Central: The Original Store, a new cultural hub in the heart of the Charoen Krung district, has transformed its third and fourth floors into an Art Space, featuring two exceptional art exhibitions. Art enthusiasts and culture seekers are invited to explore this creative world and experience art in new dimensions. These two special exhibitions will be displayed simultaneously from today until 5 February 2025.

The first exhibition, “FROM ABSTRACTION TO REALISM: A VIRTUAL REALITY EXPLORATION,” invites you to step into a world of painting that breaks all boundaries. This space of emotions and truth in the virtual world, located at Central Space, level 3, questions the line between abstract and realistic painting. It invites visitors to explore the meaning of “reality” through the perspectives of artists who present their works using traditional media blended with virtual reality (VR) technology, creating a unique art-viewing experience.

Explore the works of talented artists, including Poti, Pariwat Anantachina, Amy Diener, David Rodriguez, Faranak Vlinder, Lilith’s Studio Th., Neil Smith, Htet Aung Lhai, Maria Kazanets, Ros W.P., Tip Twins, Red Salonga, Ratchawut Guruwongwatthana, Sri Oct, Ratthawut Chaiwongkajorn, and many more. Their creations range from 3D paintings and sculptures by abstract artists to immersive VR experiences by realistic artists. Enjoy live painting demonstrations in the virtual world, offering a unique opportunity to witness the artistic process unfold in an entirely new dimension. The exhibition provides an open space for everyone to explore the meaning of abstract painting, delving into a world of emotions and feelings open to interpretation, and realistic painting, reflecting tangible reality by combining traditional media with cutting-edge VR technology.

The exhibition also hosts weekly workshops, offering visitors the opportunity to create their own VR artworks, print them in 3D, and paint them on-site. This initiative represents a significant step in blending classical art with cutting-edge technology, redefining how art is both created and experienced.

Head up to the Event Exhibition on Level 4 to explore “FIRST OF THE ROLL: EXPLORING NEW DIMENSIONS IN PHOTOGRAPHY.” This captivating exhibition takes you back to the charm of film photography, celebrating the resurgence of analog photography. It focuses on the “first image” of each roll of film—a frame that is often imperfect yet carries a unique and intriguing identity. The exhibition beautifully highlights the flaws, significance, and enduring impact of these first images on the evolving history of photography.

This exhibition transcends traditional film photography by featuring images taken with 360° cameras given to the artists to document their daily lives. These images are presented alongside film photographs, enabling visitors to compare and explore the contrasts between the two formats, thus fostering a dialogue between modern and classic technologies.

Additionally, visitors can participate in weekly workshops and outdoor photography activities, where they will learn techniques and tips from professionals. These activities are available both for free and for a fee. In the outdoor photography sessions, participants will embark on a journey to explore the Bangrak area and capture its captivating atmosphere. This exhibition brings together the classic appeal of film photography with the endless possibilities of 360-degree imagery, creating a new way to experience photography, consume it, and tell stories through images.

Discover the fusion of classic and contemporary art through these two exhibitions, “FROM ABSTRACTION TO REALISM: A VIRTUAL REALITY EXPLORATION” and “FIRST OF THE ROLL: EXPLORING NEW DIMENSIONS IN PHOTOGRAPHY.” These immersive artistic experiences will be on display from today until 5 February 2025, at Central: The Original Store, open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.