DANCING ENIGMAS by artist Natdanai BunsiriMay

Solo Exhibition “Dancing Enigmas” by emerging artist Natdanai Bunsiri presents 28 paintings that reflect a quest to interpret ancient philosophy through a contemporary lens. By blending Eastern narratives with artistic hypothesis and experimentation, the works employ symbolic forms that aim to transcend cultural boundaries and reach the universal essence of humanity in the modern era.

“When linguistic expression fails to penetrate the ineffable, my artistic practice challenges the perceived division between abstract human consciousness and our rational understanding of the world. As these two forces exhibit their polarity, obscurity and suspense often emerge. Drawing inspiration from Akira Kurosawa’s Rashomon and Zhuangzi’s Butterfly dream, the body of work highlights the thought experiments that explore the relationship between the subjective experience and the objective truth. Through contemplation and reflection within this intricate atmosphere, the works reflect the artist’s ongoing attempt to navigate the blurred lines between fact and fiction.

The imagery draws from an array of sources: Oriental folklore, cultural identity, anthropology, propaganda, and politics—each contributing to a complex visual narrative.

Due to their mischievous and unbounded nature, watercolors became the medium through which I convey these sophisticated narratives in a way that resonates with contemporary audiences. The vibrant color patterns are witnesses to my ongoing quest to grasp the very essence of these intriguing yet subtle enigmas. In an attempt to transcend our emotions and reason, the colors are the embodiment of the negotiator, bridging the gap between these opposing forces. Colors allow me to escape the rigidity of human judgement.

In its totality, my body of work is the reevaluation of the ancient within a contemporary visual framework. By implementing the traditional Oriental narrative with rigorous color experiments, I strive to transcend cultural boundaries and invoke a shared human experience.”

The exhibition will be on view from

🗓 2 May 2025- 31 MAy 2025

📍 at the Fashion Gallery, 1st Floor, Siam Paragon.

You are cordially invited to attend the opening reception on Friday, May 2 at 5:00 PM.