a view of residency building
MMCA International Artist/Researcher Residency Program
Dobong-gu, Seoul, South Korea
MMCA Residency, run by the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (MMCA), is now receiving applications for the International Artist Residency Program 2023.
MMCA Residency Changdong, established in 2002, aims to provide a supportive environment for artists and foster creative exchanges between artists and various art professionals.
Residency Program Information
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Residency Program Summary
Residency Length
10 weeks - 10 weeks
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
11
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
Discipline
Interdisciplinary Arts
Visual Arts
Criticism
Performance Art
Art History
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Participate in open studio with fellow residents
Lead workshop for the public
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Immersion in new culture and/context
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Application Information
Additional Eligibility Information
No experience in MMCA residency programs (Changdong/Goyang)
- Fluent in English (mandatory)
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
20
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
100
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support Details
- Monthly Grant: 1,000,000 KRW (approx. 760 USD) per month, total 3,000,000 KRW for the entire residency period
* The grant will be transferred directly to the participant's Korean local bank account every month and the total amount is subject to change based on one’s actual residency period.
Application Type
Open application
Accessibility
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Manual / handbook before arrival
Orientation upon arrival
Links to resources, effective practices, grievance procedures, etc.
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility Contact Name
MMCA Residency
Accessibility Contact Email
mmcachangdong@gmail.com
Housing & Accomodation
Type of Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Accessible Communal Spaces
Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry in housing
WIFI available in housing
Air Conditioned Housing
Heat and Cool control managed by resident
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Additional Meals Information
Studio & Facilities
Studios/Facilities Details
Private Studio (46~60㎡) with Accommodation (furnished with a single bed, table, wardrobe, and other basic furniture),
Gallery Ⅰ(132㎡), Gallery Ⅱ(105㎡), Shared Toilet & Shower Room, Kitchen, Community Room, Outdoor Working Zone (191㎡) * Wireless Internet available.
Studios/Special Equipment
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Studio Support/Tech
Air Conditioned
Heat and Cool control access
