SHWE THEIN
BIOGRAPHY
Shwe Thein is a highly acclaimed and talented contemporary artist hailing from Myanmar. Born in 1981 in Rakhine state, he received formal training at the State School of Fine Art in Yangon from 2001 to 2004, where he was taught by renowned artists such as Mon Thet, U Than Kyawe, U Kyaw Ohn, U Kyaw Than, U Myint Maung, U Win Tint, U Myint Naing, and U Kyaw Thu Rein.
Shwe Thein is best known for his stunning traditional Arakan sailboat paintings that showcase his remarkable ability to capture the essence of the Arakanese culture through the interplay of light, color, and elements such as sky, water, and boats. He uses color as a key component in his work, creating a sense of harmony and completeness by seamlessly blending different elements together. Shwe Thein’s incredible color combinations and bold brushstrokes evoke a sense of energy and movement, bringing his scenes to life.
Throughout his career, Shwe Thein has participated in over 40 group exhibitions both in Myanmar and overseas, showcasing his work in countries such as Thailand, Indonesia, Taipei, France, Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam. He has also held several successful solo exhibitions, including “The Burma Hues” (2011), “Expression of Freedom” (2014), and “Small Travel Memories” (2020).
Shwe Thein’s paintings offer a fresh perspective on the relationship between humanity and nature, reminding us of our past and ongoing connection with boats and the journeys they represent. He masterfully blends light, color, and brushstrokes to create dynamic, thought-provoking pieces that embody the beauty and fleeting nature of life. With his exceptional talent and unique vision, Shwe Thein is a true inspiration to art lovers and collectors around the world.
EXHIBITING HISTORY
Exhibitions in Myanmar (more than 40 group exhibitions since 2004)
2004 Color Stream Art Exhibition, Yangon
2004 Color Stream 2nd Art Exhibition, Yangon
2005 Color Stream 3rd Art Exhibition, Yangon
2005 Color Stream 4th Art Exhibition, Yangon
2005 The Breeze Art Exhibition, Yangon
2006 Color Stream 5th Art Exhibition, Yangon
2007 “no-08” Art Exhibition, Yangon
2007 Color Stream 6th Art Exhibition, Yangon
2008 Memorial Nargis Group Show, Yangon
2008 Color Stream 7th Art Exhibition, Yangon
2009 Prelude to Winner Art Exhibition, Yangon
2009 Apostrophe Art Gallery, Yangon
2009 Color Stream 8th Art Exhibition, Yangon
2009 Color Stream 9th Art Exhibition, Yangon
2010 Colorful Pastels Art Exhibition, Yangon
2011 Color Stream 10th Art Exhibition, Yangon
2011 Snow Set Contemporary, Yangon
2012 Sule Aein Exhibition Opening, Yangon
2012 Art Field – 4th Art Exhibition, Yangon
2013 Absolute Art Group Exhibition, Yangon
2014 No Rule Art Exhibition
2014 Golden Land Art Exhibition
2014 Color Stream 11th Art Exhibition, Lokanat Galleries, Yangon
2015 3rd Northern Breeze Group Art Exhibition, Myanmar Artists Organization
2015 Save and Save Art Exhibition, The Yangon Gallery, Yangon
2016 10/10 Anniversary Exhibitions, River Gallery, Yangon
2017 Yangon Art Expo 2017, Junction City Tower, Yangon
2017 Myanmar 2050, River Gallery Artists Annual Exhibition, River Gallery,
2008-2018 Memorial of Grandmaster U Thu Kha Exhibition, Yangon
2018 Sketch of Chin Hill Exhibition, Yangon
2018 Studio Opening Exhibition, North Dagon, Yangon
Abroad Exhibitions
2015 Five Colors, Group show, Chingmai, Thailand
2015 MFA , Group show, Indonesia
2015 MFA, Group Show, Taipei
2016 Busan Art Festival, Seoul, Korea
2016 Korean Culture Exchange and Exhibition, Busan, Korea
2016 Artha Gallery, Group Show, France
2016 Culture Exchange, Group Show, Malaysia
2016 Pulau Ketam Art Festival, Malaysia
2017 Affordable Art Fair, Singapore
2018 Culture Exchange and Exhibition in Vietnam
Solo Exhibitions
2011 The Burma Hues, Solo Exhibition, Yangon
2014 Shwe Thein, Solo Exhibition, Pansodan Scene, art, culture, events, Yangon
2014 Expression of freedom, Solo Exhibition, BKK, Thailand
2015 Enlightenment Sampans, Solo exhibition, BKK, Thailand
2015 North Wind, Solo exhibition, Yangon
2018 Unlocking The Potentials, Solo Exhibition, Yangon
2020 Small Travel Memories, Solo Exhibition, Yangon
2020 Off to the Field of Hope, New Frontier Art Gallery, Makati, Phillipines
Other achievements
Overseas Experience
2016 One week culture exchange program in S/Korea.
2016 2 weeks culture exchange program and workshop in Malaysia