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亞歷克斯.費斯(Alex Face)本名 Patcharapol Tangruen,是來自泰國的著名街頭藝術家,以其具代表性的三眼兔角色「Mardi」聞名。Mardi 的靈感來自於藝術家初為人父的經歷,他透過這個角色表達對孩子未來的憂慮與期許。Mardi 有著天真而略帶憂鬱的表情,頭上第三隻眼睛則象徵著超越現實的感知能力與心靈深度,這使得角色在溫柔中透露出獨特的張力。

亞歷克斯.費斯的藝術風格受到西方次文化、嘻哈文化與泰國本土文化的影響,他不拘泥於傳統藝術形式,積極將創作融入城市環境,並利用街頭塗鴉表現社會議題及個人情感。他認為藝術應該被廣泛分享,而非侷限於畫廊或博物館中,因此選擇街頭作為創作舞台,以打破藝術與觀眾之間的藩籬。他的作品充滿夢幻般的意象與奇幻的故事性,常以超現實的色彩表現泰國獨特的文化特質。

亞歷克斯.費斯的作品曾在多個國際藝術平台展出,包括曼谷 CityCity Gallery 的個展《Alive》,以及羅芙奧藝術拍賣會等。他不僅專注於平面塗鴉創作,也擴展至大型雕塑及裝置藝術,如《The Gardener》這樣的大型銅雕,充滿著對自然生命與人類未來的思考。

Alex Face, born Patcharapol Tangruen, is a prominent Thai street artist whose signature character, “Mardi,” encapsulates the complex emotions of fatherhood, blending innocence with a sense of unease. Influenced by hip-hop culture, Western subculture, and Thai folklore, Alex Face employs his art to bridge the gap between urban expression and traditional aesthetics. Through Mardi’s third eye—a symbol of heightened perception—Alex Face delves into themes of societal critique and personal introspection, using vibrant colors and surreal imagery to comment on contemporary social issues and human vulnerability.

His works, including graffiti murals and large-scale sculptures, explore the intersection of art and environment, emphasizing that art should transcend gallery walls and become accessible to everyone. His sculptures, like The Gardener, present a dialogue between nature and humanity, reflecting a deep concern for the future of our environment and society. Alex Face’s international exhibitions, such as Alive at Bangkok’s CityCity Gallery, showcase his ability to evoke powerful narratives that challenge conventional artistic boundaries, making him a unique voice in contemporary street art.

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