Artist Residencies in Thailand

Baan Noorg Collaborative Arts & Culture

Nongpho, Thailand

Baan Noorg Collaborative Arts & Culture, founded in 2011 in Nongpho, Ratchaburi, Thailand, offers an International Artist in Residence Program focused on community engagement, cultural exchange, and multidisciplinary practice. Situated in a Tai Yuan heritage town, the program invites international artists, curators, and researchers to stay for periods ranging from three weeks to three months. Artists engage with the community through workshops, exhibitions, and collaborative events. The program promotes contemporary art in rural and urban contexts, fostering creative interactions and direct engagement with the local culture and landscape. Artists can work in shared studio spaces with access to basic tools, and they are provided accommodation within a community-centric setting. The residency is self-funded by artists, with a participation fee of $100 per week for open calls, while invited artists may receive additional support. This artist-run residency emphasizes the importance of a shared artistic experience, community integration, and artistic development through critical discussion and cultural immersion.

Studio 88

Doi Saket, Thailand

Studio 88 Artist Residency is located in the serene town of Doi Saket, 25 kilometers from the vibrant cultural city of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Founded by international cultural manager Sasiwimon Wongjarin (Aom), the residency provides a space for artists to reflect, experiment, and create in a tranquil environment. Studio 88 welcomes artists from various disciplines, including literature, visual arts, new media, performing arts, craft, and design. The residency is designed to foster intercultural exchanges and support creative development through mentoring and tailored programs. Artists can stay in self-contained bungalows that offer both living and studio space, with access to shared facilities like a large indoor hall and exhibition space. Studio 88 also offers additional services such as technical support, curated studio visits, and networking opportunities. The residency aims to connect international artists with the local scene, facilitating meaningful cultural interactions and collaborations. Through its programs, Studio 88 emphasizes the importance of art in engaging with nature, people, and culture.