Residency Costs

About

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.

Media accepted

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Entry fee: Individual artist: 40,000 THB (2 weeks) to 100,000 THB (8 weeks); Artist duo/with assistant: 36,000–90,000 THB per person; Artist group (3+ people): 34,000–85,000 THB per person; Additional family member: 20,000–50,000 THB per person. All in Thai baht. Discounted prices available for artist groups and Thai artists.
Eligibility: Open to individual artists, artist duos, artists with assistants, and artist groups (minimum 3 people). Special rates available for Thai artists.