Bangkok Art Biennale is set to return on Oct 24, 2024 with the title "Nurture Gaia".
In collaboration with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, The Fine Arts Department, Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau, Tourism Authority of Thailand, Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, and One Bangkok, with the support of private and public sectors, the Bangkok Art Biennale will run from Oct 24 to Feb 25 next year.
The event will showcase 76 leading artists from 39 countries across 11 venues. The various Biennale locations include ancient heritage sites such as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha and the Temple of Dawn, Museum Siam, art galleries, and more.
"Nurture Gaia" draws its inspiration from the maternal figure of Mother Earth, symbolising her historical expressions as a nurturer and giver of life across cultures. Conceptually extending upon this, the Bangkok Art Biennale will explore vital contemporary themes such as anthropology, collectivism, ecology, feminism, and the politics of time and place.
The Bangkok Art Biennale recently announced an additional 31 participating artists, including Busui Ajaw (Thailand), Lena Bui (Vietnam), Viriya Chotpanyavisut (Thailand), Tony Cragg (UK), Lello Esposito (Italy), Agi Haines (UK), George K. (India), Chitti Kasemkitvatana (Thailand), Maria Madeira (Timor-Leste), Nakrob Moonmanas (Thailand), Mutmee Pimdao Panichsamai (Thailand), Moe Satt (Myanmar), Latai Taumoepeau (Australia), Tian Xiaolei (China), Jasmine Togo-Brisby (Australia), Pokchat Worasub (Thailand), among others.
Programme highlights include a variety of artworks such as a performance and costume installation by Mella Jaarsma (The Netherlands / Indonesia) that explores the urgency of disappearing knowledge and the tension between contemporary art and tradition. Meanwhile, Pokchat Worasub explores ethnic identity and marginality through photography and Agi Haines offers a provocative glimpse into the future of human adaptation, exploring the profound implications of potential body modifications designed to tackle emerging challenges.
Artworks by 76 artists from 39 countries will feature. (Photo courtesy of Bangkok Art Biennale)
George K., Aravani. (Photo courtesy of George K)
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