Amrit Chusuwan’s installation was inspired by the famous Chaipattana Aerator from the Chaipattana Foundation. The aerator is a device for adding oxygen to polluted water, helping to clean it. Photos courtesy of Varuth Hirunyatheb
In order to commemorate His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre is showing Earth Water Forest Air. This special exhibition is a collaboration of artists, photographers, designers, architects and citizens working in formats including painting, sculpture, installation art and video.
In order to commemorate His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre is showing Earth Water Forest Air. This special exhibition is a collaboration of artists, photographers, designers, architects and citizens working in formats including painting, sculpture, installation art and video.
The exhibition is inspired by the late king’s concerns about sustainability in the economy and the environment. Alongside quotes from the late king are a range of artworks which focus on environmental preservation, economic sustainability and social awareness.
Created by Noraset Vaisayakui, this installation represents a forest divided in two — a virgin forest and a degraded forest. It is a reminder of the damage that we are causing to the environment and of our need to protect nature.This painting by artist Vasan Sitthiket reflects how Thailand’s natural heritage is threatened by the Krabi-Tepha power plant. The plant seems to be in direct opposition to His Majesty King Bhumibol’s teachings on protecting nature.This piece features elephant models and videos about the activities in Tambon Kuet Chang, Chiang Mai, led by community leader Sateean Jaikam. Sateean launched the ecotourism project Thai Elephant Home, which allows visitors to experience life in the community. Tourists also support local crafts, bringing much-needed extra income to the community.Issan artist Jadet Tongfueng’s piece focuses on the Royal Rainmaking Project, which has helped farmers to deal with drought. The Issan jars symbolise rain.This exhibit tells the story of community leader Prayong Ronnarong from Mairiang, Nakhon Si Thammarat, who created a network for rubber farmers to develop latex products and set up their own rubber-processing plants. For his work, he received the 2004 Ramon Magsaysay Award for community leadership.
Earth Water Forest Air can be seen on the seventh floor of the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre until November 12. The venue’s opening hours are 10 am to 9 pm on Tuesday to Sunday. Admission is free.
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