Residency Costs

Overview

Studio 88 offers artist residencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand, ranging from 2 weeks to 3 months. A residency of 4 weeks or above is advised. Studio spaces of different sizes and types are available depending on availability. Residents must bring their own computer or materials; alternatively, materials can be purchased in Chiang Mai with Studio 88's assistance.

Who Can Apply

Individual artists, artist duos, artists with assistants, artist groups (minimum 3 people), and family groups are welcome. Discounted prices are available for artist groups and a special rate is offered for Thai artists. Please contact Studio 88 for details.

Residency Fees

• Individual artist: 40,000 THB (2 weeks), 52,000 THB (3 weeks), 60,000 THB (4 weeks), 80,000 THB (6 weeks), 100,000 THB (8 weeks)
• Artist duo/with assistant (per person): 36,000 THB (2 weeks), 46,800 THB (3 weeks), 54,000 THB (4 weeks), 72,000 THB (6 weeks), 90,000 THB (8 weeks)
• Artist group minimum 3 pax (per person): 34,000 THB (2 weeks), 44,200 THB (3 weeks), 51,000 THB (4 weeks), 68,000 THB (6 weeks), 85,000 THB (8 weeks)
• Additional family member (per person): 20,000 THB (2 weeks), 26,000 THB (3 weeks), 30,000 THB (4 weeks), 40,000 THB (6 weeks), 50,000 THB (8 weeks)

What is Included

• Individual bungalows with equipped kitchenette and cleaning service
• Individual and/or shared studio/work space
• Electricity, water, and wifi (including air-conditioning and fans)
• Administrative support on-site
• Curated studio visits
• Research assistance
• Networking opportunities for potential collaborations
• Artist profile promotion on website and social media platforms

Optional Add-On Services

• Airport transport (to and from)
• Two meals (self-service breakfast and shared home-cooked dinner)
• Organised trip or tour
• Technical support (woodwork, metalwork, etc.)
• Professional translation
• Exhibition installation and dismantlement
• Project and event management
• Workshops (subject to space and audience availability)
• Exhibition and project management (may take place up to 2 years after residency)

What is Not Provided

• Art materials or funding for materials
• Travel funding (airfares and transport to/from Thailand are the artist's responsibility)
• Travel visa fees
• Health insurance
• Entrance fees to museums, galleries, national parks, etc.
• Local travel costs
• Allowance or stipend
• Food, beverages, and groceries (artist's responsibility)

Payment Terms

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required upon residency confirmation. The remaining 50% balance is non-refundable and must be paid minimum one month before the residency begins.