Thailand’s National Artist Chalermchai reveals retirement plans

“I will retire and live peacefully when I am 70 because it is enough for me,” the celebrated artist said.

Chalermchai’s paintings have been exhibited worldwide and he is known for his use of Buddhist imagery in his creations.

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He was honoured as a National Artist in 2011 by Thailand's National Culture Commission.

Among his works is Wat Rong Khun, an ornate white Buddhist temple being built in his native Chiang Rai province. Work on the temple was started in 1997, and still continues.