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Whispers of home
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 21/02/2024
» While many artists seek inspiration outside their home, Wannaprapa Tungkasmith, better known as Collagecanto, discovered that home is one of the best places to find her muse. Wannaprapa is famous for her intricate papercutting artwork. Her solo exhibition "I Am Home" was inspired during the Covid-19 lockdown when many people were forced to stay indoors. That period ignited Wannaprapa to create this introspective exhibition.
Tales behind the stones
Life, Noko, Published on 03/03/2023
» Five years ago, Van Cleef & Arpels obtained the Lesotho Legend, the fifth largest rough stone, sourced from the Letšeng Diamond Mine, located 3,200m above sea level in the Maloti Mountains.
A study in contrasts
Life, Noko, Published on 02/09/2022
» 'Any object is beautiful when placed against a dark background. The contrast effect heightens its power," said Pierre Hardy, creative director of Hermès jewellery.
Chiang Mai seeks its inner strength
Life, Punsita Ritthikarn, Published on 24/02/2022
» After the global freeze on travel over two years, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched the new "Amazing Thailand, Amazing New Chapters" concept for 2022, leading both Thai and foreign tourists to continue their journey and gain new travelling experiences, filled with a more fascinating insight into local culture and wisdom.
Ladies take the lead at VS Gallery
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/01/2021
» This month, VS Gallery presents two exhibitions by female artists -- Collagecanto (Wannaprapa Tungkasmith) and Narissara Pianwimungsa -- who work in different media.
Championing unbiased media
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 06/08/2020
» On May 22, 2014, a coup d'etat by the Royal Thai Armed Forces was declared. At that time, well-known film director Chulayarnnon Siriphol, director of Ten Years Thailand, who was reading and watching the news from traditional media -- newspaper and television -- realised that the media was not reporting on the real events that he saw on social media and the internet. It was at this time that it dawned on him that traditional media was under some control of the junta government.
Chiang Mai in bloom
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 26/11/2019
» Flowers are in full bloom throughout Chiang Mai. As part of its promotion of lesser visited destinations, the Tourism Authority of Thailand is highlighting four flower gardens in the province.
Putting the cure in pedicures
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 25/06/2019
» I am a fan of manicures and pedicures and treat myself to them every two weeks. But just when I thought I've had the best there is, enters a pedicure with a difference.
Always different, always the same
Life, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 04/04/2019
» Following the opening of its store at Iconsiam, Hermès has expanded its retail operations to Thailand's largest island. The quintessential French luxury brand secured a prime spot for the new location, right by the main entrance of Central Phuket Floresta.
Sustainable EXPANSION
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 12/12/2018
» Last year, Swedish edtech start-up Strawbees arrived in Thailand, bringing with it its simple but innovative tools for science and technology learning. Through a partnership with Aksorn Nex, the digital unit of Bangkok-based Aksorn Education, its kits are being made widely available in order to encourage creativity while promoting the concept of sustainability.