Crooked River by Somchai Chuensuangjit, Angkrit Ajchariyasophon , Woraphot Bunkhwamdi , Wanchai Phutthawarin, Aekapong Jaibun
Curated by Potjawan Panjinda
Opening Reception: Friday, December 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Presided by Khun Tuenjai Deetes, former Senator of Chiang Rai Province
Duration: November 29, 2025 – January 31, 2026
Venue: Singhaklaihouse, Modchanaphai Foundation
Open 10.00-16.00 hrs. Closed on Monday
Singhaklai house, ModChanaPhai Foundation, cordially invites all to attend the opening ceremony of the “Crooked River Maenam Kok” art exhibition. The show features five creative artists who present a reflection and hope for this vital river of Chiang Rai. Opening Ceremony on Friday, December 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM Presided by Khun Tuenjai Deetes, former Senator of Chiang Rai Province and founder of the Hill Area and Community Development Foundation (HADF) at Singhaklai house, ModChanaPhai Foundation, Chiang Rai and Special EventLive floral arrangement performance by Somchai Chuensuangjit, the Floral Artist.
“Crooked River Maenam Kok” exhibition showcases diverse media and perspectives from five artists: Somchai Chuensuangjit, Angkrit Ajchariyasophon, Woraphot Bunkhwamdi, Wanchai Phutthawarin, and Akapong Jaibun. The exhibition invites the audience to explore, touch, see, listen, and feel, piecing together meaning through their experiences with the Kok River—a waterway steeped in history yet currently facing modern crises. 
Wanchai Phutthawarin’s photography serves as the inspiration for the 40 paintings by Angkrit Ajchariyasophon. The two artists also collaborated on a jigsaw series displayed on wooden sculptures crafted by Akapong Jaibun, an artist and wood designer. Sounds of Nature: The audience is invited to listen to the “Sound from the River,” which we may have never truly paused to listen to, recorded by Woraphot Bunkhwamdi, a nature sound recordist. Experience sensory delight through the art of floral arrangement by Somchai Chuensuangjit.
This exhibition opens a space for dialogue about the Kok River through art and the perspectives of the audience. This collaboration helps to frame the identity of the Kok River more clearly and broadly, projecting reality, hope, and the dream of possible change. 
Proceeds from the sale of the works, after deducting expenses, will be donated to the Hill Area and Community Development Foundation (HADF) to support their vital work for the Kok River.
Exhibition will be on view November 29, 2025 until January 31, 2026 Gallery open 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Closed Every Monday
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About artists
Somchai Chuensuangjit (Mae Hong Son, 1973)
Somchai Chuensuangjit completed his Higher Vocational Certificate (Por Wor Sor) in Electrical Power at Chiang Rai Technical College. He has consistently balanced his electrical work with floral arrangement at the Mae Fah Luang Art and Culture Park. In 2022, he participated in a special exhibition, which was the park’s annual exhibition.
Angkrit Ajchariyasophon (b. 1976, Chiang Rai)
Angkrit Ajchariyasophon, is a visual artist, former independent curator, and co-founder of two significant art spaces: Angkrit Gallery (Chiang Rai, 2008–2016) and ARTIST+RUN (Bangkok, 2016–2021 He currently resides in Suphan Buri and Chiangrai.
Woraphot Bunkhwamdi (Bangkok, 1979)
Woraphot holds a Master of Science degree in Biology from Chiang Mai University.
He currently works as a freelance naturalist, as well as a natural sound recorder, ornithologist, and a member of the nature documentary film crew for ThaiPBS. He is also the head of Praisan, a project to collect natural sounds from pristine areas across Thailand, supported by the Thai Media Fund (The Fund for the Development of Safe and Creative Media).
Wanchai Phutthawarin (Chiang Rai, 1981)
Wanchai graduated from the Faculty of Fine Arts with a major in Thai Art and a specialization in Thai Painting. He currently works as a freelance photographic artist.
He has previously participated in the annual exhibitions of Art Bridge, Chiang Rai (Khua Silpa). Most recently, he served as the photographer documenting the artworks for the Thailand Biennale, Chiang Rai 2023.
Aekapong Jaibun (Nan, 1983)
He graduated from Product Design at the Faculty of Fine Arts, Rajabhat Chiang Rai University. He is currently an independent artist and designer, a member of the Abstract Art Chiangrai group, and a co-founder of Dadsada Studio.
Aekapong creates abstract paintings using distinctive colors and forms, and also crafts sculptural wooden furniture utilizing local materials in his work.