown a kindred spirit that has led to continued positive community interaction and involvement, are the most recent recipients of Seniority. Please join us in congratulating them! @cameraflou @cameraflou is a long-time deviant and familiar name around the photography community who frequently collaborates with other artists. He consistently leaves thoughtful feedback for deviants while also encouraging other artists to pursue their craft. @Leonca An artist of varied interests, @Leonca has