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Art with a future
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 17/09/2021
» You've probably heard about NFTs after digital artwork Everydays: The First 5000 Days created by Mike Winkelmann, known professionally as Beeple, was bought by Vignesh Sundaresan, who paid US$69 million (B2.26 billion) for it.
Against status quo
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 12/11/2021
» Art is a powerful tool for self-expression and statement-making. In recent years, more and more young artists in Thailand have used their artworks as a way to question or critique the status quo -- politically, socially and culturally. They ask whether what's considered normal in Thai culture should be accepted as the norm. Guru speaks to a few with ongoing exhibitions that push the limits.
Taking the stage
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 13/05/2022
» Standing in the shadow of Thai mainstream music are many independent artists waiting for the spotlight to shine on them. Guru speaks to music promoters and organisers from leading underground music and jazz communities, who offer aspiring musicians with a platform to showcase their raw talent, about their roles and opinions on the Thai music industry. We've also got an exclusive talk with the co-founder of a secret gig, who lights up several overlooked street corners in Bangkok with music.
Artists Teayii and Chubbynida reflect on individualism in Sansiri Live Equally House
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 17/06/2023
» Immersive art exhibition, "Sansiri Live Equally House", joins Pride Month celebrations at at Sansiri Backyard and is on display from Fridays to Sundays until July 9.
Bangkok Art Biennale's legacy unfolds at Between BAB
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 01/06/2023
» (Thumbnail picture - Choi Jeong Hwa, Happy Happy Project, Flower Gun, 2016) Although the Bangkok Art Biennale 2022 ended in February, the team behind BAB has put a new spin on their art festival by hosting their latest exhibition "Between BAB" at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre while we're waiting for, well, the next BAB.
A dining dilemma at Netflix's pop-up Hunger Restaurant
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 18/04/2023
» It's hard not to get hungry after watching Hunger, Netflix's first original Thai film of 2023, regardless of how you feel about it afterwards. Luckily, Netflix sets up a pop-up Hunger Restaurant at CentralWorld's Groove, serving out two dishes out of the film to satisfy your cravings.
Step into a floral paradise at Seacon Square
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 13/02/2023
» Munx2, an exhibition space at Seacon Square, is in full bloom and will remain so until Feb 14.
6 festivals to brighten up your world
Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 20/11/2022
» As we get nearer to saying goodbye to 2022, Bangkok is brightening up with light installation festivals, hopefully ushering in a brighter 2023. We bring to light a list of events that will give you a sparkly buzz. Plus, there are a few selections outside the city if you need to escape the crowd.
When religion meets technology
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 21/11/2022
» K-pop and K-dramas may be the first two things that come to mind when you think of Korea but its traditional cultural heritage is also fascinating. Korean and Thai Buddhisms are in the spotlight in digital form at this joint exhibition by the National Museum of Korea and the Fine Arts Department, Ministry of Culture of Thailand. Named "A New Encounter: Immersive Gallery of Korean Art”, the exhibition presents the Buddhist cultures of both nations, which have never been this cooler with innovative presentations.
Swatch marks Venice Biennale with a Thai collab
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 01/11/2022
» Navin Rawanchaikul reunites with the Swiss watchmaker to create an artistic timepiece, celebrating the 59th edition of La Biennale Arte in Venice, Italy.