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With an enduring interest in found and discarded materials, Panya sees beyond
their original purposes. He believes that each object carries its own spirit, history,
and latent meaning. Before incorporating any material into his work, he considers
its origin and symbolic potential4extracting these narratives to give them new
Noparat Livisit is a highly esteemed artist, widely regarded as one of Thailand9s life in his compositions.
foremost masters of landscape painting. His works are distinguished by their bold,
expressive brushwork and thick, textured application of paint, revealing the movement From 1985 to 1987, Panya led a team in creating neo-traditional murals for the
of the brush with confidence and clarity. With a refined command of color and Buddhapadipa Temple in London. These works, based on the cosmological concept
composition, his paintings possess a timeless quality that transcends trends.
of the Three Worlds, remain a landmark in the global expression of Thai Buddhist
art.
Noparat9s artistic focus lies in capturing the atmosphere of a scene4whether it
be the serenity of nature, the rhythms of rural life, or, at times, the quiet stillness PEX - PITAKPONG JAMESRIPONG
of a still life. His ability to evoke mood through form and color invites the viewer NN - >?1R1R N?"!0#?1R
into a contemplative space, where beauty is found in simplicity and depth. Through (b. 1971)
decades of dedication, his works have come to define a vital chapter in the story
of modern Thai landscape painting.
Pitakpong Jamesripong, also known as PEX, is a Thai artist whose practice
bridges illustration, comics, animation, and fine art. He graduated from Silpakorn
University with a Bachelor9s degree in Visual Communication Art. His passion for
cartoons and pop culture has played a significant role in shaping his artistic
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direction.
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(1922 - 1999)
PEX began his career as a freelance illustrator, contributing to various magazines
under the pen name
