Cholladee Jampathom, aka 'ChollCholl,' is a Thai artist and illustrator. She was born in Bangkok, Thailand, in September 1989. She graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Communication Arts and a Master's degree in Graphic Branding & Identity."
Although she did not graduate directly in the field of art or have a background in this area, she has been interested in and passionate about drawing since childhood. Additionally, her parents also have a love for art and music, which has led them to support her artistic journey all along.
She began to focus more intensively on her artistic career in the past few years. Her interests tend to focus on inner growth, nature, and the subtle nuances of being human. Therefore, her work often contains elements that reflect thoughts, inner states, and the journey of understanding and discovering one’s own identity.
Her work tells the story of inner growth through her own experiences and perspectives.She communicates this journey through the full life cycle of a butterfly, divided into three stages. In the first stage, she symbolizes youth, freshness, excitement, and hope as one embarks on a journey. This is represented by a caterpillar dreaming and painting its aspirations on its own wings.
As we grow, we inevitably face changes within our minds, filled with confusion, uncertainty, and a sense of being lost. At times, we may not want to or feel ready to grow, unwilling to step out of the protective cocoon that shields us.
Eventually, even after growing and overcoming confusion and anxiety, emerging as a beautiful butterfly with wings spread wide, the process of growth continues, along with new obstacles and challenges that test us. If we compare it to butterfly wings, they may be beautiful, yet marked by scars, rips, and many imperfections. They might not be flawless, but they are unique and meaningful in their own way. This, in turn, is what gives our growth its value.
Another series of works she created involves embracing and reflecting on her own flaws, which she produced to celebrate Pride Month. She expresses six of her personal flaws through her art, aiming to empower and encourage others to accept their own weaknesses as well. Whether positive or negative, these flaws are part of what shapes us into who we are.
In November, she was selected as one of the artists to participate in the ‘100+ Asia Art Season 2024’ exhibition in Shenzhen, China. This Asian art festival was held to promote the diversity of artistic and cultural expressions of artists from across Asia.