To raise awareness about air pollution and sustainability, Johnnie Walker presents the exhibition "Keep Walking Bangkok" in which six Thai artists -- Kantaphon "Gongkan" Methikul, Karoon "ZilluStation" Jeamviriyasatean, Therdkiat Wangwatcharakul, Tyler James Bangkok, Veerapong Sritrakulkitjakarn and Vasan "Aitoy" Suwannaka -- create their art pieces from Air Ink, the innovative brand making ink made from air pollution, on limited edition Johnnie Walker Black Label bottles.
The renowned pop art, contemporary Thai artist Kantaphon, better known as Gongkan, said Bangkok is a city that has a harmonious relationship between nature and humanity.
"We understand that nature and society depend on each other, and we know we need to thrive as one. We can use art to connect with nature and to heal our souls -- this is the beauty of the natural world. I was inspired to create something that illustrates how nature can allow us to grow, develop and heal as a society, just as I see in Bangkok. I hope my work can inspire others to see this beautiful and healing connection," said Kantaphon.
Kantaphon 'Gongkan' Methikul. Diageo
"Keep Walking Bangkok" is a part of a global project "Keep Walking City" by Johnnie Walker, Air Ink and Graviky Labs. This project uses ink made from upcycled carbon emissions to print unique designs on the bottles. Famous artists from six countries including Thailand, Poland, Spain, Mexico, India and Turkey have crafted the collectable bottle designs, only 2,500 of which are being produced for each city edition.
In addition to the exhibition, viewers can enjoy tasting three special drinks inspired by the "zero waste" concept, and craft their own designs on white T-shirts using ink made from carbon emissions.
"Keep Walking Bangkok" runs until Sept 16 at The Jam Factory, Klong San Pier. For more information, visit facebook.com/TheJamFactoryBangkok.
