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(b. 1960)
Playful yet piercing, his imagery critiques power structures and
societal tensions while remaining accessible and engaging. From shop
shutters to large-scale murals, MUEBON brings art out of galleries and
into daily life. His works have appeared globally, and he has collaborated
Mit Jai Inn is an influential Thai artist who is driving Thailand9s with major entities such as HermeĢs in Melbourne, the Moscow World
contemporary art scene. He creates abstract works through the use of Cup 2018, and the German Embassy in Berlin. MUEBON9s work stands
color and arrangement, encouraging the viewer to analyze and question at the intersection of protest, pop culture, and poetic commentary4
what they see regarding both political and social concerns. His work bridging underground grit with global resonance.
does not fit neatly into the categories of painting or sculpture.
Mit Jai Inn seeks to engage his audience in determining those elements,
aiming to break down barriers and restrictions in art.
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MUANGTHAI BUSAMARO
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(b. 1960)
NITI WATTUYA
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(1944 - 2023)
Muangthai Busamaro is a distinguished figure in Thailand9s contemporary Niti Wattuya is a self-taught painter and poet renowned for his
art scene, renowned for his sophisticated yet approachable painting landscape paintings, where he masterfully captures the impressions
style. His works are characterized by a seamless arrangement of flat and beauty of nature. His work, characterized by its simplicity, vividly
figures4either side by side or subtly overlapping4crafted through demonstrates the power and emotions that can be conveyed through
simple yet effective techniques.
thoughtful brush strokes that offer depth and mesmerism. Niti9s
landscape paintings can be seen as poetic personifications of the
What truly defines Muangthai9s paintings is his masterful use of bright, natural landscapes he depicts, reflecting his unique artistic vision.
harmonious color tones that radiate warmth, coziness, and vibrancy.
The interplay of these hues transforms his compositions into inviting NOPARAT LIVISIT
spaces, evoking feelings of joy and serenity in the viewer. Muangthai '#?#'N %>/>2>%&>N
captures a diverse range of expressions and moods in his art. His creative (b. 1932)
process begins with careful sketching to establish composition and
structure before refining details with intentional abstraction. His Noparat Livisit is a highly esteemed artist, widely regarded as one of
signature curved lines lend a sense of fluidity and grace, while his Thailand9s foremost masters of landscape painting. His works are
application of palette knives or expressive brushstrokes adds depth distinguished by their bold, expressive brushwork and thick, textured
and texture. Through these elements, he transforms everyday moments application of paint, revealing the movement of the brush with
into timeless works of art, brimming with life and emotion.
confidence and clarity. With a refined command of color and composition,
his paintings possess a timeless quality that transcends trends.
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Noparat9s artistic focus lies in capturing the atmosphere of a scene4
(b. 1982)
whether it be the serenity of nature, the rhythms of rural life, or,
at times, the quiet stillness of a still life. His ability to evoke mood
MUEBON is one of Thailand9s pioneering street artists, known for through form and color invites the viewer into a contemplative space,
dismantling the divide between art and everyday life. With a spray where beauty is found in simplicity and depth. Through decades of
can in hand, he has left his mark across continents, transforming walls dedication, his works have come to define a vital chapter in the story
into thought-provoking canvases that confront political and social of modern Thai landscape painting.
issues. His signature character4a flightless bird and Mickey Mouseinspired skull4serves as his alter ego, symbolizing liberty constrained,
a reflection of the inequalities and contradictions of urban life.
