Central: The Original Store, a new cultural hub in the heart of Charoen Krung, invites you to step back into the world of childhood imagination with the group exhibition ‘3C: An Exhibition of Playful Memories’; the first-ever gathering of 16 new-generation character artists with outstanding creativity. On view from 29 August 29 – 28 September, 2025, at the Event Exhibition on Level 4.

“3C” stands for Character – Cartoon – Creativity, and this exhibition brings together a diverse group of young artists who unleash their creative power in the truest expression of individuality. While each artist has a unique style, technique, and perspective, they all share one common ground using characters and cartoons to tell deeply personal stories.

The exhibition invites viewers to journey back to the joyful days of childhood through works infused with humor, imagination, and living memories. A total of 29 paintings rendered in both acrylic and oil on canvas showcase vibrant interpretations in pop art and surrealist styles.

More than an art showcase, this exhibition opens a space for reflection, allowing us all to revisit those small yet powerful memories that once sparked our greatest dreams.

This exhibition brings together works from 16 distinctive character artists including Fahworld, Jureepias, Kirin.heic.heif, Max_Lightblack, Nute Tint S., PHAI TANASAN, Sixzigsick, TRACHA’A, STUFFEDHEART, THE JUM, Rene Coco, Plaifah, Meow and Bluesky, P_PREECHANON, KRICHA.KARN, TiiDA, Ryuki and Kolahon, each presenting their own stories and perspectives through captivating artistic expressions. Highlights from some of the featured artists include:

Fahworld: Fah – Suthamas Chansuriya presents her work ‘DREAM’, created in oil on canvas. The piece conveys the idea that every human being has dreams whether big or small, each one holds its own significance and uniqueness, shaped by individual life stories. Yet, the path toward those dreams is often filled with obstacles. If we give up, our dreams may become nothing more than ‘a night’s slumber, soon to be broken by the awakening to reality’.

Jureepias: Jamjuree Piansai conveys the beauty of hope amid exhaustion through her work ‘Liora’s Flower’, created in oil on linen. The piece draws on the image of the delicate snowdrop, a small flower that blooms during the harshest cold, symbolizing the power of nature that encourages us to grow beautifully, even in the face of adversity.

Kirin.heic.heif: Jarut Wongkumjantra presents his work ‘KIRIN’, created in oil on canvas on board. The painting portrays a young man with striking bright orange hair and lively, expressive eyes.

Max_Lightblack: Yosakorn Panchumpoo expresses childhood memories through his work ‘Sweet Home’, created in oil on canvas. The painting of a small house, even without a Christmas celebration, radiates warmth when familiar stockings are hung once again, stirring heartfelt memories.

Nute Tint S.: Kornnarat Sirichu, an artist who conveys warm memories and adventures. Her series ‘BEYOND THE HORIZON’, created in acrylic on canvas, depicts journeys to distant lands where memories and dreams from the past are gathered, while also expressing the power of love from those around us that helps make dreams come true.

Her works ‘Summer Choo Choo’, ‘Rain Shower’, and ‘Winter Whisper’, created in acrylic on canvas with wood frames, reflect journeys shaped by the changing seasons. No matter what happens, family remains a warm home and the best companion for every adventure. Additionally, ‘Moonchild Collabs with Huuyaow’, in acrylic on canvas, invites viewers on a journey to the moon alongside Flossy and Tint, uncovering stories and preparing for the next mission to Mars.

Phai Tanasan: Phai Thanasan Khanakasem presents ‘IT’, created in oil on canvas. The work features the figure of Pennywise the Dancing Clown, symbolizing Stephen King’s notion that ‘clowns are what children fear most in the world.’

Sixzigsick: Nichakan Rasmirangsitham, an artist who explores the subconscious and imagination through diverse works in acrylic on canvas. In ‘The Imagination Tornado’, she captures the sensation of being swept away in imagination, as if carried by a tornado of thoughts. ‘The Origin’, depicts the challenging pursuit of dreams, reminiscent of Jack climbing the beanstalk, with flowers symbolizing hope and the starting point of the path toward one’s goals. ‘Pay Back’, tells the story of Little Red Riding Hood, haunted by a past she cannot forgive herself for, believing her grandmother’s harm at the hands of the wolf was her fault. The cheerful child transforms into a wolf hunter, reflecting an attempt to resolve lingering feelings of guilt.

TRACHA’A: Rachata Saengkrot presents two works in oil on canvas that explore the mysterious dimensions of the mind and imagination. In ‘Dream Eye’, he conveys the idea that dreams are another form of adventure; though the body may be bound in place, the spirit continues to soar freely each night, even if only within a dream. ‘Eye of Spectrum’ uses metaphorical imagery to portray life as a spectrum of light, unfolding across multiple paths and moments—sometimes radiant, sometimes shadowed. Since the world cannot always guarantee constant brightness, learning to shine from within during difficult times becomes essential. One must gather inner strength to face the world with courage.

“3C: An Exhibition of Playful Memories” offers a wonderful opportunity to revisit the past through works that seamlessly connect history with the present, inviting viewers to discover the small hidden meanings within each piece. Step into this world of memories at the Event Exhibition, Level 4, Central The Original Store. Open Tuesday through Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.