Thai contemporary art

have to say the work there was okay…not so challenging or edgy (except the images i’m posting below). we visited 3 spaces – H Gallery, EAT ME and Kathmandu Photo Gallery. I’d say the majority of the work had some sort of reference to the history of the thai kingdom and buddhism..which didn’t really thrill me..especially after experiencing the works at the Grand Palace and Wat Pho (done several centuries prior). Even quoted in the “Bangkok Encounter” Guide – Manit Sriwanichpoom (owner of Kathmandu Gallery) says in response to the question, What are the weaknesses of the Thai art scene? “We are a non-confrontational culture and are reluctant to criticise through art.”

DISCLAIMER: I saved the flyer for this show at H Gallery/Kathmandu and even wrote down the artists’ name – BUT with all the packing and unpacking and packing, I mis-placed the names and titles of the pieces…the only reference I could give you is the gallery space.