In Thailand, by the age of 40 people are expected to be successful, and artists are no exception. Most art projects provide funding to artists aged 35 and under. To provide opportunities to artists aged 40 and over, the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre teamed up with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration to launch the exhibition "Off The Radar, We Rise".
Penwadee Nophaket Manont, advisory curator, explained that the exhibition showcases works by eight artists aged 40 and above who put their careers on hold due to the economy, those who lacked opportunities and creators who did not feel confident enough to call themselves artists.
Prior to the exhibition, the eight artists participated in the Peek Hug Pool Villa Project where they spent time together at a pool villa to connect, share ideas and unwind. The project helped the artists learn different perspectives and they also had an opportunity to visit the studio of renowned artist Chatchai Puipia, who shared with them his career path over the past 20 years.
