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Time Out
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Why is Bangkok suddenly obsessed with giant sculptures?
It seems like massive sculptures are having a moment in Bangkok. Over the past year, Bangkok has been riding a wave of oversized art. From KAWS' lounging Holiday figure at Sanam Luang to the Squid Game dolls near Giant Swing and a Stitch presiding over Iconsiam, giant installations have been popping up across the city like it's a sculpture scavenger hunt. Next up it's the turn of a certain brown panda. The Yimu Art Exhibition has landed at Iconsiam, featuring a crew of giant inflatable characters by rising Chinese artist Leo Huang and with them, a much-needed dose of softness in a fast-paced world. Front and centre is Seven, whose main hobbies seem to be eating well, chilling hard and spreading joy. With legs kicked out, a belly that looks like it's had one too many dumplings and a face of total bliss, Seven embodies what Huang calls the 'philosophy of the round belly' – a reminder that happiness can be as simple as a good meal and a quiet moment. Inspired by the creatures of China's Qinling Mountains, Seven is part of Huang's Guardians of the Loong series and arrives in Bangkok to celebrate 50 years of Thai-Chinese friendship. Close by at Terrace Hal l, you'll find Hippo Go!, a bubblegum-pink hippo mid-climb, radiating determination and innocence like it's about to audition for an animated comeback. Together, the characters showcase the artist's whimsical world, where animals reflect human emotions and everyday spaces form a playful fantasyland. It's more than just giant inflatables – take a stroll to Arts Way on the M floor, where you'll find a thoughtfully curated shop filled with collectible art toys and designs. Discover creations featuring Huang's beloved characters, including Hello! Bear and the Guardians of the Loong crew. Huang's characters exist through cross-media art, blending storytelling, sculpture and design to explore the connections between people, nature and urban life. His portfolio includes monumental public installations, art toys and designed products that bring his characters to life in both large-scale and everyday settings. This larger-than-life sculpture exhibition proves that when it comes to this kind of showcase, Bangkokians are always up for it. Well, a large part of the appeal might just be the Instagram effect. These mega-installations are crowd magnets – easy content, free entertainment and a clever way for public spaces to attract foot traffic in a city that's constantly craving its next photogenic distraction. This surge of playful public art signals that Bangkok's creative scene is just beginning to flourish. The next wave will likely spotlight interactive installations, reminiscent of those in the soon-to-open Jurassic World: The Experience. Looking ahead, we can expect even more international exhibitions to find their way to the heart of the capital.
Bangkok Post
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Bangkok Post
Giant panda, pink hippo arrive at Iconsiam
Two adorable characters from China and a troop of their friends are ready to greet Thais during "Yimu Art Exhibition", which is running at Iconsiam, Charoen Nakhon Road, until Aug 15. Held to mark the 50th anniversary of Thai-Chinese diplomatic relations, this is the Bangkok debut showcase of large-scale inflatable sculptures of Seven and Hippo Go!, two signature IP characters by Leo Huang, a rising star in China's art scene and also founder of Yimu Art Studio. Seven is a giant brown panda from the "Guardians Of The Loong: The Treasures Of Qinling Mountains" collection, inspired by the four natural treasures of the Qinling region -- the golden takin, red ibis, golden monkey and the world's only brown panda. Seven is featured in a whimsical pose with outstretched legs and a round belly, symbolising contentment and relaxation after a hearty meal, at Iconsiam Park on the 2nd floor. Positioned as though climbing out of a pool at the Terrace Hall on the same floor is Hippo Go!, the bright pink, chubby hippo character whose innocent, hopeful expression reflects an unyielding spirit and a journey forward. Drawing inspiration from nature and urban life across the globe, Huang creates a wide range of characters through cross-media art, aiming to connect people, nature and cities through his work. His portfolio includes large-scale urban sculptures, public art installations and product designs. He also brings along a curated selection of adorable art toys featuring his other beloved characters such as Hello! Bear and the full ensemble of the "Guardians Of The Loong" collection for purchase at a pop-up store, at Arts Way on M floor.
