Art on the farm
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It's once again the time of the year when the Jim Thompson Farm opens its gates for an educational tour that takes in more than 3,000 rai in Nakhon Ratchasima's Pak Thongchai district. Visitors get to enjoy the very best of both worlds, agriculture and ar
Flowers are blossoming at the farm and are begging to be photographed by visitors. During their stroll, guests can enjoy live music, spicy food, witness silk-making and other skill demonstrations.
In the midst of all this, the artwork is set out hither and yon for visitors to hunt down and discover in unusual settings, like the edge of a rice paddy or inside an old house or an abandoned silk warehouse.
The theme this year is “Locally Isaan”, and you do start to feel like a local as you ride the tour bus or walk around the site. The guide points out a field of yellowing hemp, which is called por tueng and is grown to add minerals to the soil.
As always, art-enthusiasts can enjoy “Art on the Farm” at the event. This year there are only five pieces, half the number of last but as they are said to be richer in flavours thanks to the great works of participating artists.
If you go, Jim Thompson Farm is open from 9am to 6am and admission is Bt100 and Bt70 for children. Call (02) 762 2566 or visit www.JimThompsonFarm.com for more information.
