THE STUDY OF CONCEPT AND ROLE OF ART MAGAZINE IN THAILAND FROM THE LATE 1970S TO 2000S IN CONTEMPORARY ART IN THAILAND

Abstract

This research article aims to study the concept and role of art magazines in Thailand from the late 1970s to 2000s, examining their influence on Contemporary Art in Thailand.  The study applies a historical research framework to analyze primary and secondary sources, complemented by interviews with key informants from the Thai art magazine industry as case studies. The findings indicate that during the 1970s to 2000s, art magazines served as significant channels for transmitting and disseminating ideas, knowledge, and Information within the contemporary art circle. They played a crucial role in promoting artists and their artworks, fostering critical analysis, exchanging ideas, and providing art education sourced from international contexts.  This contribution has enriched the knowledge base, understanding, aesthetic experiences and artistic perspectives within the art circles. Throughout the study period, art magazines supported artists, artist groups, art galleries, exhibitions, competitions, and contributed to public awareness of art educational institutions’ concepts and policies.  They provided essential spaces for artistic expression and other related activities, thereby contributing significantly to the development and dissemination of art in Thailand.