Raising awareness and support of those seeking marriage equality in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, (LGBT) community, River City Bangkok, in collaboration with collector and curator James Tong is pleased to present BEYOND SKIN BY NORM YIP exhibition in Bangkok.
The Thai Government’s cabinet in December 2018 approved the civil partnership bill, and next it will go to the National Legislative Assembly (NLA). If passed, this would pave the way for Thailand to become the first country in Asia to endorse same-sex marriage. Bangkok is regarded as one of the most LGBT-friendly cities in Asia and hosts the exhibition ahead the New York in June, where it is timed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the gay civil rights movement, Stonewall.
"For the first time, my photography of Asian men will reach a wider international audience” said photographer, Norm Yip “The images tell of my search for acceptance, identity and beauty. It reveals my desires and longings as a man finding one’s self in the other.” The exhibition at RCB Photographers’ Gallery features 25 photographs taken over a 20-year period beginning in 1999 to the present.
This internationally acclaimed photographer has long been an avid pioneer in the development of fine art Asian male photography. He established ‘The Asian Male Project’ which, through his lens, presents artistic images and thought-provoking messages. Light and shadow, combine with his love for the classical form, culminating in a superb collection of artistically photographic masterpieces. Yip’s fresh outlook has captivated both Asians and Westerners alike.
The Thai Government’s cabinet in December 2018 approved the civil partnership bill, and next it will go to the National Legislative Assembly (NLA). If passed, this would pave the way for Thailand to become the first country in Asia to endorse same-sex marriage. Bangkok is regarded as one of the most LGBT-friendly cities in Asia and hosts the exhibition ahead the New York in June, where it is timed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the gay civil rights movement, Stonewall.
"For the first time, my photography of Asian men will reach a wider international audience” said photographer, Norm Yip “The images tell of my search for acceptance, identity and beauty. It reveals my desires and longings as a man finding one’s self in the other.” The exhibition at RCB Photographers’ Gallery features 25 photographs taken over a 20-year period beginning in 1999 to the present.
This internationally acclaimed photographer has long been an avid pioneer in the development of fine art Asian male photography. He established ‘The Asian Male Project’ which, through his lens, presents artistic images and thought-provoking messages. Light and shadow, combine with his love for the classical form, culminating in a superb collection of artistically photographic masterpieces. Yip’s fresh outlook has captivated both Asians and Westerners alike.
BEYOND SKIN BY NORM YIP is possible with the support of James Tong, a contemporary art collector who has relationships with many contemporary galleries and artists around the world. Tong founded 37Tong in 2017 to sponsor and curate art projects related LGBT diversity and inclusion. He believes leveraging the soft-power that the art industry offers will further this social movement for understanding and inclusion of the LGBT community.
Now that the Civil partnership bill has undergone with the Thai Government, the time is right for Thai people to openly discuss marriage equality. River City Bangkok, a space for contemporary art in Bangkok’s vibrant Creative District, is pleased to be a part of this constructive and positive mission by presenting the photography exhibition, BEYOND SKIN BY NORM YIP.
Ten percent of the purchase price from each photograph sold during the exhibition will be donated to APCOM Foundation, Thailand. APCOM advocate for issues on HIV particularly amongst gay men, and also to advance the rights, health and well-being of people of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics in Asia Pacific.
BEYOND SKIN BY NORM YIP is a thought-provoking insight into the Asian male form and lifestyle. Discover and express your support from April 10 until May 31 at RCB Photographer’s Gallery, 2nd floor River City Bangkok. Admission Free.
Now that the Civil partnership bill has undergone with the Thai Government, the time is right for Thai people to openly discuss marriage equality. River City Bangkok, a space for contemporary art in Bangkok’s vibrant Creative District, is pleased to be a part of this constructive and positive mission by presenting the photography exhibition, BEYOND SKIN BY NORM YIP.
Ten percent of the purchase price from each photograph sold during the exhibition will be donated to APCOM Foundation, Thailand. APCOM advocate for issues on HIV particularly amongst gay men, and also to advance the rights, health and well-being of people of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics in Asia Pacific.
BEYOND SKIN BY NORM YIP is a thought-provoking insight into the Asian male form and lifestyle. Discover and express your support from April 10 until May 31 at RCB Photographer’s Gallery, 2nd floor River City Bangkok. Admission Free.
