Kamonchanok Phon-ngam

Kamonchanok Phon-ngam is a Thai artist living in New York City. She earned her BFA from Rajamangala University of Technology, Thanyaburi in 2008 and completed her MFA from King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology, Ladkrabang in 2013 in Bangkok, Thailand.

The artistic journey of Kamonchanok Phon-nam has graced esteemed institutions on a global scale. Her creative endeavors have found a place within the hallowed halls of the National Art Museum of China in Beijing, and the Beppu Art Museum in Oita, Japan. Closer to her cultural origins, her artworks have become a fixture in numerous art exhibitions throughout Thailand and various regions across Asia. Her ability to resonate with diverse audiences is reflected in her unique eye for the nuances of imagery, and a remarkable ability to embrace a broad and inclusive perspective.

Kamonchanok’s artistic endeavors resonate with the essence of nature itself. Her oeuvre stands as a testament to her reverence for the natural world, captured through her meticulous craftsmanship and profound artistic sensibility.

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Artist Statement

Kamonchanok’s artistic approach is marked by its comprehensive nature, reflecting a meticulous integration of mixed-media techniques, with a specialization in fabric manipulation and craftsmanship. Her creative process is a careful craft synthesizing drawing, painting, collage, and hand-sewing techniques, employing indigenous materials. This practice of amalgamation has endowed her with a discerning eye for elemental imagery while cultivating an inclusive artistic perspective centered around the themes drawn from the natural world. Through her works, she delves into the very essence of existence, casting a discerning gaze upon the symbiotic relationship between the cultural paradigms of the Eastern and Western Worlds. A master of fusing techniques, Kamonchanok’s art is a harmonious convergence of heritage and innovation. Her visually bombastic perspective emphasizes the importance of resilience, learning, and finding beauty in life, which in turn contributes to a more balanced and fulfilling overall experience. This balance is in constant flux and is as multifaceted as her oeuvre. Life’s lessons lie in the harmonious play of complexities. Her threads tread whimsically through her work as if frolicking through a paradoxically simple field of movement and change. This display is a reminder that life’s challenges can be opportunities for growth, and by approaching them with love and a positive outlook, we can make the journey more meaningful and enjoyable.