Showing 431 - 440 of 499
P(l)aying Respect
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 21/06/2019
» You should be well aware by now of the online brouhaha regarding phan wai khru, pedestal trays with flower arrangement, that come with a creative/political statement. The students usually offer these trays to the teachers as tokens of appreciation and respect on Wan Wai Khru (unofficially translates to Paying-Respect-to-Teachers Day) at schools. And they usually come decked out in a traditional style with specific types of flowers, which have beautiful meanings behind them.
Breaking Boundaries
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 21/06/2019
» San Francisco-based digital artist Purin Phanichphant is one of many highlighted talents whose works are on display at W Bangkok for Hotel Art Fair 2019, which runs until June 23. The sixth edition of this annual art event returns with "Breaking Boundaries" and features more than 30 leading Thai and foreign galleries, as well as independent artists. Purin, who is showcasing his playful interactive arts, talked about his journey as an artist.
Let's go upstairs
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 14/06/2019
» Los Atico Mexican 5pm-2am (closes on Monday) Sukhumvit 11 02-015-8100 www.fb.com/losaticobkk
Don't Let Rain Ruin Your Parade
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 14/06/2019
» Cough, cough. Sorry, dear readers, I haven't been my peachy self, thanks to the recent rains. As you may already be well aware of (or wet), the rainy season is now in session. It'll last until the middle of October, according to the Thai Meteorological Department. Instead of complaining about how the downpour makes Bangkok life a bit more difficult, I would like to offer some relief in the form of memes so you can brave the wet season with some 555.
Awkward Advertisements
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 07/06/2019
» When you think of any form of advertisement, you probably think of a long process that involves many people until a final decision is reached. And if anything that can cause controversy or mixed message is spotted, someone would probably be like, "Hey, I think the public would object to this" or "Guys, let's not do blackface to sell charcoal doughnuts. It's very unnecessary."
Photographic Storyteller
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 30/05/2019
» We first interviewed Peerapat "Add" Wimolrungkarat because of his unique job as personal photographer for Abhisit Vejjajiva while he was the 27th prime minister of Thailand many moons ago. Since then Add has gone on to become the photo editor of The Momentum and The Standard news websites and since 2017, has worked as the photographer for Isra Sunthornvut, secretary-general of Asean Inter-Parliamentary Assembly. Recently he was chosen as a finalist in StreetFoto San Francisco 2019 Contest and his works, along with four Bangkok-based photographers, will be exhibited from June 3-9. Also a Leica ambassador since 2016, he is holding the “Sense Of Place” exhibition, which runs until Jun 16 at Leica Gallery Bangkok.
Thai Proverbs: 2019 Version
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/05/2019
» New words get coined all the time. So why can't our good old sayings be updated to the present? Classic Thai proverbs often refer to things we see or use every day but some proverbs have become outdated or unrelatable. For example, "While water rises, quickly store it." Do most people still fill their buckets with water from the river and store it in earthen jars at home? I don't think so. Therefore, here are a few suggestions of updated Thai proverbs along with new references that people can relate to, for your consideration.
No Kiddin' Around
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/05/2019
» While some hotels have kid-friendly facilities as an afterthought, Novotel Hua Hin Cha Am Beach Resort and Spa takes providing fun for little guests seriously. They aren't kidding around with the introduction of Siam Adventure Club, which affords kids (and kids at heart) plenty of activities to enjoy throughout the day.
Thai Logic Versus Logic
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/05/2019
» Oftentimes, the adjective unique is used to describe various aspects of Thai society and culture. One uniqueness I think hasn't been talked about enough is the fact that some Thais seem to operate on a unique set of logic as well. Not sure what I'm getting at? Well, check out the table below and see if you agree with me.
Long Live The King
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 02/05/2019
» As you're already well aware, the Royal Coronation of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun will take place from May 4-6. And in anticipation of this joyous and auspicious event, many organisations are holding exhibitions to celebrate and honour His Majesty The King. Here's a selected few.