Khwanchira (Nual) CHINDAMANEE

Grants

• 2026
• Visual Art
• United States to Taiwan

To research and contribute to the preservation of hup taem murals in Isan, Thailand. Over a six-month period, Chindamanee will interview and collaborate with scholars and artisans with expertise in mural preservation, survey murals at local temples to understand and document the historical and methodological aspects of hup taem, and engage with local communities to understand and document the cultural significance of these artworks. Chindamanee hopes to synthesize her findings to develop a community workshop that can raise awareness of the significance of these murals and help preserve the community's cultural heritage.