Maybank Foundation offers a 3-month fellowship programme for 12 emerging visual and performing artists from across the ASEAN region. While the fellowship spans a 3-month period, artists are only required to participate in key engagements and milestone events.
The programme includes a physical incubation held across Kelantan, Terengganu, and Pahang in Malaysia. The fellowship culminates in a final showcase in Kuala Lumpur.
Timeline:
- The incubation period: 2 – 11 September 2026
- Production of Artwork: 12 September – 26 October 2026 (45 days)
- Exhibition Setup: 27 – 29 October 2026
- Final Exhibition in Kuala Lumpur: 30 October – 4 December 2026
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be between 23 to 45 years old at the time of application.
- Applicants must be citizens of an ASEAN member country: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam or Timor Leste.
- Applicants must have participated in at least one solo, group exhibition, shows or performances.
- Applicants must be a practising artist for a minimum of 3 years
Selected fellows are provided with a production and installation stipend, flights, accommodation, meals, transportation and daily allowance during fellowship incubation period.
