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White Temple Creator Quits National Artist Title, Citing 'Bad Mouth' Concerns

June 09, 2025

Renowned Thai artist Chalermchai Kositpipat, celebrated for Wat Rong Khun, has sensationally announced his resignation from the Ministry of Culture and as a National Artist, explaining he fears his outspoken nature could harm the institution

Chiang Rai in global art spotlight as Thailand Biennale launches on Saturday

December 06, 2023

Over 60 artists from Thailand and around the globe will showcase their works at the Thailand Biennale 2023 in Chiang Rai from Saturday (December 9).

Vandalism to art … and tourists

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 03, 2023

Thailand’s famous National Artist Chalermchai Kositpipat made the headlines this week after he sponsored a project that turned a graffiti covered wall into street art that’s attracting visitors to Chiang Rai.

National Artist Chalermchai unhappy over planned transfer of Chiang Rai governor

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The Cabinet’s approval to transfer the Chiang Rai governor has affected plans to organise the "Thailand Biennale, Chiang Rai 2023" art event, National Artist Chalermchai Kositpipat bemoaned on Wednesday.

Thailand’s National Artist Chalermchai reveals retirement plans

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2021

Thailand’s famous National Artist Chalermchai Kositpipat has announced that he will retire in three years when he turns 70.

Chiang Rai’s White Temple to host light festival

THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2019

Index Creative Village and National Artist Chalermchai Kositpipat will be presenting the Wat Rong Khun Light Fest at his elegant temple in Chiang Rai from November 22 to December 22.