Organizer Information
Studio Gallery is a non-profit residency and exhibition space located in the Minhang District of Shanghai. Since 2017, the gallery has hosted international residents from diverse cultural backgrounds, emphasizing the refinement of artistic methods and academic discourse. It relies on its independently operated gallery and social funding to support research, publication, and professional networking within the global art community.
Title & Description
Studio Gallery Artist Residency Program.
Studio Gallery invites creators and researchers from around the world to its 300-square-meter residency space in Shanghai. This non-profit program focuses on in-depth documentation, academic exchange, and experimental creation, culminating in an "Open Studio" event and a dedicated feature in the "Artist Talk" newspaper.
This program is designed as a garrison for independent creative work, providing a bridge between artists, curators, and the public. The residency prioritizes the recording and dissemination of artistic processes, producing a specialized "Artist Talk" newspaper for each resident. The 300-square-meter, three-story villa offers a quiet, independent working environment adjacent to the OCAT Pujiang Art Museum, fostering a space where "different cultural identities and mediums come together" for extensive exchange and professional critique.
Categories
All Discipline, Visual Arts, Sculpture, Installation, Painting, Curatorial, Research, and Video Art.
Eligibility
- Artists: Independent practitioners with 3–5 years of creative experience.
- Curators: Current graduate/doctoral students or professionals pursuing curating as a career path.
- Mentality: Applicants must be willing to engage in experimental work, cooperate with data collection/photography, and maintain a highly independent work style.
- Open to International and domestic applicants.
Program Benefits and Awards
- Studio & Housing: Access to a 300-sqm facility including two studios, guest rooms, a darkroom, tool room, and courtyard.
- Publication: A dedicated edition of the "Artist Talk" newspaper documenting the resident's work and philosophy.
- Public Engagement: An "Open Studio" event during the final week to showcase work to industry professionals and the public.
- Exhibition Potential: Opportunity to be selected for a formal exhibition in the gallery space following the residency.
- Networking: Direct connection to a large network of art professionals and enthusiasts in Shanghai.
Fees
- Application Fee: 50 Yuan (approx. $7 USD) per applicant.
- Participation Fee: The residency is supported by gallery and social funding; however, artists are responsible for their own travel, insurance, and personal safety costs.
Application Requirements
- PDF Portfolio: Must include works from the past 2–3 years, arranged by size (largest to smallest) and date (newest to oldest).
- Artwork Details: High-resolution images with title, medium, dimensions, year, and exhibition status.
- Personal Data: Artist statement, birth year, city of origin/residence, education, exhibition history, and contact info.
- Curators: Must provide a research/curatorial statement and relevant history.
- Submission: Email materials to info@studiogallery.cn.
How to Apply?
Applicants must pay the registration fee and then submit their digital portfolio via email or the official website form. Apply via Studio Gallery Website
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: Ongoing / Long-term (No fixed deadline).
- Quota: Maximum of 10 places offered per year.
- Duration: Applicants may choose and propose the duration of their stay.
Location
China, Shanghai (Minhang District, Overseas Chinese Town).
Additional Details
The gallery provides invitation letters for visa applications, but residents are responsible for their own visa research and insurance. The space reserves the right to discuss and critique work from an academic perspective and may terminate projects based on academic judgment.