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A moment in time
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 16/01/2019
» Workers and labourers. They have both fascinated and perturbed photographers since the dawn of the industrial era. From Lewis Hine's haunting shots of child labour conditions in early 20th Century America to Sebastiao Salgado's stunning reporting on the world's manual labourers at the turn of the 21st century, images of their hardships and plight are what create social change, along with keeping the rest of the world humble and thankful for what they have.
The new face of art in Thailand
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 22/10/2018
» Friday marked the official launch of Thailand's premiere Bangkok Art Biennale (BAB). It's been a long time coming, but for those in the dark, a biennale, in the art world, is a large-scale international contemporary art exhibition that takes place every two years in major art hubs around the world. Artworks by both renowned artists and rising stars are scattered throughout the city, adding vibrancy and sparking profound discussions about art and culture for a period of a few months.
Branded art
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 26/09/2018
» For their final international art showcase of the year, Sofitel SO will be hosting "Beyond Bangkok" -- a solo exhibition by French London-based contemporary artist Louise-Nicolas Darbon from tonight until Nov 10, 2018.
The Killers kill it at Thunder Dome
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 26/09/2018
» Despite the absolute chaos of acquiring wristbands to enter Thunder Dome's concert hall (VIJI Corp, please figure this out), Las Vegas-based rock band The Killers made up for it 10 times over with possibly one of the best rock concert experiences in Thailand this year.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 11/08/2018
» 1 Thong Lor's 72 Courtyard has a ton of Mother's Day promotions this weekend, starting with the newly opened Carb and Wine Bar. Serving pizza, pasta and charcuterie boards, the restaurant is offering a special "Free Pizzas For Mamas" promotion, about which more information can be had if you call 02-392-6922. Then there's Japanese comfort food Lucky Fish, offering mothers 30% off on all menu items, as well as a free glass of cold-pressed juice for all you mothers out there. Mexican eatery Touche Hombre has a special 1,000 baht Mother's Day menu as well, consisting of Chips and Salsa Roja Mexicana, Soft Shell Crab Cangrejo, Grilled Chicken del Habanero or Roasted Pork Belly Al Pastor Tacos, and Roasted Kingfish Collar, as well as a complimentary ice-cream sandwich to boot. Last but not least, tapas bar Toro Bangkok has a 1,000 baht menu, from which mothers can select five of their favourite hot and cold tapas to enjoy. For more information, visit facebook.com/72courtyard.
A thousand words of shape and form and social observation
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 04/07/2018
» PhotoBangkok, Thailand's largest, home-grown international photography festival, will be launching its second iteration today at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC).
More real than reality
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 21/06/2018
» ‘This is my favourite room!” exclaimed teamLab member Takashi Kudo as he led us through a maze of hanging crystal lights. With the LEDs glimmering and dancing around us like stars, it felt like we were drifting through a cosmic universe. Taking out his phone, Kudo, with a swipe of his finger, suddenly made it rain. White lights trickled down from the hanging crystal strips mimicking raindrops, changing the atmosphere completely. It was a jaw-dropping experience, but the gorgeous display of light and sound was just the tip of the iceberg.
Offers you can't refuse
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 08/06/2018
» People visit museums and galleries for a disparate amount of reasons, whether to learn about a certain historical subject or to be inspired by a master artist. But while walking around and admiring the priceless artwork and artefacts, one question never really comes to mind: How in the world did the gallery acquire these items?
Through the lens of diplomacy
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 16/05/2018
» To go into a community, society or area that's rarely seen by others and to be accepted into their world, access may be considered a photographer's most valuable asset. Yet for Pericles Boutos, Greek ambassador to Thailand, access was handed to him from the day he landed in the Kingdom three-and-a-half years ago.
Killers set to cause a hot Bangkok fuss
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 16/05/2018
» The Killers are coming out of their cage and they've been doing just fine (that's a song reference if you've missed it), as thanks to Singha Music and VIJI Corp, the long-running Los Angeles-based alternative rock band will be bringing their world tour to Bangkok's Thunderdome Muang Thong Thani on Sept 17.