Born in 1992 in Khon Kaen, Thailand, Nilraya Bundasak is an accomplished textile artist. She obtained her MFA from Sipakorn University and currently operates her studio in the bustling city of Bangkok. Bundasak's exceptional talent has garnered her a series of prestigious awards, including the Young Artists Talent Award, a remarkable 3rd place in the 18th Panasonic Contemporary Painting Competition, and three esteemed White Elephant Art Awards. Her large-scale embroidery work has been widely celebrated, solidifying her status as a notable figure in the world of art.
Inspired by contemporary fashion, Nilraya Bundasak’s colorful textile paintings celebrate adornment and individuality through the application of fabric and embroidery to re-purposed materials. Inspired by the beauty and uniqueness that fashion offers, as well as the emotional dynamism of femininity, she creates large-scale works resplendent with bright luxurious fabrics and detailed stitching.
Her work is a catalog of evolving fashion trends but also highlights environmental consciousness. Bundasak’s works approach recycling and sustainable garment use with a positive attitude. Filled with intimate details, Bundasak’s textural collages are dynamic and vibrant, and express a personal love for clothing and adornment.
