Celebrated architect, designer and artist Bill Bensley, will return to the Four Seasons Hotelโs Art Space by MOCA Bangkok with an extraordinary rotating art exhibition with three separate collections, between January 10 and April 20.
Bensleyโs latest collections, filled with works inspired by his travels across 11 countries since his last exhibition at the venue in 2023, are dedicated to supporting environmental conservation and educational programmes in Southeast Asia.
Bensleyโs commitment to philanthropy takes centre stage, with each exhibition earmarked to fund initiatives benefiting communities in Cambodia and Laos through the Shinta Mani Foundation.
The rotating exhibition features three distinct shows, each focused on a unique theme and cause. The dynamic pieces reflect Bensleyโs passion for nature and cultural diversity, with proceeds donated to the Shinta Mani Foundation to support his chosen causes.
His exhibitions embody his deep-seated commitment to the environment and humanitarian causes.
New Paintings by Bill Bensley
Duration: January 10 to 30.
Bensleyโs first 2025 exhibition celebrates his journey through diverse landscapes. Inspired by his recent travels, these dynamic paintings reflect his love for nature and the idiosyncrasies of different cultures.
Proceeds beneficiaries: Education for deaf children in Luang Prabang and 36 underprivileged young adults in Siem Reap, Cambodia, enabling them to attend the Shinta Mani Hospitality School Class of 2025.
The Ring of Fire
Duration: January 31 to February 27.
This show presents Bensleyโs fascination with fire, lightning, and volcanos. Drawing inspiration from natural gas fires in Uzbekistan to active volcanos in Japan, Mongolia, Korea, and Indonesia, Bensley conveys the intense beauty of Earthโs fiery forces.
Proceeds beneficiaries: Milk for infants, clean water, toilets, and housing for underprivileged families in Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Call of the Cardamoms
Duration: February 28 to April 20.
This show celebrates the work of global artists and artisans whoโve joined forces with Bensley to highlight the endangered animals of the Cardamom Rainforest in Cambodia.
This rainforest is the last green lung of Southeast Asia, vital for the environmental and cultural health of Thailand, Cambodia, and the region.
All of the proceeds generated by Call of the Cardamoms will directly support the preservation, protection, and conservation of the Cardamom Rainforests, which is home to diverse native species such as langurs, slow lorises, mongooses, and gibbons.
Shinta Mani Foundation and the Wildlife Alliance are hard at work to safeguard the ecosystemโs flora and fauna, imperiled by a wide range of threats including illegal logging, poaching, and climate change.
This exhibition not only celebrates artistic expression but also highlights the urgent need to protect ecological cornerstones, vital to the sustainability and natural heritage of our home nations.
Proceeds beneficiaries: Conservation of the Cardamom Rainforest in Cambodia with Shinta Mani Foundation in partnership with NGO Wildlife Alliance.
Lubosh Barta, Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Bangkok, shares his excitement in regards to the exhibition by the artist.
โWeโre thrilled to welcome Bill Bensley back to the ART Space with his latest exhibition. Bensleyโs creativity and heart are unmatched, with each collection not only inspiring but making a real impactโfrom supporting education to preserving the Cardamom Rainforest.
โItโs an honour to showcase his work and be part of this meaningful journeyโ
Whatโs the purpose?
All of Bensleyโs work, be it artistic or in hospitality, has a meaningful purpose. A concerned conservationist and passionate philanthropist, he works tirelessly to raise funds for the Shinta Mani Foundation outreach projects in Cambodia.
Bensley is extremely dedicated to the important work the foundation does, making a real difference in the lives of local villagers and families in these communities as well as conservation. 100% of proceeds raised through the sale of the artworks will go directly to these projects.
For more information, visit the Shinta Mani Foundationโs website.
Speaking on his artwork, Bensley shares the stories, and the messages embedded deep within each of his pieces, and how they intertwine with the fabrics of nature.
โArt has become another of my greatest passions, and Iโm absolutely thrilled about my upcoming rotating art exhibition at MOCA Art Space at Four Seasons Bangkok.
โThis is more than just an opportunity to display my work, itโs a chance to tell stories, provoke thought, and share the incredible energy and cultural richness of my travels and the characters I have met through art.
โEach piece reflects a chapter of my journey and the beauty I see in the world around me. What makes this exhibition truly special is its dynamic nature, itโs ever-changing, evolving with new themes and ideas to keep it fresh and inspiring for every visitor.
โI want this space to be a sanctuary for creativity and connection, a place where art lovers and curious minds can gather to celebrate the power of imagination.
Itโs been a dream to bring this project to life, and I hope it resonates as deeply with others as it has with me in creating it.โ
Exhibition details
Prices range from US$6,000 to US$10,000 (approximately 200,000 to 350,000 baht). A digital catalogue will be made available for viewers and buyers to peruse the artwork and purchase from abroad. Packing prior to shipping will be organised by MOCA BANGKOK.
The artworks (1.2ร1.2m,1.2ร2.4m,2x2m) are stretched on collapsible frames, allowing guests to take them home immediately as checked-in luggage. Shipping costs are not included.
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