Angry woman will change the world

Dazzlingly colourful flowers and leaves that remind us of Henri Matisse's cut-out works, and a bold showcase of the character's own body contrasted by a dark background reveals the artist's rage against the oppression women face in patriarchy.

The artist strongly believes that the Thai society oppresses women who stand for themselves. It is a prevalent belief that women should be feminine, gentle and domestic goddesses. However, the artist also contrasts the vibrant image with a dark background to portray the hope that women are coming into the forefront, flourishing and shaping the new society.

Juli Baker and Summer / Chanaradee Chatrakul na Ayudhya

Vibrant, powerful, youthful energy permeates Juli Baker and Summer’s canvases. The use of bright colours and fluid lines creates a sense of vibration, as if one can hear exuberant music notes accompanying the movement of the characters or subjects. The visual composition resembles collage, even one done under Matisse’s hands.

Underneath the child-like surface of colourful composition lies strong socio-political statements. The emotional intensity brought forth by the colourful composition rightly echo the significance of the topics at hand. As a Thai artist residing amid on-going political movement, Juli Baker and Summer portrays symbols of the pro-democracy movement with her interpretation and personal experiences.

Graduated from Chulalongkorn University with a degree in fashion, Juli started her artist career under the nom de plume Juli Baker and Summer in 2015. Her works often take inspiration from people, music, literature, films, everyday-life conversations and travelling. She is active in the Thai art scene, famous for her bright and cheerful art style. She has been featured in interviews with the F Word Asia Art Magazine, Lifestyle Asia, Mimosa Stories and Kooper.

Based on our agreement with the artist, 35% of the pre-VAT price excluding frames will be donated to support the social movement. Donation will be given to the Thai Lawyers for Human Rights.