Afterall Book Chronicles Chiang Mai Social Installation Festivals (1992–98)
'Artist-to-Artist: Independent Art Festivals in Chiang Mai 1992–98' has been released by Afterall Books, marking the first in-depth exploration of the Chiang Mai Social Installation series. These self-funded, artist-driven festivals occurred in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from 1992 to 1998, showcasing contemporary art in various public settings, including temples, cemeteries, libraries, town squares, and even a dental clinic. The book, part of the Exhibition Histories series, includes extensive photographic evidence and diverse narratives from participants. Key essays are authored by David Teh, with contributions from Patrick D. Flores, May Adadol Ingawanij, and Rosalind C. Morris, alongside an introduction by Teh and David Morris. Released in 2018, it was produced in collaboration with Asia Art Archive and Bard College's Center for Curatorial Studies, with distribution by Koenig Books and ARTBOOK | D.A.P.
Key facts
- Chiang Mai Social Installation was a series of artist-led, self-funded festivals from 1992 to 1998.
- The festivals took place in Chiang Mai, Thailand, in venues like temples, cemeteries, libraries, and a dental clinic.
- The book is the first comprehensive publication on these projects.
- It includes essays by David Teh, Patrick D. Flores, May Adadol Ingawanij, and Rosalind C. Morris.
- The festivals were part of a regional network of artists' initiatives and independent spaces.
- They presented an anarchic alternative to Southeast Asia's biennial culture.
- The book is published by Afterall Books in association with Asia Art Archive and CCS Bard.
- Distributed by Koenig Books and ARTBOOK | D.A.P.
Entities
Artists
- Sarawoot Tongchampa
- Araya Rasdjarmrearnsook
- David Teh
- Patrick D. Flores
- May Adadol Ingawanij
- Rosalind C. Morris
- Uthit Athimana
- Thasnai Sethaseree
- David Morris
Institutions
- Afterall Books
- Asia Art Archive
- Center for Curatorial Studies, Bard College
- Koenig Books
- ARTBOOK | D.A.P.
- Afterall
Locations
- Chiang Mai
- Thailand
- Southeast Asia