Tapestry Installation - Rautenstrauch-Joest Museum RJM Cologne, Germany - 2023 - The large-scale textual installation was made from discarded Buddhist monk textiles collected by Eda Phanlert Sriprom. The project pays homage to the artist’s beloved Buddha and his teachings, which are both a symbol of love. The installation will be presented in a public space where all visitors are invited to have an intimate experience with the Buddha, by physically engaging with the installation and eventually being transported into a direct experience of his teachings and wisdom. One of the noble truths about Buddhism is that we must be and live in the present. The artist’s vision is to inspire visitors into self-realization, to reflect, and question the meaning of love beyond material forms, shapes, or colors – which is one of the most essential teachings of the Buddha. Buddhism teaches that love is like the air we breathe, it’s the most essential part of life. Air is free and accessible, but we take it for granted, we value materialism/Hermes more than the love that is in the air.