Sawadee Khrap
From Feb 1, 2018 No more smoking allowed on 24 of the most popular beaches in Thailand. And finally a substantial fine for ignoring the law.
Ciao
A Snippet of Gay Life in Thailand
Sawadee Khrap
From Feb 1, 2018 No more smoking allowed on 24 of the most popular beaches in Thailand. And finally a substantial fine for ignoring the law.
Ciao
Sawadee Khrap
As the story continues – but hang in there – the wheels are rolling.
Ciao
Sawadee Khrap
Just a matter of time till the Gov’t decided it was a cash crop and would aid the medical tourists. Soon. Full story at Thai Rath
Ciao
Sawadee Khrap
With all this bullshit about the Russians meddling in our elections – this has been entirely forgotten. The teardrop Monument presented to the US by the Russians after the 9/11 destruction.
Here you can read the full story at the official web page
Our Gov’t has completely ignored it or just covered it up – I haven’t heard one comment or saw one photo of it on any new cast – yet all this bullshit about collusion. When will we take politics out of being a profession and return it to being service to the people. Thanks Kevin for pointing this out.
Ciao
Sawadee Khrap
Today we took a ride to Doi Inthanon, highest mountain in Thailand.
Up there are temples dedicated to the Queen and late King. After that we stopped at a couple of waterfalls on the way back to Chiang Mai. So here is some of the photos taken:
Sawadee Khrap
Wow, I didn’t realize how long it’s been since I visited venues in the area and posted about them – lost in my painting. Today I went with a couple of friends to Papa’s Garden in Doi SaKet for lunch. Great food and surroundings. A little way off the beaten path but well worth it. They grow, hydroponically, their own salads and served fresh. Walked around the facilities and this would be a great place to stay for a family. Something for the kids and relaxing for the parents.
Ciao
Sawadee Khrap
My car is in the shop and I am relativity stranded in my condo, thinking about the last time I was at Sai Kaew beach in Sattahip. Went there with a friend and he wanted to race me to the water – this image comes to mind. So here is a 20 by 30 inch acrylic oil painting, or at least what I remembered it was like. I know I’ll miss going there.
Ciao
Sawadee Khrap
Never miss seeing the “Wat Rong Khun – The White Temple†when you visit the Chiang Rai area. Located 15 KM before you arrive at Chiang Rai City itself. Impressive, privately designed and re-built by Khun Kositpipat. The temple is magnificent, glowing white – quite a sight to see – and this is one of the creatures guarding the “gate of heaven†at the entrance. Not sure if this is Death or Rahu. Something new every time you visit the project. It is constantly being expanded by new works , stated to be fully completed in 2070. A 20 by 30 inch canvas acrylic oil type painting.
Ciao
Sawadee Khrap
You can find many such images as you tour the beaches of Sattahip, Thailand – South of Pattaya along the coast. many beaches and tranquil places to stop. I just loved this old boat beached there. This is my normal painting size of 20 by 30 inch canvas. And when you are down there be sure and stop at Sai Kaew Beach on the military reserve. You can see photos I’ve taken there in many past blog posts.
Ciao
Sawadee Khrap
If you ever go to Bangkok, be sure and visit “The Ancient City †in Mueang Boran. One of the monuments there is a statue of the battle when King Naresuan liberated Siam from Burmese rule – The Great battle with Phra Maha Uparaja, the Burmese Prince and son of King Nantabureng at Nong Sarai, Suphan Buri Province and declared Siam independence in May 1584 A.D. This is my vision for the final blow in a 20 by 30 inch digital painting – What do you think? – Did I do it justice? Does it bring you there?
Ciao
Sawadee Khrap
In 2003, a year before I retired, I took a trip to China – Hong Kong and Shanghai, visiting a friend there. One spot that really impressed me was Chinese city, Zhouzhuang, “Venice of Shanghai†an hour by train from Shanghai. I got some really great images during this trip and it also got me thinking about retiring to Asia. Zhouzhuang looks like a very old city but I was told by a local that the government just built it that way for tourist. Nevertheless it did give me some great photos. So I thought I would try to paint this old home setting on a watery canal. And a full size blow-up, the bicycle seemed to be the most detailed and difficult to get right The stones are easy, their straight brush marks. 20×30 in.
Ciao
Sawadee Khrap
Searching my photo collection for images that would make good paintings I came across this one, or actually two, combined to make this image. I love the large green leaf and think the white flower adds to the whole image. The beauty of painting is that I now have full control. What do you think? This is a 20 by 30 inch canvas digital.
Ciao