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Elephant Parade is a social enterprise and runs the world’s largest art exhibition of decorated elephant statues. Created by artists and celebrities, each Elephant Parade statue is a unique art piece. The life-size, baby elephant statues are exhibited in international cities and raise awareness for the need of elephant conservation.
Limited edition, handcrafted replicas and a select range of products are created from the exhibition elephants. 20% of Elephant Parade net profits are donated to elephant welfare and conservation projects.
As a lover of all things noodles and pasta, and in honour of the upcoming Chiang Mai parade, I present the iconic lip-smacking Chiang Mai dish, Khao Soy.
Celebrates the timeless beauty and heritage of Thailand’s iconic river, blending the rich history of the Chao Phraya with modern charm to create an Authentic Thai riverside dining experience as unforgettable as the river’s enduring legacy.
Cheers to all the animals in the world.
I was inspired by the different personalities people have and the beautiful relationships among friends. The bright colors are an attempt to capture those different, fun, exciting energies.
My elephant is influenced by my Prosperity Fine Art Collection. It draws upon the elements of Feng Shui that is depicted in all my work. It projects good luck and good fortune to the viewer. When the koi fish are tallied they add to eight fish recognized as being the number for Prosperity throughout Asia.
Tropico is a Brazilian researcher exploring the imagistic vocabulary of tropical climate zones. In this context, fruits found in Chiang Mai become the basis for abstraction.
This elephant is a canvas of joyous memories! Colorful balloons guide us through realms of fantasy, cute animals remind us of childhood companions. Each pattern tells a story of dreams and adventures, blending fantasy with the warmth of yesteryears, crafting art that awakens the inner child in everyone.
Hugs are love. Love creates a special feeling. Love makes us humans happy. If we do not feel love, we can’t hug that thing. Hug love, hug each other.
Author: Beti – A passionate traveler and lover of Asian cuisine, especially Thai and Japanese dishes, Bernadeta brings her culinary and cultural experiences to life in her writing. Beyond her travels, she’s an avid technology enthusiast with a deep interest in data processing, merging her love for exploration with analytical insights.
Photographer: Adalbert – An aficionado of computers and photography, Adalbert captures the essence of diverse cuisines with a discerning eye. A connoisseur of rich flavors and particularly fond of meat-based dishes, he combines his technical skills with his passion for the culinary arts in every shot.