An interview with: Kawinwarong Ingadhamrong (Kolahon)
- Apr 21
- 3 min read
“‘Kolahon’ means “chaos.” His work reflects imagined landscapes, inspired by a foundation in landscape architecture and encounters with nature. The artist first explored the brush through watercolor, layering surfaces to create depth in light and shadow. This technique evolved into his digital and NFT practice, where transparency and revealing “what lies within” became central. His works invite viewers to explore the balance between outer and inner worlds, light and shadow, and the fragile truths behind appearances.” - Gallery Curu
Read on below for the full interview...
How are you, and how is life lately?
Life lately feels like a period of reflection after my recent solo exhibition, Dying Sun. That project allowed me to bring together many ideas I had been exploring for years — chaos, ego, instinct, and transformation. Since then I’ve been thinking more about how these forces exist not only inside us but also in nature and mythology. My practice is slowly moving toward creating symbolic worlds where spiritual, psychological, and natural forces intersect.
Are there any particular ideas, concepts, or feelings captivating you recently that you’d like to share?
Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about the relationship between ego and primal instinct. The image of the “dying sun” became a symbol for this in my recent work — the sun representing the ego slowly being consumed or transformed by deeper forces. I’m also increasingly interested in creating works that feel like small ecosystems — environments where symbols, forms, and sounds interact with each other. These spaces reflect the complexity of the subconscious and the fragile balance between chaos and harmony. Ultimately, my work is an attempt to map the invisible landscapes that shape our experience of being human.
Could you please tell us about yourself — where are you from, where do you live now, and what do you love?
I was born in Bangkok, Thailand, where I currently live and work. My background is in landscape architecture, and that training still shapes how I see the world — thinking in terms of environments, systems, and relationships between elements. I’m deeply drawn to nature, dreams, and the quiet mysteries of the subconscious. Many of my works begin from observing these invisible layers of experience.
What are the key ideas and themes that inspire your art the most and why?
Chaos has always been the core idea behind my work — it’s also the meaning of my artist name, Kolahon. But chaos, to me, isn’t simply disorder. It’s a generative force — the moment where transformation becomes possible. I’m interested in the tension between ego and instinct, between control and surrender. Recently my work has been moving closer to mythology and animistic ideas about nature and spirits. Many traditional cultures see nature as alive with unseen forces, and I find this perspective very powerful. Through art, I try to create symbolic environments where these invisible energies become visible.
Are there any particular books, films, artists, or thinkers that have shaped how you look at the world?
My influences have shifted a lot over time. While earlier I was influenced by manga and contemporary pop culture, recently I’ve been drawn more toward mythology, symbolism, and historical painting. Artists like Hieronymus Bosch inspire me with their strange spiritual cosmologies and surreal creatures. I’m also fascinated by the emotional darkness and psychological depth of Francisco Goya. Another artist who resonates with me deeply is Hilma af Klint, whose work explores spiritual dimensions and unseen structures behind reality. These artists remind me that art can act as a bridge between the visible and invisible worlds.
How was the process of creating your book “Harmony in Chaos” and what is the concept behind it?
Harmony in Chaos was created during a period when I was trying to understand the relationship between instability and balance. The book gathers many of my earlier visual symbols and characters, forming a kind of inner landscape. Looking back, it represents an important stage in my journey — a moment when I began recognizing that chaos itself contains hidden rhythms and harmony. In many ways, the book laid the conceptual foundation for the directions I’m exploring now.
What does spirituality mean to you?
For me spirituality is less about belief systems and more about awareness. It’s about sensing that our lives are part of larger cycles — growth, decay, and transformation. Many myths and spiritual traditions attempt to explain these cycles through symbolic stories. I see art in a similar way: as a language that allows us to explore the invisible forces shaping our inner and outer worlds.
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Discover more of Kolahon's work via;
- Astral Magazine
