Fahsai Chainarong, a multidisciplinary artist born in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, currently studies and resides in Wellington, New Zealand. She creates performative installations that utilise technology to recognise the coexistence of microbes and humans. She is fascinated by the intersection of nature, humanity, and the need for connection, culminating in time-based artworks.

Her practice has ventured into the technological realm, with plant- facilitated audio synthesis and performative installations that necessitate active audience participation. Rekindling her connection to her Buddhist foundations, she embraces the philosophy of self-reflection, balancing the individual with the community and transforming sound into an art piece that evokes emotional and physical reactions from participants. Her experience of self-doubt while striving for public engagement have prompted her to delve into the root of her uncertainty and encourage introspection, which inspires her to practice contemplation and seek a more profound understanding of Buddhism.

Chainarong aspires to turn her journey into a form of artistic expression. During GlogauAIR’s open studios, attendees will experience a sound installation presented in video format, featuring her latest creations developed during this residency. This project enriches her artistic practice while promoting self-preservation and providing soothing comfort through sound and space.