A space for making and thinking in Chiangmai
Franklin Lau is a visual artist and percussionist with over three decades of experience in photography, spanning lifestyle, fashion, and fine art. His artistic journey also embraces music, moving from drumming and djembe to the meditative power of gongs and sound healing. Now based in Chiang Mai, he continues to explore the intersection of image, sound, and culture. Franklin has been a great support to Studio 88 and he enjoys collaborate with our local and international artists.
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Studio 88 Artist Residency is delighted to welcome Rebecca Banerjee, also known as Chandana, a multidisciplinary artist, actress, and energy healer whose work sits at the intersection of storytelling, trauma healing, and creative embodiment. With over two decades of experience in the performing arts and a deep commitment to holistic wellness, Rebecca brings a unique and powerful voice to Studio 88—one that channels both stage presence and spiritual sensitivity.
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Studio 88 Artist Residency is delighted to welcome Thomas Triebe-Pay, an abstract sculptor from Toronto, Ontario, as our artist-in-residence for July and August 2025. With a strong foundation in sculpture and arts management, Thomas brings a distinctive approach to material, form, and spatial engagement.
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Richard Henley is a multi-disciplinary designer from London with a background in set design and product design. He chose to come to Chiang Mai because of its rich craft culture and the opportunity to learn from local artisans. He was attracted to Studio 88 for its tranquil, natural environment away from the city’s hustle and bustle. He reflected his time during the residency with Studio 88 here.
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Call for Applications
SoulScapes: The Healing Arts Residency
A space for artists and therapists to recreate, restore, and share artistic and healing practices.
Residency Dates: 7 July – 31 August 2025 (Duration: 3–8 weeks)
Submission Deadline: 15 May 2025 (for residency starting 7 July 2025)
Submission deadline: 15 June 2025 (for residency starting 4 August 2025)
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We’re excited to welcome Abi Salami, an American contemporary artist originally from Lagos, Nigeria, to Studio 88. Known for her bold, surrealist paintings, Abi’s work explores the intersections of identity, culture, and the lasting impact of colonial histories. Her art challenges dominant narratives, using vivid imagery to confront themes of postcolonialism, education, and the complexities of personal and collective memory.
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Jack Hyslop is a multimedia artist, writer, and musician from Los Angeles, California, whose work reimagines discarded materials into thought-provoking creations. Jack explores themes of everyday beauty, overconsumption, and humanity’s impact on the natural world through collage and reconstruction. His artistic practice celebrates sustainability, often incorporating reused or secondhand materials from online marketplaces, roadside donations, and community exchanges.
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We are delighted to welcome Sara Wolman back to Studio 88 as a returning Artist-in-Residence! Sara is an accomplished artist and environmental advocate whose work bridges the worlds of art, nature, and science. Her practice reflects a profound respect for the natural world, which she channels into innovative creations designed to inspire awe, empathy, and action.
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British designer Richard Henley’s month-long residency at Studio 88 Artist Residency celebrates the fusion of Thai craftsmanship and global design perspectives, unveiling lighting prototypes that honor raw materials, processes, and traditions. Explore this collaboration at Studio 88 x Richard Henley during Chiang Mai Design Week 2024.
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