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Painter, and most notably engraver of silver and copper, KE Vicheth is acclaimed for his exceptional monumental works. He is equally admired for set design in traditional Khmer films, and as the artist responsible for the highly respected paintings in the Elephant Bar of the Raffles Le Royal Hotel in Phnom Penh. In addition, he has produced monumental copper chandeliers and ceiling paintings for clients in Malaysia including major hotels. KE Vicheth has created a flourishing family business, and has become a living guarantor of the Khmer artisan tradition.
Peintre, graveur et plus spécialement sur l'argent et le cuivre, KE Vicheth est surtout réputé pour ses œuvres monumentales. Il est également bien connu pour la conception de jeu pour les films traditionnels khmers. Il est l'auteur, en autres, du décor peint de l'Eléphant Bar à l'Hôtel Raffles Le Royal de Phnom Penh. Il a également créé des fresques ainsi que
des lustres en cuivre gigantesques pour des clients en Malaisie, et les grands hôtels. Il a fondé une entreprise familiale prospère, garante de la tradition artisanale khmère.
Born in Cambodia 1973, Keo grew up in Cambodia. From 1997 to 2000 he studies in Paris at the (Parisian Dressmaking School). Studying with Maison Emmanuel Ungaro and Maison Kay.
Participation to Biennale Internationale du Design of St Etienne (France) :
Winner First Prize as Best Young Design (15 countries have participated to this competition.
Keoisblessedwith an exceptional talent, and a fertile imagination. Workingwith noble traditionalmaterialssuch as Cambodiansilk, as well as unconventinal components such as plastic, paper clips, seedpods, and cocoons ;hecreatestotallyfuturisticclothes.
His most recent success was a fashion presentation to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the French Institute in Phnom Penh which met with a standing ovation.
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Lisa aka “Lil Dots” was born in Phnom Penh Cambodia, she is the first official Female Street Artist in Cambodia, Lisa has been practicing her art since a young age but in more recent times decided to make her work be viewed in public after she was invited to paint live at Chen La Theatre Phnom Penh for 12me and Raph a French Hip Hop Duo from France.
Hot of the heels of the Chen La Performance Lisa than appeared alongside PeapTarr and They from the Art crew Army Of Snipers (South East Asia) where they painted walls for Cell Card to help promote the new Launch of XG and now Lisa can be seen all around Phnom Penh Billboards and also the XG TV Commercials.
Lisa also was recently in the French Cultural Institute art show Titled Phnom Penh 2058 where Lisa produced two large canvas’s with PeapTarr and ZEROSYan international known Japanese graffiti artist. Lisa was also in Tiger Translate working with international Artist for Tiger Translate Cambodia where she was cheered on by the local crowd who were proud to see one of their own up their amongst the international community of artist.
Lisa aka Lil Dots has been on the rise fast in Phnom Penh City, she is the future of Cambodian Urban art and a true trailblazer so keep your eyes to the streets and international Art galleries. Lisa Also states that she is helping a new urban art movement grow here in her hometown of Phnom Penh city and she wants Khmer Graffiti and Street Art to be seen all around the world which she believes will help boost urban Khmer Art as officially being on the map which she believes will enhance Modern Khmer arts and culture and hopefully will make the youth of Cambodia and Khmer Youth around the world proud of their culture.
Fine Artist and Designe
Born in 1968 in Manila, Philippines, Matthew Tito CUENCA grew up in a multi-racial, multi-faith home. His home life greatly encouraged his love of painting and influenced his unique technique of blending the familiar and foreign into thoughtful, unconventional combinations of art and story. In 1991, he received his B.F.A. with honors from Parsons School of Art and Design. During this time he continued to develop his personal study on the juxtaposition of function and design and became a successful fashion designer.
For the next 15 years he worked as a Designer, Illustrator and Art Director for several notable companies such as Harper Collins Trophy, Moody Publishing, Bill Blass Sportswear, J. Crew and Oleg Cassine Couture. He has also worked as an associate professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology. In 2002, he decided to leave the world of Fashion, move to Paris and rekindle his love of sculpture and painting. Currently, he lives and works in Cambodia where he derives limitless inspiration from the history and beauty of the Khmer landscape, people, and customs.
Artiste et designer né en 1968 à Manille, aux Philippines, Matthew Tito CUENCA a grandi dans un environnement multiculturel. Sa vie de famille a fortement encouragé son amour de la peinture. En 1991, il sort avec son diplôme de Bachelor of Fine Art ( B.F.A) avec les honneurs de la Parsons School of Art and Design de NYC
Durant les quinze dernières années, il a travaillé pour plusieurs compagnies connues comme Harper Collins Trophy, Editions Moody, Bill Blass sportwear, J.Crew, et Oleg Cassine Couture. Il a également collaboré à la Fashion Institute of Technology.
En 2002, il décide de quitter le monde de la mode et s’installe à Paris où il ravive son amour de la sculpture et la peinture. Actuellement il vit et travaille au Cambodge où il tire une inspiration sans limite de l’histoire, de la beauté du paysage khmer, des gens et des coutumes.
Website: http://www.matthewcuenca.com
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Following his initial training at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, OUM worked in the studios of Guy Laroche and Givenchy. He returned to Cambodia in 2000, and launched his own unique product line in silk, porcelain and furniture design. Today, he is creating prét-à-porter collections for men and women, and has undertaken to astound us with a new line of accessories that include hand-bags and shoes.
Après sa formation à l'Ecole des Beaux-Arts de Paris, OUM a travaillé dans les studios de Guy Laroche et Givenchy. Il est retourné au Cambodge en 2000, et a lancé ses activités dans les arts de la soie, la porcelaine et les meubles. Aujourd'hui, il crée des collections de prét-à-porter pour hommes et femmes, et il a également entrepris la création d'une ligne d'accessoires.
Website : www.oumdesign.com
Born in Kampong Thom Province, Cambodia in 1983, PHE Sophon pursued his passion and completed studies in the Fine Arts. Over the past decade, he has displayed his creations at exhibitions in Hong Kong (2006), Phnom Penh (2007), Shanghai (2008), and even performed in the United States (2006). He has chosen to focus his creativity on experimental forms of painting, sculpture and installation pieces.
Né à Kampong Thom province, Cambodge en 1983, PHE Sophon a terminé ses études de Beaux-Arts et a pris part à différentes expositions à Hong Kong (2006), Phnom Penh (2007), Shanghai (2008) et même s’est produit aux Etats-Unis en 2006. Il s’intéresse à des formes expérimentales de peinture, sculpture et installation.
Email : a1-sophon@yahoo.com
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The artists and the creators show
THE ARTISTS AND CREATORS SHOW
Discovery, Encounters, Exchanges
Cambodia is a meeting point for many designers, artists, designers, artisans, fashion designers inspired by its culture and who used the products and commodities of the country.
The artists and creators show, which will begin on March 4, invites you to (re)discover major creators.Sharing and exchange are at the heart of this second edition, with thoughtful dialogues in the luxuriant garden of the « No Problem » colonial villa.
A circuit, imagined by more than twenty Cambodian and international artists, will transport us to different universes where we can appreciate works freely, while interacting totally with the site, since the new creations will use this circuit as its raw material.
No one is enclosed in his own bubble. Atmospheres come together, assemble, and then disappear.
This is an invitation to discovery, exchange, and wonderment.
Special Event for 2012
Following the exhibition on March 2012, Christie’s will conduct an auction to sell a choice of art pieces. The benefits of the sale will go to “Cambodia Living Art,” an association that supports young Cambodian artists.It is the very first time that Christie’s comes to Cambodia for such an event. This represents an honor and great opportunity for Cambodian Designers to evaluate their artworks on the international market.
Christie’s has 53 offices in 32 countries and 10 salerooms around the world including in London, New York, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai and Hong Kong. Christie’s also offers its clients worldwide access to its sales through Christie’s LIVE™, its unique, real-time online bidding service.
More informations here : http://www.christies.com/features/welcome
We will have more participants than ever before.
Artisans will be joining the The artists and creators show’s third edition which will take place once again in the beautiful “NO PROBLEM” colonial mansion.
Come discover two defenders of traditional Khmer art: an engraver, on a monumental scale, of copper and silver. An artisan creating accessories and inlay work with buffalo horn.
Sculptors will show their stone bas reliefs backed by one thousand years of tradition.
Gemstones, both precious and semi-precious, will be on display thanks to two Cambodian women of amazing talent.
The artists and creators show opening and Private showing by invitation only March 2, 2012
Open to the public from March 3 through March 11 from 11am until 8pm
Major Innovation for the closing of the 2012 edition
Christie’s International will come from Paris especially for an auction at the SOFITEL of forty of the most remarkable creations shown at the The artists and creators show. A first for Cambodia!
As in the past all creations exhibited will be put on sale by their creators on March 11 at The artists and creators show
