RESIDENCY IN ULAANBAATAR
The Red Corner invites international artists to apply for artist-in-residence program currently situated in the courtyard of Magic Land II, Community Center, located in the Uliastai area of Bayanzurkh district, which is a part of the Ger District, a unique sub-urban neighborhood of Ulaanbaatar city, surrounded by residential houses and gers of recent rural migrants. The area is 11 km from the city center. The residency offers a unique opportunity for artists to experience a neo-nomadic, minimal lifestyle by living and working together in a traditional nomadic dwelling called “Ger”.
Duration of residency
6 residency spots available from 1 June to 15 Jul 2025. We accept artists staying a minimum 15-day.
Accommodation
Living in Nomadic Red Corner residency is a unique opportunity, which allows artists to experience a traditional Mongolian, minimal lifestyle. The residency compound has three gers, which are connected to electricity and the internet. Ger (often called yurt) is a round-shaped traditional Mongolian housing with a cone-like roof, covered by felt under canvas, which is used for thousands of years as a dwelling by nomads in the steppes of the country.
Wooden structures and furniture of Gers are beautifully designed, using contemporary and traditional elements, and made by local craftsmen and contemporary artists. Two are used for accommodating artists, each has 3 beds, sheets, towels, shelves, and other necessary supplies for accommodating 6 artists in total. Every Ger has electric stove, refrigerator, coffee maker, and other necessary amenities. Artists can prepare their meals using the kitchen amenities provided.
Artists are allowed to use the shower, bathrooms, and washing machine of the community center, which is within 50 meters of their residence. Each ger has a sink for washing hands and dishes. As Gers are not connected to the infrastructure, artists need to carry water from the community center and use it for cooking, washing kitchen stuff, floor etc. During cold weather, fire can be made for heating, using a stove installed in each ger. Instructions for living will be provided.
Fees and support
25 USD per day (per person) for accommodation (we reduced price starting from 2025). Selected applicants will be required to pay the 50% deposit in three months advance. We encourage artists to apply for funds from international organizations, such as ASEF, Prince Claus Fund, or funding organizations of their respective countries for travel, research, and exhibition grants. For the selected applicants, the project will provide all necessary letters necessary for obtaining visas and grants. Funded residency projects will be announced individually.
Expectations towards the artist
We expect a close collaboration between artists residing at the residency. Artists can organize workshops and events at the community place in June involving local kids.
Support from the organization
Residency will provide comprehensive guidance for getting around city, assist in meeting local artists and exploring art scene and facilitate close collaboration with community center.
Studio / Workspace
Artists can organize workshops and events at the community place in June involving local kids. A community place stops its operation for the summer vacation; however artists can use the center for their own activities. Magic Land Community Center has a library, coffee shop, conference room, and classrooms for art, music, and dance classes. The outdoor area of the courtyard has a calisthenics equipment set and a basketball court.
Application information
The applicants should send the following information to info@redcorner-mongolia.com:
– Portfolio and links to their work;
– Country of origin and current residence;
– A short description of the plan during residency;
– The dates they wish to stay at the residency;
– Any other information, the applicant wants to let the Red Corner team know.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions about our residency and its programs.
SPECIAL FEATURES
Feel the organic
Round shaped space, made of organic materials such as wool, cotton and wood create a nature-like environment and nurture a sense of harmony. Wool is an excellent sound absorber, has an ability to reduce noises significantly and create relaxing atmosphere.
Explore neo-nomadic lifestyle
Residency is made of traditional nomadic tent, called “Ger”, which is designed for living and working together, sharing, and helping each other and having a minimal consumption. Mongolian nomadic families have pursued this way of living for thousands of years.
Work with the community
By staying at the residency, artists will have an opportunity to explore extraordinary neighborhoods of rural-urban migrants, the recent nomads, and work for the community together with project team and the Magic Land Community Development Center.
Use uniques bus studio
Old bus, which was acquired from bus company at cheap price was transformed into beautiful studio by resident artists. Bus Art Studio has several tables and chairs for work, one big bed for relaxation and 2 wooden chests for storing art supplies. Wi-fi is available inside of the studio.
Travel with local artists
In the past our resident artists travelled to the countryside to explore traditional nomadic lifestyles and natural places such as the Gobi Desert. Artists developed ideas and collected materials for their artworks. Upon return artists created their artworks and showcased in various art spaces of Ulaanbaatar city.
