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Taking us all for a ride
B Magazine, Andrew Biggs, Published on 29/05/2016
» Here in Thailand we like hubs. I'm not talking about bicycle hubs, though we like those too. I'm talking about world hubs, and while we are yet to be the hub of anything really constructive, it hasn't stopped successive governments from trying.
Renaissanceof the X-ray
B Magazine, Michael Ruffles, Published on 29/05/2016
» While Peng Janthasorn's work looks like Rembrandts that have been X-rayed, there is a major difference between the young artist and the Dutch and Renaissance masters she loves. Peng cannot paint.
Reasons for back-breaking
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 11/09/2015
» Many would probably agree with me that watching Tony Jaa deliver righteous fury upon scores of bad guys is all good fun in and of itself. When we actually think about it, Jaa's past characters have committed untold absurdities to hundreds of people (who, to be fair, probably deserve it) for pretty minor reasons. The seminal Ong Bak is about a guy who wreaks havoc through the streets of Bangkok, probably causing millions of baht worth of damages, all for the head of a Buddha statue. In Tom Yum Goong, he was a guy who single-handedly brought down an international crime cartel because they made a fossil exhibit out of his favourite elephant. It's clear that as long as we are treated to Jaa's unmatched ability to bring the pain, the reasons why do not matter so much.
Structures of the overlooked
Life, Kaona Pongpipat, Published on 06/05/2015
» In the exhibition "Subcutaneous Infrastructure" at Bridge Art Space, a set of plaster sculptures by Natee Tubtimthong and those made of metal wire with found objects by Wisut Yimprasert don't clash, but complement one another with smooth cohesion.
A monthly column rounding up the best of the capital's art scene
Life, Kaona Pongpipat, Published on 29/04/2015
» It took me almost two hours to get to the opening of Speedy Grandma's new exhibition last Friday, due to the rush-hour traffic on Rama IV and from Surawong Road to the old town of Charoen Krung. A parking spot around there is also impossible to find. This being the hottest month of the year (some say the hottest in 55 years), the 10-minute walk from my car to the gallery felt like one additional hour.
Back in fashion
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 18/07/2014
» The see-through box clutch trend is so last year, but Thailand has not yet grown weary of it. Local newbie brand, Duchess of Cambridge, recently released their first collection, “Girl Notes”, which gives a much-needed flair and new spirit to this generic fashion rage. You can literally make a statement — a fashionable one too — with these clutches, as they all feature an inspirational or famous quote emblazoned on them.
The other princess of art
Life, Pamela Tan, Published on 20/03/2014
» ‘Art is always the heart of my design. Most of my fashion pieces have been inspired by the beauty and charm of art,” said Anchalee Vikasitnakkul, the designer behind the success of Anchavika, a home-grown fashion label well-known for its unique artistic design.
Life after death at the Kui Buri National Park
Life, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 26/02/2014
» A dark cloud descended over the beautiful Kui Buri National Park in December of last year after the discovery of 18 mysterious deaths of gaurs (Indian bison) — the investigation is still ongoing, the park is still closed and the troubled history of the national park continues.
Fashion feng shui
Muse, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 25/01/2014
» There are many beliefs surrounding Chinese New Year, which is one of the most important events of the year for people of Chinese descent around the world. Dos and dont's have been passed on from generation to generation, with changes made along the way.
Death becomes him
Life, Published on 04/12/2013
» For artist Shin Koyama, it is healthy to think about death every day. For his "Ero Guro Kawaii: Shin Koyama in Arita" ceramics exhibition at La Lanta Gallery, he has drawn from the morbidity and mortality in Japanese history and culture, but deals with the subject in the form of ridicule. The works are vibrant and dark, tragic and comic, cynical and hopeful.