Gallery
Our Gallery
In the gallery, we have compiled traditional, handcrafted activities that we came across during various travels in Southeast Asia.
Coffee Harvest in Thailand
During this very interesting activity, self-picked coffee beans were roasted, ground, and of course, enjoyed as coffee.
Pottery in Myanmar
Pottery in a very traditional way with a material made from river clay and a binder.
Bamboo Work in Myanmar
Bamboo is split and processed into mats and walls.
Woodwork in Myanmar
Very impressive works from Mandalay, the center of craftsmanship in Myanmar.
Marble Work in Myanmar
From rough stone to the finest details, it is drilled, sawed, and polished. First, the body is shaped, then the face.
Bronze Work in Thailand
Creating sculptures from bronze is a complex process. First, a body is created from mortar, then the actual motif is shaped with wax, followed by another layer of mortar. The mold is then heated, and the wax flows out. The bronze is poured into the hollow space that remains.
Natural Dyeing of Cotton in Laos
Leaves and shoots of the Kharm Stauch, which is widespread in Laos, are used to produce the indigo blue color. Making the dye is an art form, involving the fermentation of the components, and the mixture is stored in airtight barrels at the right temperature.
Wood Carvings in Laos
Once the design has been transferred to the wooden surface, the carving begins with hand tools. This is a two-winged entrance door to a temple building.
Handmade Paper in Laos
After Sa, the bark of a type of mulberry tree, has been softened, boiled, and pounded, the flakes are smoothed on sieves and dried in the sun.
Thai Woodworking
Special impressions from Chiang Mai, the center for woodworking in Thailand.
Stone Masonry in Laos
Stone masonry starts with loosening the sandstone and rough preparation,
and ends with the use of sandpaper and water.
Thai Shadow Puppet Figures
Prayut, 32 years old, from Surat Thani province, learned the art of shadow puppet making from his father, and the whole family supports him in the production process.
Thai Painting
Tuanchai, 36 years old, from Ayutthaya province, studied art in Bangkok and later led various workshops and projects. His passion is painting.