KANYA KIM
Bangkok Illustrator
Art / Culture & History / Thailand's Heritage
KANYA KIM
My name is Kanyapak Laohasrisakul, also known as Kanya Kim. I am a Thai artist passionate about blending cultural heritage with contemporary art and storytelling. Through my work, I explore themes of identity, memory, and tradition, creating meaningful connections between the past and present.
About Me
Kanya Kim Studio is a Thai art and illustration brand led by artist Kanya Kim (Kanyapak Laohasrisakul), known for her storytelling through cultural heritage. Her work blends traditional Thai elements with a modern, imaginative style—reinterpreting local myths, symbols, and spiritual beliefs in ways that feel fresh and meaningful.
Founded in 2023, the studio began as a personal journey to reconnect with roots and share untold stories through art.
Inspired by her grandfather, Kanya draws from history, folklore, and rituals to create artwork that bridges the past and present. Her illustrations often explore themes like identity, memory, and nature, connecting audiences emotionally to Southeast Asian culture.
Education
2022-2025
Master's Degree
Cultural Management
Chulalongkorn University
Bangkok , Thailand
Kanya Kim’s Master’s degree in Cultural Management from Chulalongkorn University deepened her understanding of heritage and sustainability, enriching her art practice. This education enabled her to blend traditional Thai culture with contemporary storytelling, creating works that honor the past while engaging modern audiences with meaningful cultural narratives.
2016-2019
Bachelor’s Degree
Faculty of Fine and Applied Art (Visual Art)
Chulalongkorn University
Bangkok , Thailand
Kanya Kim’s Bachelor’s degree in Visual Art from Chulalongkorn University laid the foundation for her creative skills and artistic vision. This education nurtured her technical abilities and deep appreciation for Thai artistic traditions, which continue to inspire and shape her unique approach to storytelling through art.
2013-2016
High School
Triam U Dom Suksa School
Bangkok , Thailand
During her high school years at Triam U Dom Suksa School, Kanya Kim was recognized as an Art Quota student, which provided her with unique opportunities to nurture her artistic talents. Supported by dedicated teachers and encouraging friends, she developed a strong passion for both academic learning and creative exploration. This environment fostered her curiosity and commitment to pursuing knowledge in the arts, laying a solid foundation for her future artistic career.
Selected Works & Exhibitions
Kanya Kim’s body of work reflects her ongoing exploration of culture, memory, and identity through art and storytelling. Each piece—whether created for an exhibition, a collaborative project, or a public space—is rooted in Thai heritage and reimagined through a contemporary lens.
Since founding her practice in 2023, Kanya has continued to craft works that bridge tradition and modernity, the personal and the collective.
This section highlights selected exhibitions, booths, and creative projects that showcase her evolving practice. From solo shows to international fairs, each experience is part of her journey to reconnect, reinterpret, and share stories that matter.
Selected Works & Exhibitions
2025
- GAF Shanghai Illustration Art Fair 2025 @ Shanghai International Expo Centre
[ Shanghai , China ]
- Thailand Printmaking Festival 2025 @The Event Hall Central Chidlom [ Bangkok , Thailand ]
- Illust Fusion Expo 2025 @Siam Paragon Hall. [ Bangkok , Thailand ]
- Taipei Illustration 2025 @Taipei Expo Dome [ Taipei , Taiwan ]
- Bangkok Design Week 2025 ( House of Ups-In x Kanya Kim ) [ Bangkok , Thailand ]
2024
- Colorful Bangkok Expo 2024 @Bangkok City people square [ Bangkok , Thailand ]
- Illust Fusion 9 2024 @Bangkok Art and Cultural Center [ Bangkok , Thailand ]
- Mango Art Festival 2024 @River City [ Bangkok , Thailand ]
- Bangkok Illustration Fair 2024 @ Central World [ Bangkok , Thailand ]
2023
- Bangkok Illustration Fair 2023 @Bangkok Art and Cultural Center
[ Bangkok , Thailand ]