About the Program
Sam Rit Residency was borne out of the desire to create a flexible, inclusive and authentic residency program in the North Eastern village of Sam Rit, Thailand. We are the first government approved facility of its kind in the region. With additional opportunities such as guided tours, hands-on demonstrations with village locals, to family dinners and market visits, residents can have the chance to inspire new direction and energy in their work whilst escaping from the daily distractions of home/work/school life.
Sam Rit Residency offers open calls with specific projects and date for group of artists. We welcome all who are interested - from artists of all mediums, arts managers and arts workers, academics of all disciplines, researchers and students. This cultural residency program offers a rare opportunity of total immersion into real rural Thai life with the comfort and convenience of a self-contained residence with shared facilities and a support network in place.
Program Objectives
Sam Rit Residency wishes to encourage residents to experience village life and make a conscious effort to engage with locals through ceremonies, events and daily life interactions. Residents wishing to have a public outcome of their research or work from their stay are welcome to arrange an event or exhibition with assistance of the Program Director and Coordinator.
Length of Stay
Option 1: 2 weeks
Option 2: 3 weeks
Option 3: 4 weeks
Opiton 4: 8 weeks
We are a flexible program and welcome inquiries from any interested parties. Please use the Contact page to get in touch.
Sam Rit Residency was founded by Japanese-Australian artist Elysha Rei. The project was initiated in 2011, with research and development taking place over 3 years. The first resident artist was then welcomed in 2014. Rei stepped down as Operational Director in 2017, with the operations of the business successfully handed over to coordinators in Sam Rit village.
Sam Rit Residency offers open calls with specific projects and date for group of artists. We welcome all who are interested - from artists of all mediums, arts managers and arts workers, academics of all disciplines, researchers and students. This cultural residency program offers a rare opportunity of total immersion into real rural Thai life with the comfort and convenience of a self-contained residence with shared facilities and a support network in place.
Program Objectives
- To provide a comfortable, culturally authentic and inspiring stay for residents
- To provide the community of Sam Rit with a chance for cultural exchange and an insight into the interests of the resident through one open studio day, community engagement and daily interactions with village life
Sam Rit Residency wishes to encourage residents to experience village life and make a conscious effort to engage with locals through ceremonies, events and daily life interactions. Residents wishing to have a public outcome of their research or work from their stay are welcome to arrange an event or exhibition with assistance of the Program Director and Coordinator.
Length of Stay
Option 1: 2 weeks
Option 2: 3 weeks
Option 3: 4 weeks
Opiton 4: 8 weeks
We are a flexible program and welcome inquiries from any interested parties. Please use the Contact page to get in touch.
Sam Rit Residency was founded by Japanese-Australian artist Elysha Rei. The project was initiated in 2011, with research and development taking place over 3 years. The first resident artist was then welcomed in 2014. Rei stepped down as Operational Director in 2017, with the operations of the business successfully handed over to coordinators in Sam Rit village.
