Asian Art Century — 2nd Edition
Where cultures meet, opportunities grow.
About
Asian Art Century is a non-profit initiative founded by Corrado Ferretti and co-founder Alberto Cosi, Italian Consul in Chiang Mai, in collaboration with the Italian Institute of Culture in Bangkok, Paratissima, Share and Project-To, and the support of CAMT (College of Arts, Media and Technology at CMU).
Our mission is to build a platform for emerging Asian artists — fostering cultural exchange and new opportunities by building bridges between Thailand and Italy.
Participation is free of charge, ensuring access, visibility and inclusion for emerging artists across Asia.
Our Italian Partners
Paratissima is more than just an event. Since 2005, they have been supporting independent artists and professionals in the arts and culture, growing into a major annual event for unrepresented artists to be seen by galleries and collectors across Europe.
Share Project fosters the encounter between creativity and technology and supports artistic research in the digital field. It is an inclusive and accessible cultural platform where art, science and technology become tools for understanding society and imagining futures.
Download Share presentation
Resonant Frequencies is an artistic project where digital music and visuals are created to provide an immersive audiovisual performance, by the duo Riccardo Mazza and Laura Pol. The work explores the relationship between the technology of sound and image, sensory perception, and the spiritual dimension.
Download Project-To presentation2026 Edition · Theme
Between Spirit and Matter
KOSMOS derives from the Greek word meaning the universe, or the totality of the world. Beyond its physical meaning, KOSMOS represents a system shaped by relationships, harmony and interdependence.
This edition explores the idea that spirit and matter are not opposites, but interconnected dimensions coexisting within a single structure. Human beings are not external observers of the universe — they are active participants within it, bound to its rhythms, energies, and transformations.
Asian Art Century invites contemporary artists to reflect on how artistic creation can function as a connecting force — linking the individual to the collective, the visible to the invisible, the physical to the immaterial, and the human to the cosmic.
Open Call
All artists with experimental and innovative approaches. A free exhibition space of 2 linear meters is provided for each selected artist, with support for installation.
The call is open to a wide range of contemporary artistic practices:
The call is open to emerging and established artists working in contemporary art practices. Individual artists and collectives are welcome to apply.
What the winners will get
Selected from Asian Art Century — 2nd Edition will receive full support to:
Impact
We are a platform dedicated to emerging and mid-career Asian artists, offering the opportunity to present experimental artistic practices in an international context — free of charge.
The platform is powered by a strong international network and driven by the vision of its founders, who are committed to giving back to Chiang Mai and Thailand.
When & Where
KOSMOS — LIVE Festival
KOSMOS activates a fully live art zone at One Nimman, one of Chiang Mai's most prestigious public spaces. Painting, sound and digital media are presented in real time, transforming art into an integral part of the space and inviting the audience to actively engage in the process.
Day 1 · 7 February
11:00 — 22:00
Watch guest artists create artworks in real time, from the first sketch to the final touches. Stop by anytime and enjoy the process up close.
Featuring: Narin Phothisombat (TH) · Seksan Singon (TH) · Jirayu Yuktanandana (TH) · Phattharakon Singthong (TH) · Tanyalak Meechumna (TH)
18:30 / 20:30
Performed by Wave Pongruengkiat (TH) and Padung Jumpan (TH). A contemporary dance piece exploring the spirit of KHWAN through movement and emotion — immersive, powerful, and one-of-a-kind.
1st round 18:30 — 19:00 · 2nd round 20:30 — 21:00
Day 2 · 8 February
11:00 — 18:00
Watch the performative painters finish their works, then stay for the moment where they share the concept and story behind each painting. A chance to see the full process and understand what each piece is truly expressing.
18:30 / 20:30
By Riccardo Mazza (IT). Listen to the hidden voices of the living world. Each plant, each element becomes a unique sound. Through sensors and algorithms, the garden transforms into a living composition — inviting you to touch, hear and feel the invisible music of life.
1st round 18:30 — 19:00 · 2nd round 20:30 — 21:00
KOSMOS — Exhibition Festival
The main exhibition brings together a curated selection of artworks by participating artists, presented alongside a dynamic program of performance art, talks, workshops and special activities.
Throughout the four days, visitors are invited to experience art across multiple formats — creating a space for dialogue, experimentation and shared exploration.
Glimpses
People
2025 · First Edition
The 21st century marked the flourishing of Asian countries, and South East Asia emerged as a central player on the art world stage. The first edition of Asian Art Century, titled Asia 2.0 — Transforming Identities, took place from 31 January to 2 February 2025 at the Weave Artisan Society in Chiang Mai.
With the participation of
