News – Page 2 – Studio 88 Artist Residency

Open Call for Artists

August 14, 2019May 2, 2022clairerosslynwilson

Studio 88 is now calling for artists in any discipline for 2019 and 2020.

Studio 88 Artist Residency is a space to play, share, learn, make mistakes and experiment in the northern Thai town of Doi Saket. Set in a rural landscape just 30 minutes from the cultural city of Chiangmai, Studio 88 gives time and space to focus on creating.

The aim of the residency is to provide time out from the busy day-to-day life in order to spend time in a tranquil space to create and think. There is no pressure to produce anything by the end of the residency, although the team can help to facilitate connections with galleries or other initiatives if the resident is interested.

In the first week Sasiwimon Wongjarin (Aom), an international arts manager and a native of Doi Saket, will introduce the residents to the space and the local context through a series of studio tours and site visits. Additionally, where possible she can provide any additional information about local artist initiatives relevant to each artist’s interests. The residency is an open format where each resident has the freedom to shape their own direction and focus.

Check out the application details and send your applications at least one month prior to your desired residency period.

How it all started: Trees inspire a family legacy

April 9, 2019September 9, 2022clairerosslynwilson

The seeds for Studio 88 were planted many years ago, by Aom’s grandfather, who first taught her the value of giving back to the community. Every time Aom returns home she is reminded of his foresight and community spirit standing tall in the row of teak trees along the 6 kilometer long canal road. Her grandfather did not live a long life to see these trees growing strong, but he has left the legacy not only to his family but people who are enjoying their shelter. Read more →

Don’t let old age get you down

March 28, 2019September 9, 2022clairerosslynwilson

Sak, a self-taught and veteran woodworker of Doi Saket, just turned 60 last year. He is now considered a senior citizen and entitled for elderly allowance. What does this mean to him and the community and society he lives in? And what can we at Studio 88 do to help? Read more →

Where can artists find funding to travel?

March 12, 2019May 2, 2022clairerosslynwilson

So you’ve found the perfect artist residency or opportunity, but how can you get there? Making ends meet as an artist can be difficult enough without the added challenge of trying to travel half way across the world. However, travelling as part of a creative practice can provide amazing opportunities and inspiration, even if it takes years to come into fruition in your work. Here we outline a few places to look if you’re seeking funding to travel to an artist residency. This is not an exhaustive list, but rather a place to get a few ideas of where to start. Read more →