Miguel Delie's 'Beyond the Sugar Clouds' @ ChimChim
Chim Chim's Artist-in-Residence programme continues to serve as a bridge between Bangkok's vibrant local art scene and global audiences, offering a platform for both emerging and established talents to showcase their work in a dynamic setting.
This season, Chim Chim welcomes Belgian mixed-media artist Miguel Delie, whose exhibition, "Beyond the Sugar Clouds," transforms the restaurant into a whimsical, candy-coloured wonderland. Drawing from childhood nostalgia, Delie reimagines beloved characters such as SpongeBob and Doraemon through bold sculptural compositions that combine vibrant colours and familiar forms with unexpected juxtapositions. Using found objects and toys, Delie creates intricate sculptural compositions that evoke both joy and introspection.
At first glance, Delie's works appear as colourful, fantastical worlds. On closer inspection, they reveal intricate layers of detail, with childhood memorabilia like figurines, action figures, and toys intricately assembled to reimagine their original context. "The origins of these objects are stripped away, allowing their emotional weight to be released and replaced with pure joy," Delie explains. "Through this, I invite viewers to momentarily escape the demands of daily life and reconnect with a carefree past."
Internationally recognised, Delie has exhibited at venues such as Düsseldorf's NRW Forum and China's Deji Art Museum. His playful yet thought-provoking style makes him a sought-after figure in the global contemporary art scene.
About Miguel Delie – Artist in Residence
Miguel Delie, born in 1983 in Torhout, Belgium, is a visionary mixed-media artist renowned for his vibrant reimaginings of childhood nostalgia. A graduate of the Art Academy in Bruges, Delie spent years as a stylist before dedicating himself to creating art that awakens forgotten memories. His distinctive works, blending toys and found objects into bold sculptural compositions, have captured the attention of notable collectors, including electronic music icon Don Diablo, celebrated chef Alessandro Borghese, and Formula 1 driver Nelson Piquet. Delie's exhibitions have graced international venues, from Düsseldorf's NRW Forum to China's Deji Art Museum, with an upcoming installation at Milan's prestigious Cavalli Club.
