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Local Artists Complete Six New Murals Throughout Chatuchak Markets
Community creators contribute to projects including six new murals completed by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration after a dedicated contest.
How we reported this
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration completed six mural projects along Khlong Prem Prachakorn in Chatuchak following the street art contest titled Khlong Prem Prachakorn at Chatuchak, and the murals are now open to visitors.
Contest Produces Canal-Side Works
Local artists entered the contest organised by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration to produce the six murals that line the waterway in Chatuchak. The resulting pieces reflect contributions from participants who responded to the call for street art along this specific stretch. These installations stand as direct outcomes of the competition process and remain accessible for public viewing without additional barriers reported in the project details.
Market Booths and Live Sessions Showcase Creators
Chatuchak Weekend Market Section 7 operates as an open-air space where local artists display hundreds of original wall paintings, murals and sculptures available for purchase or commission. An Art Street Group conducts painting, drawing and body art sessions at the market every Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. These regular activities allow visitors to observe artists at work and connect directly with the individuals producing the pieces on site.
Nearby Locations Feature Changing Displays
Chaloemla Park in the Ratchathewi district near Chatuchak holds the local designation of Bangkok's Graffiti Park, where vibrant murals appear and shift as new artists add their contributions over time. Train tracks close to the Chatuchak Weekend Market also receive frequent additions of graffiti and street art, though visitors receive advice to exercise caution when approaching that area. The combination of fixed contest murals, market-based production and these adjacent spots illustrates how multiple local creators sustain the visible street art presence across connected locations.
People interested in the scene can start at the Khlong Prem Prachakorn murals completed after the contest, then move to Section 7 of the market during weekend hours to watch the Art Street Group and view available works. The park and track areas provide further examples of ongoing artist activity, with the same emphasis on observing rather than disturbing active sites. This approach lets viewers see the direct results of local participation without requiring special arrangements beyond standard market access.