Children's Painting Class in Bangkok : Article by Jariya Kiranantawat

Jariya Kiranantawat teaches porcelain painting, with the American technique, to adults in her studio in Bangkok. Powder colours are mixed into open oil and pieces are fired at 800°C.

Jariya’s studio also has a painting class for children. On the pictures of this double page, 8-year old Grace, 9-year old Nick and 11-year old Bomb introduce their pieces of work. Their mothers often visit the studio to see their children’s progress.

Jariya teaches the children what is known as the European technique. She starts with drawing and free sketching of the pictures onto the surface of porcelain. Then, brushwork is practiced. Colour theory and picture design are also part of the teaching program.

The children paint with to us familiar ready mixed Pebeo porcelain colours. They are “baked” fixed onto the surface of porcelain at 150°C. Familiar flowers, butterflies, pets and children are used for themes. They are welcome presents for family and friends.


Grace and her mother.

Bomb with his mother.