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Vipoo Srivilasa
Melbourne-based, Thai-born Australian artist Vipoo Srivilasa creates artwork that is positive, accessible, and beautiful. His practice primarily focuses on ceramics, though he also produces works on paper, mixed-media sculptures, bronze statues, and large-scale public art installations. He often incorporates food and interactive performance into his ceramic projects, creating a unique and immersive experience for viewers.
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RuPaul's Drag Race and short-faced Burmese cats: the inspiration behind 'Eleganza Extravaganza Cats', an exhibition that returns 'Vipoo Srivilasa' to homeland after 4 years. February 10, 2024
"Eleganza Extravaganza Cats", Vipoo’s solo exhibition in Bangkok at SAC Gallery.
16 December 2023 - 16 March 2024.
The Australian Design Centre recently interviewed Vipoo Srivilasa about his MAKE Award winning work for their popular Object Podcast.
The public voting for the Civic Choice Award 2023 has been tallied and the winner is Vipoo Srivilasa – congratulations.
Worlds of Infinite Possibility, an incredible survey of contemporary Australian figural sculpture featuring some of the most exciting and creative artists across ceramic, porcelain, glass, metal and cardboard working today.
Vipoo Srivilasa has been awarded the inaugural MAKE Award: Biennial Prize for Innovation in Australian Craft and Design.
An initiative of Australian Design Centre, the award is the richest non-acquisitive prize for craft and design in Australia.
If you're feeling generous, Vipoo would greatly appreciate your support by voting for him for the Civic Choice Award 2023. This award is presented to the finalist who receives the most votes during the public voting period, which runs from September 5 to November 15, ending at 5 pm.
We're delighted to introduce the representation of acclaimed artist Vipoo Srivilasa at Sydney's N.Smith Gallery.
Call for Entries: re/JOY by Vipoo Srivilasa.
Vipoo is looking for people who have objects and stories of their migration experience to Australia. If selected, you will receive a participation fee of AUD $500 and Vipoo will craft your damaged ceramic pieces into a meaningful artwork.
Vipoo Srivilasa has been selected as a finalist for Make Award, Biennial Prize for Innovation in Australian Craft and Design.
Kiln God Altar, has been shortlisted for the prestigious Deakin University Contemporary Small Sculpture Award 2023.
The Great Granville Garden Show explores the importance of the humble garden. From creating community to their decorative and joyful nature or to their political controversies, this exhibition celebrates all things gardens.
Showcasing work by leading contemporary artists Kate Beynon, Kate Rohde, Valerie Sparks, and Vipoo Srivilasa, this exhibition engages the viewer in re-imagined visions of the natural world.
VIPOO SRIVILASA: 'Solitude and Connection' is coming soon on 14 June — 04 July 2023. At Edwina Corlette Gallery, Brisbane.
A Practice with Positivity - The Studio Potter magazine recently published an inspiring article exploring the positive impact of Vipoo Srivilasa's community projects.
The Tel Aviv Biennale of Crafts and Design 2023 at the MUZA, Eretz Israel Museum is showcasing Vipoo Srivilasa's Wellness Deity series, inspired by people's drawings of protective deities during the pandemic.
Congratulations to Vipoo Srivilasa on receiving the prestigious new Visual Arts and Crafts Strategy (VACS) Major Commissioning Projects program (AUD $100,000.00) from the Australian Council For The Arts.
Calendar
Make Award
JamFactory, Adelaide, SA
15 December 2023 – 28 April 2024
Geelong Gallery, Geelong, VIC
10 August – 27 October 2024
N. Smith 3 Years
N. Smith gallery, Sydney
28 May - 8 June 2024
Namedropping
MONA, Hobart
15 June 2024 - 21 April 2025
Little People: hand-building clay figures workshop
Noosa Regional Gallery, QLD
27 July 2024
Generation Clay: Reimagining Asian Heritage
Curatorial project
Bunjill Place, VIC
3 August - 24 November 2024
Marvellous Mythical Mates: A Menagerie of Dream Pets
SOLO Exhibition
Counihan Gallery, Melbourne
3 August 2024 - 27 October 2024
Flower Bears Deity
SOLO Exhibition as part of Indian Ocean Craft Triennial 2024
Fremantle Arts Centre, Perth
17 August - 20 October 2024
Kerameikos: A contemporary ceramics quarter within the Museum
Chau Chak Wing Museum, NSW
Opens 24 August, 2024