The Arts Council Korea (ARKO) is accepting applications for its ARKO Art Studio residency program in Seoul, which will host 10 visual artists—six international and four local—for two rounds in 2025. Selected artists receive private studio space in Pyeongchang-dong, cultural tours, mentorship, networking events, and studio visits with curators, culminating in a two-month group exhibition at the ARKO Art Center. The application deadline is February 18, with successful applicants announced on March 11.
This residency matters because it fosters cross-cultural exchange and supports artistic creation amid growing global interest in Korean culture. The program's high competitiveness—last year only one in 25 applicants was selected—underscores its prestige and the increasing demand for opportunities to engage with Korea's vibrant art scene.