Transformation Theory
A Photograph Exhibition by Sirawit Kuwawattananont
Exhibition Dates: 26 October – 22 December 2024
Opening Reception: 26 October 2024 at 6:00pm
Venue: West Eden Gallery, 45/2 Sukhumvit 31
West Eden is pleased to announce Transformation Theory, a photography exhibition by Sirawit Kuwawattananont, on view from October 26th through December 22th, 2024. Transformation Theory was inspired by two places, Chiang Mai and Bangkok, which represent those who strive to hold on to the once-beautiful past and those who seek to move toward a better future. This is depicted through the reconstruction of fragmented photographs in the exhibition. Additionally, the exhibition raises the question of whether human development can actually lead us to the ideals we have dreamed of.
The exhibition titled Transformation Theory, is inspired by the Information Theory and the second law of thermodynamics, which explains that the understanding of information about various matters in the future tends to become more complex over time. Similarly, the future of both Chiang Mai and Bangkok remains unpredictable, despite human efforts to shape it.
Among the highlights of the exhibition are Scala 2 and Kad Suan Kaew 2, where the artist presents photographs in illuminated light boxes. Additionally, Kad Suan Kaew 1 features a creative use of double exposure, with the images printed onto a Rubik’s cube, offering a new style of storytelling.
Sirawit Kuwawattananont is an artist who also works moonlights as a physics tutor. His photographic style displays the unique characteristics of emotion and memory, reflected through soft light, color, and atmosphere that evoke a sense of nostalgia. The concept of his work often explores the relationship between people and places, and he skillfully integrates scientific theories with art, creating a harmonious fusion of both disciplines.
Sirawit received first prize in the Young Street Photography Contest 2017, organized by The Jam Factory Magazine X Street Photo Thailand. Additionally, he was the runner-up at The Brussels Street Photography Festival in 2018 and at the Chang International Fine Art Photo Contest (7th) in 2019. He has held several solo exhibitions, including Chéri in 2018 at Yelo House as part of the Photo Bangkok Festival 2018, UNI.VERT in 2018 at Window Gallery, and Parallel Rays in 2022 at CType Gallery, all in Bangkok.
About West Eden
West Eden is located in Bangkok, Thailand and exhibits internationally renowned artists alongside up and coming artists from the local community. The collection focuses on contemporary with an emphasis on art with a purpose. The gallery seeks to help people trust in what they respond to, helping be the bridge between the artist and viewer and Thailand to the world. In addition to helping place international and Thai art with collectors, the gallery will be a pillar of the local creative scene by hosting community shows. The gallery gives the art of today a home. Our passion is in creating meaningful relationships between Thailand and the world through art, culture and dialogue.
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