Studio 88 and Chinese Art Center NY20+ Launch a Joint Residency for Thai Artists in Chengdu, China

We are calling for applications for the inaugural “Studio 88 x NY20+ Residency for Thai Artists” taking place on 1 to 30 April 2024 in Chengdu, China. The residency is open for two Thai artists from any discipline, who are currently residing in Thailand and have a working command of English (Chinese is not compulsory).

Situated in Chengdu, Sichuan, NY20+ is an art promotion organization committed to international cultural exchanges, and strengthening cooperation among art institutions and art practitioners, art teachers and students. Its sprawling 141,000-square-meter campus is divided into three themed zones, providing ample space for exhibitions, workshops and cultural events. 

The “Studio 88 x NY20+ Residency for Thai Artists” program is inspired by the traditional Bashu culture of Sichuan, and invites applicants interested in exploring local cultural heritage and ecology, and the interplay between tradition and modernity. The applicants will be introduced to the elements of the Bashu traditions, as well as local handicraft, history and patterns, and free to experiment with incorporating them into their own art.

What does the residency include?

  • Private or shared studios/workspaces equipped with art materials as per applicant’s project needs
  • Private or shared accommodation
  • Standard breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided at a regular time in residence
  • Administrative support on-site
  • Websites in Chinese and English for all participants, created by NY20+
  • Opportunities for workshops, participation in cultural events, annual group exhibition, lectures, seminars and other events

Residency fees

Free

Deadline

20 February 2024

Selection process

The upcoming residency can accommodate two Thai artists. Studio 88 and NY20+ will make the selection and the successful applicants will be notified via email by 29 February 2024.

Important

All special requirements must be discussed with the organizers in advance. The organizers are not able to cover participants’ travel expenses and visa fees.

To applyplease download the form below and send it to studio88artistresidency[at]gmail.com 

For more information contact us at  studio88artistresidency[at]gmail.com 

Special call for visual artists: The AiR We Breathe 2023

Studio 88 Artist Residency is calling for visual artists to apply for a special residency on the theme “The AiR We Breathe”, to be part of the Art for Air Festival 2023 in Chiangmai. 

The four-week programme in our residency space in Doi Saket, 30 minutes from the centre of Chiangmai, explores the topic of air quality. The residency, with a select group of international and Thai artists, is facilitated by locally based arts manager and Studio 88 founder Sasiwimon Wongjarin (Aom).

The residency is open to national and international artists, arts collectives, and creative practitioners with diverse visual art forms and/or cross-disciplinary approaches. 

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