CHIANG RAI, Thailand -- For more than 20 years, Thai painter and curator Angkrit Ajchariyasophon has dreamed of seeing his home turf, the ancient northern city of Chiang Rai, realize its full artistic potential.
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“Chiang Rai Art Carnival” participants parade through the city’s streets on Nov. 19 as part of Thailand Biennale Chiang Rai warmup festivities. (Courtesy of Thailand Biennale Chiang Rai)
CHIANG RAI, Thailand -- For more than 20 years, Thai painter and curator Angkrit Ajchariyasophon has dreamed of seeing his home turf, the ancient northern city of Chiang Rai, realize its full artistic potential.