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attentiveness to detail. His art not only documents a way of life
but also invites viewers to pause and reflect, offering a peaceful
window into the soul of Northern Thai culture.
POUM MALAKOUL, M.L.
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(1910 - 1973)
Poum Malakoul, M.L., was recognized as one of Thailand9s most
significant architects, known for major landmarks such as the Victory
Monument, the Erawan Shrine, and the Santi Maitri Building (Outer).
Beyond his architectural achievements, he was also a gifted painter
whose work reflected a deep emotional connection to the Thai
countryside. His oil paintings often depicted wide, panoramic
views of rural Thailand4tranquil scenes composed with balance
and sensitivity.
Characterized by expansive skies, calm waters, and gently
rendered trees, his paintings expressed an idyllic vision of
nature and everyday life. With a romantic and almost dreamlike
quality, his compositions captured serene, unhurried moments
that evoked inner peace. There was a simplicity in the way
he translated his emotions directly onto the canvas, creating
works that felt both intimate and universal. His landscapes
were not merely visual records but heartfelt impressions4
testaments to the quiet beauty of nature and the contemplative
solitude it inspired.
PRAIVA RAIVA
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(b. 1967)
Praiva Raiva is a Thai sculptor whose profound connection with
the forest has shaped the heart of his artistic practice. After leaving
formal art education behind, Praiva spent time living close to
nature and learning from indigenous communities, immersing
himself in their wisdom and way of life. Through this experience,
he discovered a deeper understanding of nature4its balance,
resilience, and quiet lessons in humility and respect.
His sculptures, often featuring powerful creatures like tigers, elephants,
and wild buffaloes, reflect the raw energy and survival instinct of
wildlife. Yet beneath their strength lies a contemplative spirit4
exploring the fragile relationship between humans and nature.
For Praiva, the forest is more than a setting; it9s a teacher that
helped him rediscover what truly matters. His works are not just
aesthetic objects but profound reflections on life, struggle, and
the harmony we too often forget exists between all living things.
PRAIWAN DAKLIANG
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(b. 1957)
Praiwan Dakliang is a Thai artist celebrated for his exceptional mastery
of superrealist painting. With remarkable precision, he captures
the textures, reflections, and subtleties of nature, landscapes, and
architecture in ways that blur the boundary between art and reality.
His works are renowned for their meticulous detail and technical
brilliance, revealing a profound sensitivity to light, form, and surface.
Praiwan has earned widespread recognition within the art community,
including prestigious national art awards. Each of his canvases
stands as a quiet testament to discipline, keen observation,
and a deep-seated pursuit of beauty found in realism taken to
its finest edge.
PRAKIT (JITR) BUABUSAYA
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(1911 - 2010)
Prakit (Jitr) Buabusaya9s artistic style is defined by his mastery of
color, texture, and expressive movement. A pioneer of modern Thai
painting, he was known for his bold use of a palette knife, replacing
delicate brushstrokes with thick, impasto layers that brought his
compositions to life. His works often captured landscapes and
scenes from memory, blending impressionistic techniques with
an emotional depth that reflected his personal journey.
His early period in Japan was marked by keen observation
of his surroundings4nature, culture, and the moment of war
and scarcity. Despite these challenges, his paintings from this
time conveyed resilience and a profound sensitivity to light and
atmosphere. However, only a few of his works from this period
survived the war, making them rare and historically significant.
Later, in his American period, he embraced a vibrant interplay
of warm and cool tones, expertly balancing light and shadow
to evoke both atmosphere and emotion. His ability to create
dynamic, textured surfaces made his work instantly recognizable,
transforming everyday landscapes into powerful expressions of
mood and memory.
Honored as a National Artist, Prakit9s legacy lies in his ability to
merge technical mastery with a deeply personal narrative. His art
remains a testament to perseverance, emotion, and the timeless
power of painting.
PRAPHAN SRISOUTA
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(b. 1939)
Praphan Srisouta is an influential Thai artist renowned for his masterful
woodcut printmaking. His works often draw inspiration from the
rhythms of rural Thai life, capturing the innocence of childhood
and the harmony between people and nature. Scenes of children
at play in lush countryside settings recur throughout his prints,
evoking a sense of joy, nostalgia, and gentle reflection.
Influenced in part by Japanese mural painting, Praphan developed a
distinctive artistic language marked by precise carving and expressive
detail. His woodcut technique lends a unique tactile quality to
his compositions, where every line and texture contributes to the
emotional resonance of the scene. Over the decades, he has
refined this approach into a signature style that balances technical
discipline with poetic storytelling.
Praphan9s works have been exhibited internationally, earning acclaim
for their timeless charm and deep cultural rootedness4art that
celebrates the quiet beauty of everyday life.
