Battambang’s art scene is on the rise. With contemporary shows attracting international attention and a Phnom Penh gallery dedicated to showcasing work from the town, Ellie Dyer and Michael Sloan meet some of those working at its heart. Photographs by Conor Wall.
Cambodian Living Arts is working with young and old alike to keep cultural traditions alive and revive art forms that were almost wiped out during the Khmer Rouge. Following the launch of a new season of dance shows at the National Museum, Seth Emmanuel Rinoza talks to its director Phloeun Prim. Pho...
The fourth PhotoPhnomPenh festival kicks off at the end of the month. Amongst the many international photographers featured, one young Cambodian looks set to stand out. Khvay Samnang talks with AsiaLIFE.
A graduate of the National University of Fine Arts, Khvay Samnang turned his eye to photograp...
A band of creatives is setting out to put Battambang art on the radar, beginning with a current exhibition in Siem Reap. Nicky McGavin speaks with two of the group’s vibrant young artists. Photos of Chhon Ravy paintings provided by Trotchaek Pneik.
The country’s publishing scene may pale in comparison to those in neighbouring countries, but a few fresh fiction and nonfiction from local and international authors merit a bookshop run. With no shortage of spellbinding stories to choose from, Lindsay Muscato rounds up some recently-published vol...
