New Space Arts Residency

About the residency program

New Space Arts Foundation runs an annual residency program open to all Vietnamese and international artists to stay and work in Hue city. 

Aiming to increase contemporary art appreciation amongst the general public, NSAF’s main activities financially and spatially support young Vietnamese and international artists by giving them the opportunities to uninhibitedly express, develop and realize their ideas. NSAF owns a friendly/convenient location where artists could experiment with new artistic media such as video art, performance art, and installation art. It also offers space for film screenings, workshops, and art discussions. 

Depending on specific cases, NSAF will invite appropriate independent artists, critics, and curators to be guest curators or co-artistic directors of the programming.

To apply, please download and fill out the application form available below. The filled out form is to be sent to the foundation via email together with a CV, a portfolio, and a portrait photo (please carefully read the instructions at the bottom of the application form). If the project is approved, an invitation letter will be sent to the applicant with more details on the date, time, and conditions. All projects which are not approved by NSAF will not be replied to.

Frequently asked questions

What is the duration of a typical residency?
Our artists-in-residence often stay with us from 1 to 3 months. However, we are flexible and will adapt to the particular requirements of each project.

How many artists-in-residence are at the space at one time?
Our hosting capacity allows for two artists to stay with us at a time.

What kind of facilities do artists have access to while in residence?
Each artist will have their own room and access to our studio and co-working space, as well as our kitchen and living space.

Are companions allowed?
We are happy to host your partners given that you share a room.

Are grants available?
New Space Arts Foundation is a non-profit organization without institutional support. Due to a limited budget, we cannot provide financial funding. We encourage selected and enthusiastic artists to apply for grants or sponsors and are happy to assist in the process.

What are the expenses expected to be paid by the artists-in-residence?
Expected expenses include residency fee, travel, supplies, and food.

What is the working language at the space?
We speak English, yes!

Artists in Residence

Event Sponsorship

Each year the NSAF organizes and sponsors at least twelve art and culture events in Hue city. NSAF also has extra programs such as drawing classes and film screenings for children every Sunday. 

Le Ngoc Thanh and Le Duc Hai - visual artists - are managers and artistic directors of NSAF. Depending on specific cases, NSAF will invite appropriate independent artists, critics and curators to be guest curators or co-artistic directors.

Artists, Guests and Visitors