Phiphat  Chit-arirak

Biography

Born in Suphan Buri province in 1974, graduated from Silapakorn University with Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Art (Ceramics) with second class honour and Master’s Degree in Fine Art  (Ceramics). During the time of his studies, Phiphat held many exhibitions and attended various workshops locally and abroad.  

Phipat has won many awards including VSC Freeman Fellowship in 2003, 2nd Prize The 12th National Ceramics Art Award in 2004. Currently, Phiphat is a ceramics instructor at King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology, North Bangkok. He is also a guest lecturer at Silapakorn University and a College of Fine Art.  

Artist Statement

My creative works depict ancient Thai arts and cultures. The agricultural community’s peaceful way of life has provided inspiration for me over the years. Through collected wisdom of many centuries, Thai villagers have developed skills in tool making. These tools helped them lead an easier life.

The creation of these tools depends largely upon carpentry skills. Wood cut in various shapes and sizes are used as raw materials. Many wooden devices are cleverly contrived for particular purposes. Most of them operate by harnessing wind, water and other forces of Nature as sources of energy. Such achievement indicates that man has been living in perfect harmony with the universe.