Blossoming of hope

Alex Face aka Patcharapol Tangruen — a renowned Thai artist — has always been aware that his works will not last forever. While he may create an incredibly impressive mural today, it might be erased tomorrow as it is either painted over or the wall is simply torn down. The Covid-19 pandemic has only emphasised the fact that many things are vulnerable and uncertain. During the lockdown, Alex’s wife ordered flowers for their home and the artist and his 11-year-old daughter created their own still life paintings of blossoms and wilting flowers. His iconic character — a moody-looking three-eyed childlike figure in a rabbit suit — is also included in a painting, and that is how he began creating his latest…