China | Topu Town Art Residency 2024

Art Residency @ Topu Town, organised by Pien Chih-lin Art Museum and Plain Studio in Nantong, China, is calling for applications from international artists of any discipline to attend the residency for two weeks between 15 June and 9 August 2024.

Situated in the Yangtze River Delta of China, adjacent to Shanghai, Topu Town is a township known for its concentration of high-tech industries. Surrounding a picturesque lake, the town's streets feature numerous charming restaurants and cafes, a cosy bookstore, as well as a small theatre and many artists' studios.

During each residency period, two artists are hosted for short-term stays, with the aim of fostering stronger, interactive collaborations.

Eligibility

Open to artists of any nationality
All disciplines are welcome, including but not limited to visual art, performance art, digital art, music, photography, and literature, and more
Applicants must have at least two years of art making experience
Text-related work is limited to Chinese/English only

Support provided

A fee allowance for land transportation from the nearest airport or train station (the artist is responsible for international/domestic transportation)
A double or standard room accommodation
A daily allowance of 150 RMB
Comprehensive assistance to the artists (including language support and artist studio visits)
Support for one public activity (such as a workshop, sharing session, screening, etc.)

Art Residency @ Topu Town application guidelines

Deadline: 18 May 2024