Photographing freedom

The photos reflect the lifestyles of a new generation of professionals who have found a good work-life balance and understand the sustainable relationship between human and nature. This exhibition aims to encourage everyone to get out, explore and discover their own style.

Chalisa, a former social editor of Vogue Thailand and the owner of Taste of Nowhere website, said: “Taste of Nowhere serves as a channel to tell my stories. It used to present fashion stories to promote Thai designers. After working in the fashion industry for a while, I felt I had enough. So I decided to leave it behind and started travelling again, becoming an explorer, which I had always dreamed about. When taking trips, I come to understand people, culture and nature. When standing in front of huge icebergs, I feel awed and so small because of the power of nature. These experiences not only make me humbler, but also happier in myself. The stories on Taste of Nowhere have changed to the connection between man and nature. My aim is to enhance the environmental awareness and build self-esteem.” 

Napat remains a fashion icon although he no longer holds the position of fashion editor at Elle Men. To inspire fashionistas, he presents outstanding styles on his own social media pages.
“I discovered style thanks to my trips. I spend most of my time travelling the world and observing the local way of life and dressing style. When visiting New York, I like watching people in subway. That is because the way people dress says a lot about the nature of that city. It is great to find people outside the fashion industry in chic outfits because it confirms my belief that it is not what you wear or how expensively you dress; it is about how you wear it.” 

Disaya, a singer with Kidnappers band, loves diving with her friends off remote islands. She set up the Sun Tan Tour facebook page to host freediving activities. Freediving relies on holding the breath until resurfacing rather than using any form of breathing apparatus. 
“Freediving has helped me discover freedom because I don’t have to carry any equipment. When I’m in the sea, I feel light because the water wraps around me. Seeing the underwater world is amazing. I leave everything behind and free myself. Nature has given me so much joy and happiness. It’s given me a sense of ownership and now I would like to protect nature,” said Disaya.

Chayanee, known as “Pedduck”, is a well-known freelance photographer with many Instagram followers. She said, “I like travelling and always take photos of what I like. Most of my photos reflect nature, the mountains, forests and the sea, which can tell stories. Instead of easy and comfortable trips, I prefer adventure and going off course on roads less travelled to find new perspectives.” 
Siam Discovery is also collaborating with global photo app EyeEm, in holding an activity for globetrotters and photo enthusiasts. The activity invites everyone to post memorable trip photos under the “Summer Exploratorium” concept on Instagram, hashtagging #godiscoversummer #siamdiscovery and setting them to public. EyeEm will select the photos that match the concept and keep them in its gallery. The most beautiful photo will win free flights from Air Asia for a whole year. Ten runners-up will receive a two-day-one-night accommodation package from Goo Glamper. You can post photos from today through April 30.