Landscapes and Sentiments

Bernie’s solo exhibition at the Art and Culture Center, Thepsatri Rajhabat University, Lopburi, has been a success as it was planned to be. The exhibition is composed of six series of three major media, Acrylic, Watercolour, and Oil Paintings.

The six different series of different media has been carefully prepared by Bernie that each group would compliment to each other, composing the The Landscape and Sentiments art exhibition. Landscapes, flowers, and abstract works were included portraying Bernie’s way of thinking in life and how landscapes affect him as a human being.

Ajarn Prachak Chindamat on Bernie’s left hand side, was the concert master for the Saraburi Community Orchestra. The orchestra performed some pieces to open and continued on while the exhibition was going on. The exhibition gave a unique kind of vibe as music from the orchestra played along while people were viewing around and looking at the works of Bernie.

Ajarn Wilaiwan Chumpirun opened Bernie’s exhibition with her speech of kind words, giving the exhibition blessings from her office as it will run from January 10-31 of 2013.

Dr. Kanya Kongsungneum was invited by Ajarn Wilaiwan to translate her speech into English from the Thai language since the opening of the exhibition was attended by different nationalities.

Dr. Phakdee Mangmiwatthana was an invited guest as he also gave his kind words to introduce the Ali Bernie Buga-ay to the audience who attended his exhibition.

Arpha helping out Ajarn Wilaiwan as she cuts the ribbon to open the exhibition as joined by Bernie, Dr. Phakdee, Dr. Adi, and Ajarn Pitiwat.

Arts and music appreciation teacher having a photo together with Ajarn Wilaiwan and Bernie.

An artist friend who had an exhibition at the same center a few months ago.

Dr. Adi and Arpha having a photo together. Dr. Adi introduced Dr. Phakdee as the guest speaker.

Dr. Adi with an American friend.

Dr. Kanya Kongsungneum and Arpha-smiling moments.

Bernie giving some explanation about a painting and how has it been done and how it affects the viewer as sentiments.

Ajarn Pitiwat Klumnak is also an art lover and in fact he is one of the board members of the Arts and Culture Center of the Thepsatri Rajhabat University. He has been active in organizing shows regarding arts.

A  group photo of Dg Arts & Crafts together with (from the left to the right)  Khun Mae, Khun Nok,  Ajarn Pitiwat, Ajarn Wilaiwan, Khun Jet, Arts Appreciation Teacher, and Khun Arpha.

Dr. Phakdee and his audience as he introduced Bernie.

Having fun with an artist friend.

Arts and Culture Center Staff who helped us in the ribbon cutting…

Andreia Claudette Buga-ay, Bernie’s daughter who helped and performed for the exhibition.

Glenn Steward Buga-ay, bother of Bernie and he also helped out in the exhibition and the workshop. He was there all the time as he did a lot.  

Bernie showing and explaining an acrylic series to Ajarn Wilaiwan and Dr. Phakdee.

Bernie receiving a gift from the Dg Arts and Crafts from Khun Nok, Khun Jet, and Khun Mae.

Acrylic products displayed…

Words are not enough!

Bernie would like to thank  Ajarn Wilaiwan Chumpirun for allowing Bernie to have his show at the Arts and Culture Center of the Thepsatri Rajhabat University. Khun Malinee Anchuleeporn for supporting Bernie with art materials and the Dg Arts and Crafts staff to assist him in his workshops. Dr. Kanya Kongsungneum for having the speeches translated to English as she was invited by Ajarn Wilaiwan. Dr. Phakdee Mangmiwatthana for introducing Bernie and Dr. Adilino Libato for introducing Dr. Phakdee as the guest speaker.

Thanks to Saraburi Community Orchestra and Ajarn Prachak Chindamat for preparing the orchestra to perform in the exhibition. Violins: Sang (1st violin), Ong (2nd violin). Violas: Khun Jum, Jun, Am, Praew, and Gainee. Cello: Andreia. Thanks also to the parents who has been supporting your kids in learn their instruments and also giving them the right exposure as you believed in Bernie and Ajarn Prachak.

Thanks a lot Khun Malinee and the Dg Arts & Crafts for everything!

Finally, thanks to my family. Bernie’s loving wife Arpha; she had planned and executed so many ideas for the exhibition. She has there all the time. Andreia, was helping a lot in making things happen and putting things in place. Glenn, thanks a lot for being there all the time as needed as a family.