Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn graciously presided over the opening ceremony of The Exhibition of Photographic Works by Her Royal Highness, titled “ได้ออกนอกบ้าน!: Free at Last!” (“Out and About!: Free at Last!”) on 10 December, 2024 at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC).
Exhibition of Her Royal Highness Princess
Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Photographic Works
The exhibition of photographic works by Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, The Princess Royal, for the year 2024, titled “ได้ออกนอกบ้าน!: Free at Last!” (“Out and About!: Free at Last!”), was organized by the Royal Photographic Society of Thailand under the Royal Patronage, in collaboration with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC), and the Photography Promotion Foundation,
with continuous support from ThaiBev and other private sector partners. This annual exhibition has been
consistently supported for 18 consecutive years,
from 2007 to 2024, reflecting ThaiBev’s long-standing commitment to promoting arts and culture and honoring Her Royal Highness’s remarkable artistic vision through photography.
Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn,
The Princess Royal, graciously presided over the opening ceremony of the 14th White Elephant Art Exhibition on 7 March 2025
at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC).
The White Elephant Art Award
The White Elephant Art Award was established to support and encourage emerging artists by providing a platform to showcase their unique identities, artistic skills, and mastery in realistic and figurative art. The competition aims to promote excellence in fine arts and inspire the next generation of Thai artists. The winner of the White Elephant Award receives a grand prize of 1 million Baht.
The 14th White Elephant Art Award was held under
the theme “Water and Alteration,” highlighting
the relationship between water and the changes it brings
to life, nature, and society.
The 14th White Elephant Art Award:
“Water and Alteration”
White Elephant Award Winner
Artist: Nitratchaporn Nuamjerm
Title of Work: Tabeian Tabeian
Technique: Mixed media — wood, acrylic, motor, LED light,
and old bamboo from traditional fishing tools, accompanied by sound and music
Dimensions: 172 x 172 x 161 cm
“Circles of Centres” Glass Plate Photography
Exhibition

ThaiBev proudly supported the “Circles of Centres”
Glass Plate Photography Exhibition, which showcased photographs from the “Vajirayana Library” glass plate negative collection curated by the National Archives
of Thailand. The exhibition was organized through a collaboration between the Fine Arts Department,
the Sirivadhanabhakdi Foundation, ThaiBev, the Royal Photographic Society of Thailand under the Royal
Patronage, and the Photography Promotion Foundation. Than Phu Ying Sirikitiya Jensen served as the curator and project director. The exhibition was held from 21 May to
27 July, 2025 at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC). In addition, ThaiBev supported the publication of a photography book featuring 200 selected images from the glass plate collection, serving as an important educational and cultural resource for future generations.
The Spirits of Maritime Crossing

The Bangkok Art Biennale Foundation and ThaiBev,
in collaboration with government agencies, private sector partners, and international networks, jointly organized
the exhibition “The Spirits of Maritime Crossing”
as part of the 60th International Art Exhibition –
La Biennale di Venezia (Venice Biennale).
Held at Palazzo Smith Mangilli Valmarana in Venice,
Italy, from 20 April to 24 November, 2024, the exhibition presented works by 15 artists from Southeast Asia, exploring themes of migration, displacement, and
cross-ocean colonial encounters. The Spirits of Maritime Crossing featured a diverse range of media—including paintings, sculptures, mixed media installations, and video art—offering a profound reflection on shared histories
and cultural identities across the region. A highlight
of the exhibition was a film directed by Professor
Dr. Apinan Poshyananda, featuring world-renowned performance artist Marina Abramović and acclaimed
Thai dancer and choreographer Pichet Klunchun.
“A Moment in Nature” Photography Contest
Winning Photos from “Natural Environment and Plant Life” (left) and “Moments of Life” (right)
ThaiBev supported the Khao Yai National Park Protection Foundation and the Royal Photographic Society of Thailand under the Royal Patronage in organizing the “A Moment in Nature” Photography Contest for the fourth consecutive year. The contest featured two categories: Natural
Environment and Plant Life, and Moments of Life.
The project aims to raise awareness and foster appreciation for Thailand’s natural resources and environment, inspiring people to recognize the beauty of national parks and the vital role of those who dedicate themselves to protecting and conserving Thailand’s natural heritage.
“Chaya Nitikorn” Vintage Photography Studio
Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn graciously granted permission for Chaya Nitikorn Studio to reproduce and
recompose the cartoon artworks and oil paintings created by Her Royal Highness for use as a photo backdrop under the theme “Biodiversity.”
Furthermore, Her Royal Highness graciously presided over and
granted a royal portrait session at Chaya Nitikorn Studio during
the Sustainability Expo (SX) 2025 on 2 October 2025.
The “Chaya Nitikorn” Photography Studio was first introduced at the “Un Ai Rak Khlai Khwam Nao”
Winter Fair in 2018, offering visitors the unique
experience of vintage-style portrait photography.
The studio quickly gained immense popularity among attendees. Following its success, various companies
and organizations have continued to invite the studio
to provide photography services at special events and
occasions. All proceeds from the photography sessions
are donated to charitable causes and public benefit.
ASEAN SX Photo Contest 2025
Grand Prize-Winning Photo from Myanmar by Mr. Bo Bo Oo
ThaiBev supported the Royal Photographic Society of Thailand under the Royal Patronage and the Photography Promotion Foundation in organizing the ASEAN SX Photo Contest 2025 under the theme “Water and Adaptation.”
The contest aimed to raise awareness about sustainability across the 10 ASEAN countries, encouraging photographers to explore how communities adapt to changing
environments through the lens of water—a vital resource for life and resilience. Awards included Country Winner prizes for each ASEAN nation and a Grand Prize, selected from among the national winners as the highest honor.
In addition, the collaboration expanded to include C asean Vietnam, further strengthening regional creative and cultural exchange within the ASEAN community.
“WATER OF LIFE” Photography Contest
Some of the ten winning photo series titled “Boat Ramp, Pulse of Fishing Boats and Community Ties” by Chanya Thanaphatmongkhon.
ThaiBev supported National Geographic Thailand in organizing the National Geographic Thailand Photography Contest 2025 – “10 Photos Tell a Story” Season 10, under
the theme “WATER OF LIFE”. The contest aimed to discover exceptional photo documentaries that depict the diverse narratives of water—from mountain headwaters and urban canals to the ocean—showcasing how every waterway reflects the interconnected stories of nature, human relationships, and the environmental changes shaped by human hands. Through this initiative, the project highlighted the profound importance of water as the lifeblood of ecosystems and societies, inspiring greater awareness and appreciation for the need to protect this precious resource.