Arts Network Exhibitions

Tueng Prik tueng king

“Tueng Prik tueng king” is what the Thais might say as they stroll down the corridors of the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre.

“Tueng Prik tueng king” is what the Thais might say as they stroll down the corridors of the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre. A brand new art exhibition with a great deal of vitality and spice is now up for public viewing. “Thai Folk Wisdom” brings to life fifty proverbs and sayings from Thailand with great creative flair. Each proverb is interpreted with an abundance of vibrant pizzazz reflecting modern Thai culture.

Under the direction of Tulaya Pornpiriyakulchai, sensational visuals have been provided by some of Thailand's leading contemporary artists from Jakkai Siributr, Manit Sriwanichpoom, ML. Chiratorn Chirapravati to Pinaree Sanpitak. S.E.A. Write award winner, Jane Vejjajiva's commentaries on the proverbs is accompanied by the delightful tale of a girl, Lum Nam, and her aunt and uncle. Her trials and tribulations in modern Bangkok links ancient Thai Folk Wisdom with the vibrant modern city.

 The exhibition is on display from Friday December 5, 2009 through January 17, 2010 at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, Pathumwan Junction from 10 am to 9 pm (closed Mondays)

For those who wishing to share these illuminating and witty expressions with friends and families, “Thai Folk Wisdom” by River Books is also available as a dual language book on sale in leading bookstores nationwide.