A list of curated events in and around Bangkok to help you plan your week

Art fans rejoice because this week is filled with a number of exhibits to explore. Whether you’re a fan of abstract, contemporary, or street art, check out Koktail‘s picks so you can gallery hop to your heart’s content.

1/5 Unnecessary Drama

The perks of being a wallflower includes being a part of a conversation and still going unnoticed. Debuting his solo show, Arm Wantaya takes advantage of his role as a “sidekick” in social interactions and expresses his feelings and observations through his art. “To calm myself down, I try to look at the funny side of things, almost making fun of the topic or people,” the artist said, explaining the usage of his cartoon-esque style and playful colours.

2nd Floor, RCB Photographers Gallery, 23 Charoenkrung Soi 24
Until August 31, 6pm
bangkokriver.com, 02-237-0077

2/5 Emotional Virus

Napat Leelahapong is the winner of the 9th Bualuang Creative Artist award and a teacher who is passionate about guiding students through emotional issues. His exhibition, entitled “Emotional Virus”, takes inspiration from how negative feelings, such as stress and depression, impact humans like an undetectable virus. He urges viewers to take a closer look at mental health while also learning how to cope with depression in a healthy manner.

2nd Floor, RCB Photographers Gallery, 23 Chareonkrung Soi 24
Until August 31, Monday-Friday 11am-8pm, Saturday-Sunday and public holidays 10am-8pm
bangkokrivers.com, 02-237-0077

3/5 Misremembered but not Forgotten

Drawing from the artist’s experience of diaspora and individualism, “Misremembered but not Forgotten” is an exhibition that references family and nostalgia through abstract paintings. Trey Hurst leans on ghostly silhouettes and seamless flow to illustrate the fractured memory of his home, Southern Louisiana. Plunge yourself into Hurst’s work and reminisce your own history.

2nd Floor, River City Bangkok, 23 Charoenkrung Soi 24
Until August 21, 11am-8pm
rivercitybangkok.com, 02-237-0077

4/5 Glowing Evermore

“Paintings that make people feel” is the principle that Chaiyot Jindagun adheres to when making his art. When creating “Glowing Evermore”, the 38-year-old artist focused on conveying multidimensional emotions similar to that of a hunter and prey. Bending light, shadows, and swift lines, the exhibition is sure to capture your emotions.

Joyman Gallery, 357 359 Maha Chai Road
Until September 4, 11-6pm
fb.com/joymangallery, 086-891-1893

5/5 B/W/G Special EP. by Temporary West

One of the show-stopping exhibitions currently available for free viewing at Central: The Original Store, “B/W/G” is an exclusive showcase from nine passionate artists: Freak, Y?, Picaboo, Youngpray, Hoie, Mr.Kream, Arkoi, Oron, and Montemith. With a common colour palette of black, white, and gold, each of the artists’ unique street art style and individual message shines through.  

3rd Floor, Central: The Original Store, 1226 Charoenkrung Road
Until August 28, Tuesday-Sunday 10am-6pm
centraltheoriginalstore, 02-267-0412