Discover the memories of life through traces of sunlight at the Traces of Sunlight & February exhibition by ArtVentureNFT, running from today until March 5, 2025, at the ICON Art and Culture Space on the 8th floor.
ICONSIAM, a world-class landmark by the Chao Phraya River, invites you to explore the beauty and memories through the traces of sunlight. This is akin to feelings, happiness, warmth, or sensitive moments that leave behind traces of growth, hope, and transition over time. The Traces of Sunlight & February exhibition symbolizes new beginnings, reflecting the growth of five types of flowers, designed by five artists who used light as the catalyst for change—starting from the sprouting seed to the full bloom. The traces of sunlight are not just tangible; they also represent the power of life, hope, and new beginnings.
ICONSIAM invites everyone to embark on a journey through light that gradually fades, exploring the relationship between sunlight and growth, change, and hope, with varying concepts from all five artists. The exhibition ends with a story from a special guest. Traces of Sunlight & February is available to explore from today until March 5, 2025, at ICON Art and Culture Space, 8th floor, ICONSIAM.
Arumilike Flower by ORON (Chakkrit Somhirun or ORON)
This piece reflects childhood love—love that starts simply, from a feeling of “liking” without complexity, almost like an experiment. A new beginning isn’t as challenging as adult love. He presents the Arumilike flower—sometimes the flower we don’t know the name of is the most beautiful in our imagination—as a symbol of childhood love. This flower uses wordplay to form a new name “Arumirai,” which sounds like “unknown flower” and incorporates the word “like,” representing the pure “liking” of childhood. The character Paper was created to convey the concept of “simple love,” meaning love without expectations or reasoning—just pure and straightforward like childhood love, where everything feels easy and unpretentious yet profound and warm, like the first time we experience love. This is the flower of imagination, sprouting from the curiosity of a child’s heart.
Morning Glory by Tomato Head (Pornphapin Lata or Pim)
The Morning Glory, a flower that blooms in the morning and fades as the sun sets, symbolizes “fragile glory,” reminding us that success, fame, or power might be sweet but short-lived, like a flower that blooms for only a brief time. As time passes, these things may fade, leaving behind “connections and memories.” Small things around us, like the fleeting bloom of the Morning Glory, are opportunities with value, teaching us to embrace the present and appreciate the little things that make life meaningful. The artwork by Tomato Head uses vivid colors and whimsical designs in a pop surrealist style, symbolizing the delicate balance of life’s mysteries and transformations.
Rose by 29 Art-Studio (Wutthipat Wongdee or Pat)
The eventful moments in life are like roses of different colors in a vast garden, blooming amidst memories. Each rose reflects different emotions, whether family love, friendship, or bonds with small things around us. Taking care of roses in a garden mirrors nurturing relationships—watering, pruning, and appreciating their beauty with an open heart. Whether the rose blooms brightly or fades, the scent remains in our memories. True love is not just about the moment of blooming but about nourishing the bond that will last forever. Pat’s “Ruby” character in the “State of Connection in Love” exhibit represents doodle art, where lines reflect the artist’s thoughts and feelings in the moment—a form of therapeutic art that aids relaxation and concentration.
Rosemary by Captain MOZMO (Nattha Lee Wanasangthong or Maki)
Rosemary is not just an herb but a “keeper of memories,” a symbol of love and bonds from the past. Whether the relationship ends due to parting or distance, Rosemary reminds us that love and memories never fade. “Rosemary” is a symbol of eternal love, with deep meaning in each petal. Even if we are physically apart, the love endures in our hearts and spirits. Maki, a character designer and illustrator, is known for her fantasy-inspired works. She creates the character “Mozmo,” a little one navigating a world not as beautiful as it once appeared, but who finds warmth and positivity within. Her art highlights that despite the world’s struggles, there remains warmth in the heart, symbolized by the “Mozmo” character.
Lily of the Valley by Aranya Laddaglom or Lookplub
The delicate white Lily of the Valley, arranged like little bells, symbolizes happiness, fulfillment, and new beginnings. The sound of the bell is believed to drive away negativity and welcome positive things, whether good fortune, wealth, or new opportunities. This flower represents the belief that something good is about to begin. Lookplu8’s character “Karoke” conveys these ideas through cute, cartoon-like illustrations, with “Yui” the red-cheeked squirrel who adores sweets. Her art showcases the joy and hope that Lily of the Valley brings, with a special focus on positivity and new beginnings.
Special Guest: Naritsara Phiewwimangsa
Naritsara’s works stand out with acrylic paintings that create symbolic art with mysterious characters, reflecting on the hidden emotions of contemporary people. Inspired by the sunlight on clouds, known as “Vanilla Sky,” her work explores the gentle yet mysterious transitions of day into night. “Moon Child” symbolizes how the moonlight is actually sunlight reflected on the moon’s surface, another trace of sunlight.
Join us in discovering the traces of sunlight through the works of these five artists at the Traces of Sunlight & February exhibition, running from today until March 5, 2025, at ICON Art and Culture Space on the 8th floor of ICONSIAM.
