Chiangmai Art Converstion (CAC)

                                

 

Chiangmai Art Converstion (CAC) is a nonprofit artist-run initiative that was founded in Chiang Mai, Thailand in January 2013. Our main objective is to provide art information. In order to make this available, we are creating an online art system contains art map of art spaces, events, and other useful Chiang Mai art data. Our online efforts aim to reflect history and also predict the future of art scene in Chiang Mai through data bank. However, we do encourage and build physical connection and interaction in a form of various activities to further the growth of the art community and its public audience.

 

 

What is the nature of the organization, for how long has it been around and what are its set goals?

It started in 2013. The goal is to promote the potential of the arts, contemporary artists and other fields related to management and art spaces in the Chiang Mai Province. The CAC aims to act as art information center of Chiang Mai, but keen on to expand the boundary to Asian countries.  

 

What kind of events have you ever done?

Talks, symposium, film festival and art exhibition

 

 

What kind of expectations do you have for the development of local contemporary art?

We hope through our events and activities, it will help local art workers improve their practice, extend their networks or get recognized by local and international art sphere.

 

 

Have you ever worked with other art spaces?

Yes, it depends on character of each project/event.

 

Do you have a space? Is it open for everyone to visit?

Yes, we just have a space since August 2016 and it opens to commoner to visit and join our event.

 

In general, who takes care of the space?

There is one person who works as our administrator assistant and reception who take care of the space.

 

 

Anything else you would like to comment in addition?

Please visit our website for more info at www.cac-art.info

Please feel free to learn about our long term co-organized project with Japan Foundation Asia Center, Asian Culture Station at www.asianculturestation.cac-art.info

 

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Alternative Space? Artist-run Space?
Alright, so today we have reached an understanding that “alternative space” has merely a historical connotation left, whereas “artist-run space” cuts directly to the chase, but still nothing is explained through these terms. We suggest a temporary halt on the investigation of terminology. The significance lies in what we do, what we did and what we will be doing next.

So what have you been up to?
In short, we practice art and curate exhibitions. When able, we also organize forums, launch publications and initiate projects for international artistic exchange. If you haven’t the time to read the brief introduction on the back, all you need to remember is this: our job is to generate new dialogues between art and the public and to offer the world something different for a change, or at the very least, we try our best when making mistakes.

Why not simply focus on practicing art?
It’s not that simple. In fact, there is no such thing as simply practicing art. Contemporary art and its viewers have broken away from the monotonous relationship of simply paying a visit to the museum. Whether people are aware of it or not, art has undoubtedly permeated into every aspect of our lives. Therefore, a genuine art practitioner would not shy away when met face to face with genuine public issues. We simply want to do it better.

Where does your funding come from?
Unemployment subsidies. That was a joke. We operate with funds which come from our own pockets and occasional help from limited government funding—translation: we are often short of cash.

Are all members artists?
We were founded as an artist-based organization, but are delighted to have recruited more and more members from interdisciplinary professions in recent years. As for the artists, you may still catch a glimpse of them from time to time carrying a spear and shield, riding a scrawny horse and followed around by a fox hound.

Can I join?
Certainly, you are most welcome to join us. Please note, however, this is not a recruitment ad. Despite our wish to recruit more like-minded friends, we hope that all potential members first try to understand our situation before participating in anything. Acknowledgement of the process is in itself an important form of participation, which means that everything you imagine could be possible. In other words, we would love your attention starting from now.

How does one follow you?
This is an important question but extremely easy to achieve. Simply follow these steps:
(1) like us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/opencontemporary
(2) e-mail us at [email protected];
(3) visit us and chat with us whenever

you’re free. You may even receive a cup of freshly brewed coffhee.

Do you accept donations?
Please don’t ask, just act!