Explore Bangkok’s creative circle at these exciting art venues. Here are the art exhibitions to check out in Bangkok this April 2024.
Bangkok has witnessed exponential growth in the art scene in the last few years. Whether it is art galleries, talented artists, or art connoisseurs – the metropolis has observed an escalated interest in all aspects. This has led to a plethora of art exhibitions popping up across the capital city. Be in the know of what’s hot and happening in the art scene with our monthly column. Here are four art exhibitions to check out in Bangkok this April 2024.
The best art exhibitions to check out in Bangkok this April 2024
‘Another Me’ by Buakow Phasom, Suvimol Pongsamrit, and Pang Torsuwan
A lot of things in the world can bring you down — expectations from people around you, judgments you have on yourself, comparisons making you look at yourself as less than. When looking in the mirror, who is that girl you see staring straight back at you? Three female artists present “another” version of themselves through their art. We all have that someone hiding inside; the one living your dreams, the one more free, not bound by daily responsibilities. Let that person out with this new exhibition.
This exhibition is on display at Central: The Original Store until 28 April, 2024.
‘Illusion of Stability’ by Wal
Wal’s collection of 30 oil paintings accumulated over the past five years are all centred on one topic: stability. One of the basic needs of human beings is undeniably emotional security. Because we’re all actively seeking to anchor our soul onto something, whether it be religions, wealth, status, or institutions, Wal conveys this emptiness and insecurity through powerful symbolism in his inaugural solo exhibition.
The exhibition is on show at RCB Galleria, River City Bangkok until APRIL 23, 2024.
‘The Visitors’ by Giacomo de Pass
Giacomo de Pass is a renowned French painter and sculptor who had the chance to spend time in Koh Samui during the pandemic lockdown. Now at 85 years old, Giacomo presents his solo exhibition of 31 vibrant gouache and mixed media works created in Thailand between 2021 and 2022. Bizarre creatures, recognisable cartoon characters, and Thai mythical characters exist side by side as the artist depicts the clash of cultures during his time as a visitor in Thailand.
The exhibition is on show at SAC Gallery until May 4, 2024.
‘Timeless Muse’ by MRKREME
The Kooky World that MRKREME creates houses six furry monsters, all of whom bear different responsibilities. His first solo exhibition takes viewers into a whimsical realm that encapsulates the 1970-1980s, into the mystery of time that means more than just numbers on the clock. A riddle of time awaits for everyone to solve.
The exhibition is on show at RCB Photographers’ Gallery, River City Bangkok until April 28, 2024.
‘Longevity: an Abstract Conversation’
‘Ars longa, vita brevis,’ is the main idea behind the exhibition by 11 talented female artists. The short lifespan of humans is always a topic of discussion, and although lifespans in Thailand have increased in current times, this isn’t directly correlated to happiness. The artists look into the concept of longevity through art, expressing the twists and turns with both vibrant and subtle shades.
The exhibition is on show at Four Seasons Art Space by MOCA Bangkok until June 30, 2024. The artists are Aimi Kaiya, Baisri, BeChanida, Chayanich Muangthai, Duenchayphoochana Phooprasert, Jiratchaya Pripwai, Ketkarn Damrongwattanapokin, MM. Kosum, Morakot Ketklao, Rungploy Lorpaitoon, and Sudaporn Teja.
The best art exhibitions to check out in Bangkok this March 2024
‘….With A Time Capsule’ by Chanathip Chuenburong, Toon Kaewkird, and Napol Isaracheewa
Art exhibitions in Bangkok see a wide array of mediums, but wood sculptures are certainly one of the more under-appreciated artforms. ‘….With A Time Capsule” is a collection of memories by three artisans, Chanathip Chuenburong, Toon Kaewkird, and Napol Isaracheewa, who are translating special moments throughout their lives, carved into wood. As they portray their experiences and childhood memories into their work, it has turned the exhibition into a sort of time capsule, a medium of communication that can be used to look back and reminisce.
The exhibition is on show at Central: The Original Store until 17 March. You can find more information via their website.
‘Somewhere Only We Know’ by Art of Hongtae
‘Somewhere Only We Know’ takes you on an adventure to a magical, unknown realm that will make you feel a bit of everything. With citizens of the realm being cloud tufts with no faces, it can feel like a dream, somewhat rooted in reality. It can be warm and relaxing, but at the same time feels lonely and disconnected — like laying back in a field, looking at the sky, and thinking what those clouds are shaped like. This solo exhibition marks the debut of the highly talented artist, ‘Hongtae’ Konthorn Taecholarn, also known as ‘Art of Hongtae.’
The exhibition is on display from 15 March – 21 April 2024 at at RCB Galleria 4, 2nd floor, River City Bangkok. You can find more information via the website.
‘Chalotte’s Castle’ by Mackcha
Step into Queen Chalotte’s magical castle, located in a beautiful kingdom under the sea. If you want to feel the fantasy and be transported to another world, the artist is doing exactly that as she transforms the venue into a castle interior. You’ll walk through hallways, the living room, quarters, a throne room, and feel the underwater opulence Queen Chalotte sees on the daily. ‘Chalotte’s Castle’ is the second solo exhibition by Mackcha (Chararat Saraaporn).
The exhibition is on show until 28 April at Trendy Gallery, River City Bangkok. You can find more information via the website.
‘Ghidorah’ by LOBOBOY EB, JOKER EB, and Tawan Wattuya
One of the titan monsters, Ghidorah is hailed as the God of Destruction, having only lost to Godzilla in a tight battle. The three-headed winged creature has the power to obliterate cities in the blink of an eye, and is capable of immense regeneration. Artists LOBOBOY EB, JOKER EB, and Tawan Wattuya are inspired by this godly being, harnessing their destructive power into art, with a statue of the Ghidorah (not to scale) as the star of the exhibition.
The exhibition is on display until 31 March. You can find more information via the website.
The best art exhibitions to check out in Bangkok this January 2024
‘Nine Plus Five Works’ by Michel Auder
Michel Auder is a filmmaker and artist producing works since the 1960s. He’s known for non-linear storytelling, as his visuals offer different interpretations of many stories without each being tied to one other. This time, expect bright colours and vibrancy, questioning the lines between fantasy and reality. Auder’s works will be displayed in the newly-opened art venue Bangkok Kunsthalle in Chinatown.
The exhibition is on show at Bangkok Kunsthalle until 11 February, 2024. Find out more via the website.
‘Conspiracy’ by Phapat Seenaem
Every place, every era has its own conspiracy. This solo exhibition by Thai artist Phapat Seenaem takes you on an adventure of many conspiracy theories, questioning what is deemed to be rational, as well as the beliefs and traditions of the east and west. Whether something is real or still a conspiracy can be questioned, and we’re embarking on this journey filled with mysteries together.
The exhibition is on display at 333Gallery till 31 January, 2023. You can find out more via the website.
‘Matrilineal’ by Jakkai Siributr
Focusing on womanhood and the challenges women face in a patriarchal society, ‘Matrilineal’ is a project wherein Siributr explores the role of significant female figures in his own family. Shown is the collection of works made from reassembled and repurposed garments once belonging to his mum, aunts, and grandmother. The exhibition is also accompanied by various scheduled workshops, whether Ikebana or Kintsugi workshops.
The exhibition is on show at 100Tonson Foundation until May 26, 2024. Find out more via the website.
‘Goldie & Friends’
Goldie & Friends is an international group show from British artist Goldie and his dear fellows: Futura, Mr Brainwash, Bisco Smith, Mode 2, .Epod, and Inkie. The heart of the exhibition is Goldie’s new Arrows series, featuring an arrow that serves to convey direction, movement, and energy. The exhibition also highlights the dialogues that have developed among the artist friendships.
The exhibition is one show at Aurum Gallery until January 28, 2024. Find out more via the website.
‘Come Rain or Shine’
Catch the last glimpse of the exhibition before ‘Come Rain or Shine’ ends this month. Amid the celebratory atmosphere, nine artists come together to ponder on the unsuccessful stories in this fast-paced life we’re living. It serves not to delve into disappointment but to embrace the time of defeat just like we do to success. In other words, it’s a moment to prepare for the next sprint in 2024.
The exhibition shows the work of nine artists: Art of Hongtae, Chickenmew, D-Jai Kosiyabong, Nut Dao, Thireq Pecko, Tuna Dunn, UnderHatDaddy, Vachboy, and Wichuda Khuntijit. On show at RCB Galleria 1, River City Bangkok until January 21, 2024. Find out more via the website.
This story first appeared on Prestige Online Thailand.
