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Three lives, three canvases, each painting their art through the rhythm of different careers.
Art isn’t just found in galleries or theatres; it’s in the spaces we move through, the meals we eat, the images we capture, and the stories we tell. A choreographer orchestrates the motions. A chef tells stories through flavour and plate design. A designer builds meaning with vision. Art lingers in their choices, their gestures, their tools.
In this Friday Future Lister edition, we meet three individuals who embody this belief, blending art into the core of their careers and daily routines.
Shone Puipia: Tailoring Tradition into Contemporary Luxury
Shone Puipia, son of renowned artists Chatchai Puipia and Pinaree Sanpitak, has become synonymous with a vision of contemporary luxury where storytelling blends with precise tailoring and innovative use of materials, including recycled textiles. A graduate of the prestigious Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp, Belgium, he launched SHONE PUIPIA, a brand that offers crafted designs including clothing, shoes, and accessories, focused on sophisticated silhouettes, distinct colour combinations, and refined fabrication.
His latest creative triumph came with a symbolic collaboration in Brussels: designing a bespoke outfit for the city’s beloved Manneken Pis statue, a cheeky symbol of the Belgian capital and the European Union. This marks the first official wardrobe change for the statue in 30 years, made even more meaningful as Shone chose to highlight Thailand’s textile heritage. Using two prized GI (Geographical Indication) Thai fabrics, Lamphun silk with its elegant raised patterns and Maejam woven cotton from Chiang Mai, Shone reimagined these traditional materials into a fresh, modern design imbued with subtle humour and layered meaning. The skirt is playfully lifted, the concept “Spot the Rabbit, Pick the Flower” whispering stories of whimsy and cultural dialogue.
Shone’s design challenges norms. The Manneken Pis, a male figure, dons a skirt and bow-adorned top, an eloquent expression of gender fluidity and inclusivity that resonates with today’s evolving conversations around identity. Through his work, Shone continues to redefine what it means to carry tradition forward and meaning into every stitch.
From Grandmother’s Kitchen to Culinary Canvas: The Artful World of Pitchakorn “Chef Pop” Ramabut
In the hands of Pitchakorn “Chef Pop” Ramabut, food becomes more than nourishment; it becomes art. Every plate she creates carries brushstrokes of memory, heritage, and vision. Raised in a family where the language of love was spoken through home-cooked meals, Chef Pop found her calling in the quiet rhythm of kitchens. Her earliest culinary mentor is her grandmother, a woman whose hands remembered the wisdom of Thai cuisine in every stir and seasoning.
“What will always motivate me is my belief that food has the power to bring happiness to people. This conviction is what continues to drive and inspire me in my culinary journey.”
For Chef Pop, food is far more than nourishment–it is memory, tradition, and a quiet act of care. She revealed that, for her, cooking is a way of creating happiness both for others and for herself. Each plate reflects her heritage, artistry, and thoughtful intention. Today, she leads Adhoc not merely as a chef, but as a visionary, blending time-honoured Thai roots with a forward-thinking approach to sustainability. From supporting local farmers to reimagining food waste, every detail speaks of her deep respect for the land and culture she holds dear.
Suteesak Dr. Joe Pakdeeteva: Inspiring a New Generation Through Dance, Discipline, and Creativity
Suteesak “Dr. Joe” Pakdeeteva DFA is a pillar of Thailand’s performing arts, known not only for his mastery in dance and choreography but also for his heartfelt dedication as a teacher and mentor. Over more than 30 years, Dr. Joe has nurtured generations of young talents, inspiring them to find their own voice and passion in music and dance.
His remarkable journey began with a childhood fascination for the delicate tutu and the grace of ballet–a curiosity that led him to break societal norms by pursuing classical ballet training at a time when male dancers were rare in Thailand. Joe’s classical training expanded into modern dance, contemporary movement, and theatrical choreography, allowing him to blend tradition with innovation. He began designing choreography for major productions, becoming the creative force behind musicals at the Muangthai Rachadalai Theatre and collaborating with legendary performers like Bird Thongchai McIntyre. But even as his professional acclaim grew, Joe never strayed from his identity as a teacher.
For over three decades at St. John’s School, he served as choir master and mentor, founding Thailand’s first youth choir to compete on international stages. Under his leadership, the choir earned Thailand’s first gold medal at the World Choir Games in 2006, a milestone that placed Thai talent on the global map. Joe’s holistic approach combined voice training with movement and storytelling.
“I’m proud to be a teacher. Teaching takes place both inside and outside the classroom. My life feels complete when I see my students succeed.”
Today, as a National Artist in Performing Arts (International Dance), Suteesak “Joe” Pakdeeteva continues to inspire with warmth, wisdom, and authenticity. To the next generation, he offers a message both tender and empowering:
“Not perfect, but good enough. We don’t have to be perfect, but just to be good enough.”
In a world often chasing perfection, Dr. Joe reminds us that sincerity, creativity, and courage are more than enough to create beauty, and to leave a legacy.
