Koh Mak Art Residency | Coral Pottery - Create, Collaborate, Build Something New

The Koh Mak Art Residency is rooted in collaboration, creativity, and community-building on one of Thailand’s most serene and unspoiled islands. We are looking for passionate artists who want to help shape this new residency from the ground up — not just as participants, but as co-creators.

Season & Duration

Season: November – March. Cool, dry weather ideal for outdoor work and clay that needs slow, even drying.
Stays: 4 weeks minimum — long enough to settle in, develop a body of work, and connect deeply with the community.

Residency Pricing & Accommodation

Private Bungalow

A standalone bungalow set directly by the ocean, with unobstructed sea views and a private outdoor terrace. Wake up to the sound of the waves, create with the sea as your backdrop, and recharge in a space designed for both deep focus and quiet reflection. Suitable for artists of all levels and backgrounds.

Duration Private Bungalow

Per week 14,000 THB

2 weeks 26,000 THB

1 month 48,000 THB

All rates include studio access and full participation in the residency program. Kiln firing fees for high-volume work billed separately. Early-bird discount of 10% available for bookings made more than 60 days in advance.

Every stay includes

Unlimited studio access
Connections to local craftspeople and cultural experiences
Wi-Fi and island transport orientation

Upgrade to accommodation at WhitesandKohMak.com

Get daily Breakfast and Motorbike
Daily Gym Access for just 3,500 THB more per week

Philosophy & Structure

The Koh Mak residency is designed for artists of all levels who work independently and want to contribute to an open, supportive studio environment.

Every session operates as a self-directed residency, welcoming artists from all backgrounds and at any stage of their creative journey — to focus, experiment, and collaborate without a prescribed theme or agenda.

Residents form a close-knit creative community, living and working together, exchanging ideas, and supporting each other’s practices. The island’s rhythms become part of your creative process.

The Residency Experience

Open-Concept Studios: 24-hour access to shared working spaces equipped for ceramic art and mixed media.

Community Connections: Collaborate with local craftspeople, offer workshops to island visitors, and explore Koh Mak's unique culture and natural environment.

Flexible Programming: No rigid theme — bring your own project, propose skill-shares, host group critiques, or organise special events for the community.

Artists as Organizers & Contributors

Because this is a brand-new initiative — and we’re building it together — resident artists are invited to play an active role in shaping the program. This means:

Participating in studio setup and maintaining shared facilities

Sharing skills, hosting demos or informal critiques

Helping document and promote the residency for future seasons

Supporting communications, logistics, and community events

If you are energised by the idea of building something from the ground up, being part of the founding team, and leaving your mark on the Koh Mak art community — this is the residency for you.

The Island Setting

Koh Mak is one of the Gulf of Thailand’s best-kept secrets — car-free, unhurried, and genuinely beautiful. Creativity flows as naturally as the ocean breeze.

The island’s six pillars — simplicity, community, longevity, sustainability, innovation, and the good life — create an ideal environment for artistic growth and meaningful collaboration.

Who Should Apply?

Visual Artists

Ceramicists, potters, sculptors, and visual artists of all levels — from complete beginners to established practitioners — who enjoy working both independently and within a community.

Cultural Enthusiasts

Creatives drawn to Southeast Asian culture, tropical island life, and community-driven programmes.

Community Builders

Those ready to contribute their time, energy, and expertise to help shape the residency’s present and future.

How to Apply

1

Simple Application

Tell us about your art, your experience, and your vision for contributing to the residency.

2

Portfolio

Share images of your work. Ceramics preferred, but all visual arts welcome.

3

Statement of Interest

Why Koh Mak? How will you help us build this community?

4

Rolling Admission

We accept applications year-round for residencies between May and October.

We invite adventurous artists who want more than a studio retreat — those looking to be catalysts, community-builders, and co-organizers. Every artist shapes Koh Mak’s future.

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