Private: Gallery

Description

“The Umbrella Tree” is a nostalgic journey back to the time when the artist visited Chiang Mai, Thailand. In a world grappling with the pandemic’s challenges and restrictions, the artist embarked on a whimsical escape to brighter times and distant places. During the artist’s travels, they had the privilege of engaging with generations of skilled artisans who have transformed umbrella-making into an art form. From the vibrant dyeing of fabrics in warm hues to the meticulous crafting of these exquisite umbrellas, families are deeply involved in every step of the process.

This is the artist’s way of paying homage to their time-honored craft while immersing themselves in a bygone era when travel and human connections flowed freely. The pandemic has imparted a valuable lesson—to cherish the simple pleasures we once took for granted and to appreciate the goodness in our lives.