Khon Kaen, b. unknown

‘Munins’ or Munin Saiprasart (Born in 1988), stands as an acclaimed artist, writer, and illustrator with a reputation spanning over a decade. Her passion for comics ignited in childhood, kindling dreams of mastering the art of drawing. Life, however, took a detour as she pursued studies in the Faculty of Architecture at Khon Kaen University. Post-graduation, Munins redirected her path to pursue what she genuinely loved – cartoon drawing. Starting with grayscale graphic novels, she wove tales of diverse relationships, resonating with warmth, tenderness, and a touch of romance. Munins’s standout quality lies in her ability to breathe life into characters that communicate emotions and feelings so profoundly that readers are left feeling as if her creations exist in the tangible realm. This evokes a sense of attachment and connection, weaving an intricate bond between the audience and her characters. In addition to the captivating strokes that captivate the viewers, Munins is also a wordsmith extraordinaire, skillfully conveying both joy and sorrow simultaneously. This dual mastery has earned her a legion of book enthusiasts, propelling her to become a writer and illustrator with a Facebook following of over 600,000 avid fans. Embarking on a journey from the realms of comic writing, Munins made a foray into the fine arts scene in 2022 with the exhibition “B-Side” at Palette Art Space. Here, she showcased both digital works and NFTs. Following this, Munins continued to make waves with collective exhibitions like “Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer’s Day?” (2022) and “To the Moon and (Never) Back” (2023) at River City Bangkok. Her first solo exhibition “Blackout” (2024) that marked a significant turning point in Munins’s artistic career as she pushed her creative boundaries, crafting works that grew more daring and challenged her own artistic limits. Munins chose to narrate life stories and relationships in an unconventional, rare format, drawing directly from her own experiences. The predominant use of black, a color she once avoided for its stark clarity, added depth to her compositions. Additionally, Munins experimented with previously unexplored color palettes, coupled with a transformative shift in her creative process. Formerly centered on structured storytelling, her approach evolved into a form of liberated drawing, allowing emotions to guide lines and leading her into uncharted dimensions. Notably, many pieces in the exhibition emerged from Munins’s semi-conscious or blackout stages, aligning seamlessly with the very essence of the exhibition’ title. The Blackout exhibition has received an excellent response from viewers and collectors.