A blank canvas
While the artworks which gave Svay Sareth his name were inspired by his country’s violent past, he now hopes young Cambodians can reconnect with their cultural roots through his latest passion project
November 3, 2023
Tag: Khmer Artist
Art from Anguish
As one of Cambodia’s leading contemporary artists, Leang Seckon’s works draw upon the history and mythology of both his homeland and the chaos of the 20th century to transform tragedy and suffering into transcendent beauty
April 6, 2023
From classical to contemporary dancer: How Belle bridges Khmer identity from old to new with her art
The passion of learning new things led Belle to fall into the world of contemporary dance and become a founder of the SilverBelle dance troupe. Her love for art and culture led her to choose Khmer classical dance as the foundation of her work, contributing to a new creation that promotes Khmer cultural arts and has a positive impact on younger generations.
April 26, 2022
From Preserving to Social Commentary: How Choreographer Nget Rady Brings Khmer Culture into Light
Built on the foundation of Khmer classical dance he gained in high school and incorporating elements of contemporary dance he picked up along the way, Rady’s career in performance art continues to flourish. But it is this modern form of movement that he believes can make the arts more relatable and useful for educating the public about important social issues.
December 22, 2021
