Khao Yai Forest
Khao Yai Forest
Professor Somsak Chowtadapong
Technique: Oil and acrylic on canvas
Size: 200 x 350 cm
The objective of the painting titled "Khao Yai Forest" is to reflect the abundance of Khao Yai forest and the underlying magnificence of nature. Khao Yai forest is a world heritage site and showcases the fertility of Thai soil. The presence of lush forests means that Thailand is fertile both in terms of physical nature as well as the creative power of its people, while encouraging viewers of this painting to feel love and desire to help protect and conserve the great and fertile Khao Yai forest.
About the Artist
Professor Somsak Chowtadapong
Professor Somsak Chowtadapong was born on December 22, 1949. A native of Bangkok, he graduated from the Faculty of Painting Arts from Silpakorn University, and subsequently received a diploma from the Academy of Fine Arts, Urbino, Italy. He was designated National Artist - Visual Arts (Painting) 2017.