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Kumnooh: Cambodia arts for week commencing 17 February 2026 

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Greetings:

Event listings:

Thursday 19 at Meta House the opening of Listening, by German artists Simona Koch and Lilla von Puttkamer.  “An artistic and social project that promotes plurality and democratic values in a time of increasing authoritarian tendencies. The focus is on listening: conversations with activists and thinkers in Cambodia will be conducted on site starting in 2026 and translated into live drawings.”  From 6 pm.  An artist talk will be held on February 24 at 7.30 pm. 
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On Friday 20 at Chaktomuk Theatre, a classical concert by Cannes Appassionata (France) and students from the Royal University of Fine Arts, fusing together western classical and traditional Khmer music.  Free entrance; online registration. 
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On Saturday 21 Meta House hosts the launch of Ordinary Cambodia: Angels, Cactus, Eggs and Donuts, a new book by Nicholas Coffill.  “Coffill notices the small details of life in Cambodia and captures them beautifully in both photos and words.”  From 5.30 pm. 
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Also on Saturday 21, Hiroshima House (inside Wat Ounalom) presents the opening of Many Drops, featuring participatory artworks created by Cambodian garment workers.  “This exhibition emerges from Invisible Women, Invisible Workers, a collaborative research project focused on women’s health and safety in the global garment industry led by the University of Nottingham and funded by UK Research and Innovation.” Featuring a live performance by Messenger Band.  From 6.30 pm.  Until March 8. 
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Sunday 22 from 6 pm, Noisy Chilli Taphouse host the Comedy in Cambodia
Sunday Comedown comedy open mic. 
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Opening on February 28 at Good Wood Furniture and Décor is Cambodia in Colour, an art exhibition by Siem Reap based artist Timothy Wallace.  “It’s easy to get inspired here”, he says, “as there is just so much unique beauty everywhere”.  Also featuring a performance by Miss Sarawan.  2 pm onwards. 
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Coming in the first week of March to The Last Stage is Finding Myself (In Mirages), a 90 theatrical performance in Khmer and French (with subtitles in English and French) directed by Frederic Fisbach.  Four shows only. 
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On March 7, Khmer artist Thimy Leab hosts a creative workshop at Institut Francais – Learn How To Draw and Paint. 
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In the middle of March Phnom Penh Players present Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None. 
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Coming on March 19 to Rosewood Phnom Penh is Tonle to Treeline, an exhibition of works by Anya Minko, Ouk Chimvichet and Hom Rith.  “A journey through Cambodia’s landscapes, from river to forest.”
More info

Ongoing….

Exhibitions:  

Bophana Center
Am I Lost?, an exhibition by painter Chea Sereyroth.  “Through layered visual elements, the work reflects personal memories and emotional landscapes, offering visitors a contemplative journey into the artist’s inner world.” 
More info

Erick Gonzalez Gallery
The Essential, an exhibition of photographs by Steve Porte.  “The photographs selected by Erick González for this exhibition focus primarily on Cambodia and are brought together around several recurring elements in Steve Porte’s work: identity, social belonging, family and social bonds, and, more subtly, the country’s silent drama. Something in his work inevitably leads us to reflect on the lives, environments, and historical context of the people portrayed.  The exhibition is mainly composed of photographs by Steve Porte and is complemented by the permanent exhibition of Erick González, featuring paintings, photographs, installations, and objects.” 
More info

The Gallerist
Touk Teuv Kampong Neuv, by painter Chhim Sothy and photographer Jean-Francois Perigois.  “Through photography and painting, the exhibition explores Cambodia’s evolving landscapes, where water, land, and human presence are in constant dialogue. Touk Teuv, Kampong Neuv reflects on transformation, memory, and the fragile balance between tradition and rapid urban change.” From 6 pm.  Until March 8. 
More info

Institut Francais
An exhibition by illustrator Sera.  “Through his original artwork and reproductions of selected illustrations, (re)discover Sera’s iconic projects as a cartoonist, his work on The Anarchist, and the first glimpses of his upcoming book.”
More info

Meta House
istening, by German artists Simona Koch and Lilla von Puttkamer.  “An artistic and social project that promotes plurality and democratic values in a time of increasing authoritarian tendencies. The focus is on listening: conversations with activists and thinkers in Cambodia will be conducted on site starting in 2026 and translated into live drawings.”  An artist talk will be held on February 24 at 7.30 pm. 
More info

MiMü
Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House features research, knowledge sharing, workshops, and visual presentations through various media, showcasing videos, prints, installations, and fine arts through interactive events and live performances.  Currently on display is Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time, an exhibition featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill.
More info

Plantation
Duong’s Forest, an exhibition by Vietnamese artist Hoang Duong Bui, “a contemplative series in which the forest is envisioned as both a physical landscape and an inner realm. ”
More info

Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor (Siem Reap)
Current artist in residence is DinArt. 
More info

The River Gallery (Siem Reap)
HOLY: 25 Cambodian Artists Defining Contemporary Discourse. “This exhibition represents a sacred space, hosting 25 Cambodians from ten different provinces across the country. Many of the artists have relocated to larger cities from their homelands, yet their stories echo their upbringing.   The works presented here reflect what each deems holy—whether a deeply felt experience, a facet of something larger, or a tangible symbol of inspiration.”  Artists exhibiting: Soeng Set, Sophany Sor, Soben Hour, Channarak Thy, Narath Sorm, Kosal Son, Salone Lon, Zak Houes, Karona Hoeuy, Ponleu Prom, Kanha Hul, Prum Ero, Ratha Sengly, Touch Khchao, Hak Bor, Sophy Sou, Channy Chhoeun, Sopheak Lach, Chear Morn, Seyha Hour, Rida Srun, Sary Nou, Daro Nout, Choulay Mech and Kaeu Sreypeou.
More info

Romchiek 5 Art Space
Battambang contemporary art studio.  Rolling exhibitions.  Media: Le Petit Journal (FR)(June 2025)

R5 Showroom Phnom Penh
The Dominoes of War exhibition by Seyha Hour.  “The artist’s engagement with the theme of war began in 2022, when Russia started invasion of Ukraine. It deepened in 2024 with the genocidal war waged by Israel in Gaza, and fully took shape in 2025 during the conflict with Thailand along the Cambodian border. During this time, the artist was directly affected: his village in Oddar Meanchey region, near Ta Krabei temple, and members of his family fighting on the front line, were trapped in the violence. This intense period led to the creation of a dozen paintings, produced feverishly in less than a month.” 
More info

Rosewood Phnom Penh
TRIBE Cambodia presents Seven, featuring the worksworks of seven artists, marking seven years of Tribe and seven years of Rosewood.  The artists featured are Findac, Chan Dany, Nak Noy, Ponleu, Tito Educk, Tor Vutha and Li Mingh. 
More info

Silapak Trotchaek Pneik / YK Art House
House on Fire, story and photography by V. Rattana.  Until April 30. 

Sosoro – Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum
The current temporary exhibition is Into the Light: the retrieved painting of Phnom Penh’s Silver Pagoda, paintings rediscovered in the Preah Keo Morkot Church. Open daily (except Monday) from 9 am – 6 pm. 

SNA Arts Management
Cycle of Life, an exhibition by Tith Kanitha.  Until 20 March. 
More info

Space Four Zero
Art gallery and vinyl lounge featuring prints, paintings, vintage posters, pop art, books, CDs and rare vinyl, collectables and groovy gifts.  Open daily at new premises at #25 Street 240 near Street 19 (by The Shop and Red Apron)
More info

Stairwell Gallery
Collide:  Bold Colours. Zero Boundaries.   “An exhibition where typography, graphic design, and contemporary art crash together in a vibrant fusion of bold colour and fearless creativity.”  Featuring works Ket Monnyreak, Alex Maul and Bruce McLean.
More info

Tribe Cambodia (Siem Reap)
Permanent showroom for works of Nak Noy.
More info

Regular events, classes, sessions:

N o w h e r e Art Studio (relocated to Maloop) occasional workshops.  Next is on February 28 – Hand-Building Ceramics at Escape Music Festival, Maloop. 
More info

No Frame Party hosts weekend art workshops in a variety of forms at venues around Phnom Penh. 

More Flamingos present art workshops on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 pm at WILD. 
More info

Thursdays to Sundays at K’Atelier – art classes for all levels of experience. 
More info

A weekly class in life drawing for kids with Anastasia at Pteah Chas Community.
More info

Khmer Architecture Tours conducts Sunday architecture tours in Phnom Penh to promote the understanding of modern architecture in Cambodia, focusing on buildings erected after independence in 1953, described as ‘New Khmer Architecture’, while setting these in the historical context of Phnom Penh.  Here is the schedule for December 2025 – March 2026. 

Kumnooh was established in May 2013 as a sister publication to LengPleng.com, the online music magazine for Cambodia, to provide basically a gig guide for the wider arts, covering art galleries, literature, dance, cinema, photography and now comedy. 

Perhaps you would consider becoming a Friend of Kumnooh, where we ask venues, artists and/or individuals to show their support by making a small monetary contribution (12 months for $75, six months for $40 or three months for $25) to keep the lights on and to increase our coverage with articles and mini-profiles.  In return you receive a boost in promotion, including a non-Facebook web page on our site for direct contact with the dedicated arts audience.  Queries by return email – fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.

For a more rock’n’roll view of Phnom Penh and the wider Cambodian music scene, please check out our sister publication lengpleng.com, the long running live music gig guide.

Send a ‘subscribe’ email to fabianhipp@kumnooh.com to receive Kumnooh in your inbox every Tuesday lunchtime.

Are we missing something?  Let us know at fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.
See you about…

Fabian Hipp
Kumnooh
fabianhipp@kumnooh.com

Department of Mutual Support: Friends of LengPleng (and Kumnooh too)
Crossing over from our sister site LengPleng are supporters YK Art House and Space Four Zero.  For less than 6,000 riel a week you too could have your venue/business promoted deep into the arts audience; or you might just like to support the work being done by these two entities who trawl Facebook so you don’t have to.  For more information: fabianhipp@kumnooh.com / gigs@lengpleng.com, or bail up Scoddy wherever you see him.  

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Kumnooh: Cambodia arts for week commencing 10 February 2026 

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Greetings:

Event listings:

Opening Tuesday 10 at The Gallerist is Touk Teuv Kampong Neuv, by painter Chhim Sothy and photographer Jean-Francois Perigois.  “Through photography and painting, the exhibition explores Cambodia’s evolving landscapes, where water, land, and human presence are in constant dialogue. Touk Teuv, Kampong Neuv reflects on transformation, memory, and the fragile balance between tradition and rapid urban change.” From 6 pm.  Until March 8. 

Opening on Thursday 12 at R5 Showroom Phnom Penh is The Dominoes of War exhibition by Seyha Hour.  “The artist’s engagement with the theme of war began in 2022, when Russia started invasion of Ukraine. It deepened in 2024 with the genocidal war waged by Israel in Gaza, and fully took shape in 2025 during the conflict with Thailand along the Cambodian border. During this time, the artist was directly affected: his village in Oddar Meanchey region, near Ta Krabei temple, and members of his family fighting on the front line, were trapped in the violence. This intense period led to the creation of a dozen paintings, produced feverishly in less than a month.”  From 5 pm. 
More info

No Frame Party are offering two art events this weekend – Painting: Couple Art on at 1 pm on  Saturday 14 and Coffee Painting: Sip and Draw at 11 am on Sunday 15. 
More info

Also on Saturday 14, Sra’Art present a Sip & Paint Valentine’s special, from 6 pm. 
Register as a couple to get $5 off. 
More info

And also also on Saturday 14 at The Box Office, Comedy in Cambodia presents American comedian Dwayne Perkins.  Tickets now available.  7.30 pm. 
More info

Coming on February 19 to Meta House is Listening, by German artists Simona Koch and Lilla von Puttkamer.  “an artistic and social project that promotes plurality and democratic values in a time of increasing authoritarian tendencies. The focus is on listening: conversations with activists and thinkers in Cambodia will be conducted on site starting in 2026 and translated into live drawings.”  An artist talk will be held on February 24 at 7.30 pm. 

Ongoing….

Exhibitions:  

Bophana Center
Am I Lost?, an exhibition by painter Chea Sereyroth.  “Through layered visual elements, the work reflects personal memories and emotional landscapes, offering visitors a contemplative journey into the artist’s inner world.” 
More info

Erick Gonzalez Gallery
The Essential, an exhibition of photographs by Steve Porte.  “The photographs selected by Erick González for this exhibition focus primarily on Cambodia and are brought together around several recurring elements in Steve Porte’s work: identity, social belonging, family and social bonds, and, more subtly, the country’s silent drama. Something in his work inevitably leads us to reflect on the lives, environments, and historical context of the people portrayed.  The exhibition is mainly composed of photographs by Steve Porte and is complemented by the permanent exhibition of Erick González, featuring paintings, photographs, installations, and objects.”  
More info

The Gallerist
Touk Teuv Kampong Neuv, by painter Chhim Sothy and photographer Jean-Francois Perigois.  “Through photography and painting, the exhibition explores Cambodia’s evolving landscapes, where water, land, and human presence are in constant dialogue. Touk Teuv, Kampong Neuv reflects on transformation, memory, and the fragile balance between tradition and rapid urban change.” From 6 pm.  Until March 8. 
More info

GAATO Cafe des Arts
A Journey in Layers, an exhibition of paintings by Jasmine Lee. 
More info

Institut Francais
An exhibition by illustrator Sera.  “Through his original artwork and reproductions of selected illustrations, (re)discover Sera’s iconic projects as a cartoonist, his work on The Anarchist, and the first glimpses of his upcoming book.”
More info

Meta House
Photographic exhibition, Chosen by Spirit by Petr Nabutov (Russia). 
More info

MiMü
Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House features research, knowledge sharing, workshops, and visual presentations through various media, showcasing videos, prints, installations, and fine arts through interactive events and live performances.  Currently on display is Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time, an exhibition featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill.
More info

Plantation
Duong’s Forest, an exhibition by Vietnamese artist Hoang Duong Bui, “a contemplative series in which the forest is envisioned as both a physical landscape and an inner realm. ”
More info

Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor (Siem Reap)
Current artist in residence is DinArt. 
More info

The River Gallery (Siem Reap)
HOLY: 25 Cambodian Artists Defining Contemporary Discourse. “This exhibition represents a sacred space, hosting 25 Cambodians from ten different provinces across the country. Many of the artists have relocated to larger cities from their homelands, yet their stories echo their upbringing.   The works presented here reflect what each deems holy—whether a deeply felt experience, a facet of something larger, or a tangible symbol of inspiration.”  Artists exhibiting: Soeng Set, Sophany Sor, Soben Hour, Channarak Thy, Narath Sorm, Kosal Son, Salone Lon, Zak Houes, Karona Hoeuy, Ponleu Prom, Kanha Hul, Prum Ero, Ratha Sengly, Touch Khchao, Hak Bor, Sophy Sou, Channy Chhoeun, Sopheak Lach, Chear Morn, Seyha Hour, Rida Srun, Sary Nou, Daro Nout, Choulay Mech and Kaeu Sreypeou.
More info

Romchiek 5 Art Space
Battambang contemporary art studio.  Rolling exhibitions.  Media: Le Petit Journal (FR)(June 2025)

Rosewood Phnom Penh
TRIBE Cambodia presents Seven, featuring the worksworks of seven artists, marking seven years of Tribe and seven years of Rosewood.  The artists featured are Findac, Chan Dany, Nak Noy, Ponleu, Tito Educk, Tor Vutha and Li Mingh. 
More info

Silapak Trotchaek Pneik / YK Art House
House on Fire, story and photography by V. Rattana.  Until April 30. 

Sosoro – Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum
The current temporary exhibition is Into the Light: the retrieved painting of Phnom Penh’s Silver Pagoda, paintings rediscovered in the Preah Keo Morkot Church. Open daily (except Monday) from 9 am – 6 pm. 

SNA Arts Management
Cycle of Life, an exhibition by Tith Kanitha.  Until 20 March. 
More info

Space Four Zero
Art gallery and vinyl lounge featuring prints, paintings, vintage posters, pop art, books, CDs and rare vinyl, collectables and groovy gifts.  Open daily at new premises at #25 Street 240 near Street 19 (by The Shop and Red Apron)
More info

Stairwell Gallery
Collide:  Bold Colours. Zero Boundaries.   “An exhibition where typography, graphic design, and contemporary art crash together in a vibrant fusion of bold colour and fearless creativity.”  Featuring works Ket Monnyreak, Alex Maul and Bruce McLean.
More info

Tribe Cambodia (Siem Reap)
Permanent showroom for works of Nak Noy.
More info

Regular events, classes, sessions:

N o w h e r e Art Studio (relocated to Maloop) occasional workshops.
More info

No Frame Party hosts weekend art workshops in a variety of forms at venues around Phnom Penh. 

More Flamingos present art workshops on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 pm at WILD. 
More info

Thursdays to Sundays at K’Atelier – art classes for all levels of experience. 
More info

A weekly class in life drawing for kids with Anastasia at Pteah Chas Community.
More info

Khmer Architecture Tours conducts Sunday architecture tours in Phnom Penh to promote the understanding of modern architecture in Cambodia, focusing on buildings erected after independence in 1953, described as ‘New Khmer Architecture’, while setting these in the historical context of Phnom Penh.  Here is the schedule for December 2025 – March 2026. 

Kumnooh was established in May 2013 as a sister publication to LengPleng.com, the online music magazine for Cambodia, to provide basically a gig guide for the wider arts, covering art galleries, literature, dance, cinema, photography and now comedy. 

Perhaps you would consider becoming a Friend of Kumnooh, where we ask venues, artists and/or individuals to show their support by making a small monetary contribution (12 months for $75, six months for $40 or three months for $25) to keep the lights on and to increase our coverage with articles and mini-profiles.  In return you receive a boost in promotion, including a non-Facebook web page on our site for direct contact with the dedicated arts audience.  Queries by return email – fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.

For a more rock’n’roll view of Phnom Penh and the wider Cambodian music scene, please check out our sister publication lengpleng.com, the long running live music gig guide.

Send a ‘subscribe’ email to fabianhipp@kumnooh.com to receive Kumnooh in your inbox every Tuesday lunchtime.

Are we missing something?  Let us know at fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.
See you about…

Fabian Hipp
Kumnooh
fabianhipp@kumnooh.com

Department of Mutual Support: Friends of LengPleng (and Kumnooh too)
Crossing over from our sister site LengPleng are supporters YK Art House and Space Four Zero.  For less than 6,000 riel a week you too could have your venue/business promoted deep into the arts audience; or you might just like to support the work being done by these two entities who trawl Facebook so you don’t have to.  For more information: fabianhipp@kumnooh.com / gigs@lengpleng.com, or bail up Scoddy wherever you see him.  

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Kumnooh: Cambodia arts for week commencing 27 January 2026 

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Greetings:

Event listings:

Tuesday 27 – Saturday 31 at F3 Gallery, Creative Generation artist in residence Mech Choulay is holding an open studio, 5 pm – 7 pm. 
More info

On Wednesday 28 Meta House presents a night of poetry and music featuring ‘Frisco’ Tony Pineda, Scott Bywater and more.  From 8 pm.  
More info

On Saturday 31 at Tnot Chhrum Residence Elle Boudreau is hosting a creative writing workshop on crafting interesting characters.  3 – 5 pm.  $15 per person. 
More info

Saturday 31 Meta House presents Photography, Memory and Solidarity, a projection and book presentation with John Vink, featuring Their Name is Priwsak.  “The evening features a curated selection of images and the introduction of Vink’s book. Copies will be available, with all proceeds supporting displaced families.”  From 7.30 pm. 
More info

Sunday 1 at Plantation is the opening of Duong’s Forest, an exhibition by Vietnamese artist Hoang Duong Bui, “a contemplative series in which the forest is envisioned as both a physical landscape and an inner realm. ”
More info

Coming on February 6 to Bophana Center is Am I Lost?, an exhibition by painter Chea Sereyroth.  “Through layered visual elements, the work reflects personal memories and emotional landscapes, offering visitors a contemplative journey into the artist’s inner world.”
More info

Also opening on February 6 at Erick Gonzalez Gallery is The Essential, an exhibition of photographs by Steve Porte.  “The photographs selected by Erick González for this exhibition focus primarily on Cambodia and are brought together around several recurring elements in Steve Porte’s work: identity, social belonging, family and social bonds, and, more subtly, the country’s silent drama. Something in his work inevitably leads us to reflect on the lives, environments, and historical context of the people portrayed.  The exhibition is mainly composed of photographs by Steve Porte and is complemented by the permanent exhibition of Erick González, featuring paintings, photographs, installations, and objects.”
More info

On February 14 at The Box Office, Comedy in Cambodia presents American comedian Dwayne Perkins.  Tickets now available. 
More info

Coming on February 19 to Meta House is Listening, by German artists Simona Koch and Lilla von Puttkamer.  “an artistic and social project that promotes plurality and democratic values in a time of increasing authoritarian tendencies. The focus is on listening: conversations with activists and thinkers in Cambodia will be conducted on site starting in 2026 and translated into live drawings.”

Ongoing….

Exhibitions:  

FT Gallery
An exhibition of works by Australian painter Lisa King. 
More info

The Gallerist
Rolling exhibitions of mostly Cambodian artists.  Currently on display is work by Nou Sary. 
More info

GAATO Cafe des Arts
A Journey in Layers, an exhibition of paintings by Jasmine Lee. 
More info

Institut Francais
An exhibition by illustrator Sera.  “Through his original artwork and reproductions of selected illustrations, (re)discover Sera’s iconic projects as a cartoonist, his work on The Anarchist, and the first glimpses of his upcoming book.”
More info

Meta House
Photographic exhibition, Chosen by Spirit by Petr Nabutov (Russia). 
More info

MiMü
Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House features research, knowledge sharing, workshops, and visual presentations through various media, showcasing videos, prints, installations, and fine arts through interactive events and live performances.  Currently on display is Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time, an exhibition featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill.
More info

Plantation
Currently showing is Sketches from a Transformative Journey by Fernando Aceves Humana.  “A vibrant exhibition showcasing not only Aceves’ paintings but also lithographs by various master artists from La Buena Impresión workshops, celebrating travel, culture, and creativity.”  Until January 31. 

Pteah Chas
Overlook, an exhibition by artist Morn Chear, curated by Hem Chansopheak.   Until January 31. 
More info

Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor (Siem Reap)
Current artist in residence is DinArt. 
More info

The River Gallery (Siem Reap)
HOLY: 25 Cambodian Artists Defining Contemporary Discourse. “This exhibition represents a sacred space, hosting 25 Cambodians from ten different provinces across the country. Many of the artists have relocated to larger cities from their homelands, yet their stories echo their upbringing.   The works presented here reflect what each deems holy—whether a deeply felt experience, a facet of something larger, or a tangible symbol of inspiration.”  Artists exhibiting: Soeng Set, Sophany Sor, Soben Hour, Channarak Thy, Narath Sorm, Kosal Son, Salone Lon, Zak Houes, Karona Hoeuy, Ponleu Prom, Kanha Hul, Prum Ero, Ratha Sengly, Touch Khchao, Hak Bor, Sophy Sou, Channy Chhoeun, Sopheak Lach, Chear Morn, Seyha Hour, Rida Srun, Sary Nou, Daro Nout, Choulay Mech and Kaeu Sreypeou.
More info

Romchiek 5 Art Space
Battambang contemporary art studio.  Rolling exhibitions.  Media: Le Petit Journal (FR)(June 2025)

Rosewood Phnom Penh
TRIBE Cambodia presents Seven, featuring the worksworks of seven artists, marking seven years of Tribe and seven years of Rosewood.  The artists featured are Findac, Chan Dany, Nak Noy, Ponleu, Tito Educk, Tor Vutha and Li Mingh. 
More info

Silapak Trotchaek Pneik / YK Art House
House on Fire, story and photography by V. Rattana.  Until April 30. 

Sosoro – Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum
The current temporary exhibition is Into the Light: the retrieved painting of Phnom Penh’s Silver Pagoda, paintings rediscovered in the Preah Keo Morkot Church. Open daily (except Monday) from 9 am – 6 pm. 

SNA Arts Management
Cycle of Life, an exhibition by Tith Kanitha.  Until 20 March. 
More info

Space Four Zero
Art gallery and vinyl lounge featuring prints, paintings, vintage posters, pop art, books, CDs and rare vinyl, collectables and groovy gifts.  Open daily at new premises at #25 Street 240 near Street 19 (by The Shop and Red Apron)
More info

Stairwell Gallery
Collide:  Bold Colours. Zero Boundaries.   “An exhibition where typography, graphic design, and contemporary art crash together in a vibrant fusion of bold colour and fearless creativity.”  Featuring works Ket Monnyreak, Alex Maul and Bruce McLean.
More info

Tribe Cambodia (Siem Reap)
Permanent showroom for works of Nak Noy.
More info

Regular events, classes, sessions:

N o w h e r e Art Studio (relocated to Maloop) occasional workshops.
More info

No Frame Party hosts weekend art workshops in a variety of forms at venues around Phnom Penh. 

More Flamingos present art workshops on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 pm at WILD. 
More info

Thursdays to Sundays at K’Atelier – art classes for all levels of experience. 
More info

A weekly class in life drawing for kids with Anastasia at Pteah Chas Community.
More info

Khmer Architecture Tours conducts Sunday architecture tours in Phnom Penh to promote the understanding of modern architecture in Cambodia, focusing on buildings erected after independence in 1953, described as ‘New Khmer Architecture’, while setting these in the historical context of Phnom Penh.  Here is the schedule for December 2025 – March 2026. 

Kumnooh was established in May 2013 as a sister publication to LengPleng.com, the online music magazine for Cambodia, to provide basically a gig guide for the wider arts, covering art galleries, literature, dance, cinema, photography and now comedy. 

Perhaps you would consider becoming a Friend of Kumnooh, where we ask venues, artists and/or individuals to show their support by making a small monetary contribution (12 months for $75, six months for $40 or three months for $25) to keep the lights on and to increase our coverage with articles and mini-profiles.  In return you receive a boost in promotion, including a non-Facebook web page on our site for direct contact with the dedicated arts audience.  Queries by return email – fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.

For a more rock’n’roll view of Phnom Penh and the wider Cambodian music scene, please check out our sister publication lengpleng.com, the long running live music gig guide.

Send a ‘subscribe’ email to fabianhipp@kumnooh.com to receive Kumnooh in your inbox every Tuesday lunchtime.

Are we missing something?  Let us know at fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.
See you about…

Fabian Hipp
Kumnooh
fabianhipp@kumnooh.com

Department of Mutual Support: Friends of LengPleng (and Kumnooh too)
Crossing over from our sister site LengPleng are supporters YK Art House and Space Four Zero.  For less than 6,000 riel a week you too could have your venue/business promoted deep into the arts audience; or you might just like to support the work being done by these two entities who trawl Facebook so you don’t have to.  For more information: fabianhipp@kumnooh.com / gigs@lengpleng.com, or bail up Scoddy wherever you see him.  

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Kumnooh: Cambodia arts for week commencing 20 January 2026 

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Greetings:

Event listings:

Currently on display at SNA Arts Management is Cycle of Life, an exhibition by Tith Kanitha.  Until 20 March. 
More info

On Tuesday 20 Meta House will host a book launch, short film screenings and talk by Matthew Robinson, author of My Cambodia.  From 7.30 pm. 
More info

On Wednesday 21 at Institut Francais is the opening of an exhibition by illustrator Sera.  “Through his original artwork and reproductions of selected illustrations, (re)discover Sera’s iconic projects as a cartoonist, his work on The Anarchist, and the first glimpses of his upcoming book.”
More info

On Thursday 22 Sra’Art present a closing night event for the photographic exhibition by Cambodian Lightwares, Six Visions, One Pulse, featuring works by Miguel Jerónimo, John Dylan Rubis, Roberto Crucitti, Pavel Lipski, Conor Wall and Kol Vicheka.   From 6 pm. 
More info

Also on Thursday 22, the Institut Francais presents Quel destin, a contemporary dance performance by SilverBelle.
More info

On Friday 23 Meta House host a meet the artist event with German abstract painter Manuela Karin Knaut.
More info

On Saturday 24 Comedy in Cambodia present a night of French stand-up at The Box Office. 
More info

Sunday 25 at The Box Office, Comedy in Cambodia presents Laughternoon, a live standup comedy showcase.  From 2.30 pm. 
More info

January 27 – 31 at F3 Gallery, Creative Generation artist in residence Mech Choulay is holding an open studio, 5 pm – 7 pm. 
More info

On January 28 Meta House present a night of poetry and music featuring ‘Frisco’ Tony Pineda, Scott Bywater and more. 
More info

Coming on February 6 to Bophana Center is Am I Lost, an exhibition by painter Chea Sereyroth.  “Through layered visual elements, the work reflects personal memories and emotional landscapes, offering visitors a contemplative journey into the artist’s inner world.”
More info

Ongoing….

Exhibitions:  

The Gallerist
Rolling exhibitions of mostly Cambodian artists.  Currently on display is work by Nou Sary. 
More info

GAATO Cafe des Arts
A Journey in Layers, an exhibition of paintings by Jasmine Lee. 
More info

Meta House
Photographic exhibition, Chosen by Spirit by Petr Nabutov (Russia). 
More info

MiMü
Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House features research, knowledge sharing, workshops, and visual presentations through various media, showcasing videos, prints, installations, and fine arts through interactive events and live performances.  Currently on display is Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time, an exhibition featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill.
More info

Plantation
Currently showing is Sketches from a Transformative Journey by Fernando Aceves Humana.  “A vibrant exhibition showcasing not only Aceves’ paintings but also lithographs by various master artists from La Buena Impresión workshops, celebrating travel, culture, and creativity.”  Until January 31. 

Pteah Chas
Overlook, an exhibition by artist Morn Chear, curated by Hem Chansopheak.   Until January 31. 
More info

Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor (Siem Reap)
Current artist in residence is DinArt. 
More info

The River Gallery (Siem Reap)
HOLY: 25 Cambodian Artists Defining Contemporary Discourse. “This exhibition represents a sacred space, hosting 25 Cambodians from ten different provinces across the country. Many of the artists have relocated to larger cities from their homelands, yet their stories echo their upbringing.   The works presented here reflect what each deems holy—whether a deeply felt experience, a facet of something larger, or a tangible symbol of inspiration.”  Artists exhibiting: Soeng Set, Sophany Sor, Soben Hour, Channarak Thy, Narath Sorm, Kosal Son, Salone Lon, Zak Houes, Karona Hoeuy, Ponleu Prom, Kanha Hul, Prum Ero, Ratha Sengly, Touch Khchao, Hak Bor, Sophy Sou, Channy Chhoeun, Sopheak Lach, Chear Morn, Seyha Hour, Rida Srun, Sary Nou, Daro Nout, Choulay Mech and Kaeu Sreypeou.
More info

Romchiek 5 Art Space
Battambang contemporary art studio.  Rolling exhibitions.  Media: Le Petit Journal (FR)(June 2025)

Rosewood Phnom Penh
TRIBE Cambodia presents a new exhibition, Seven, featuring the worksworks of seven artists, marking seven years of Tribe and seven years of Rosewood.  The artists featured are Findac, Chan Dany, Nak Noy, Ponleu, Tito Educk, Tor Vutha and Li Mingh. 
More info

Silapak Trotchaek Pneik / YK Art House
House on Fire, story and photography by V. Rattana.  Until April 30. 

Sosoro – Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum
The current temporary exhibition is Into the Light: the retrieved painting of Phnom Penh’s Silver Pagoda, paintings rediscovered in the Preah Keo Morkot Church. Open daily (except Monday) from 9 am – 6 pm. 

Space Four Zero
Art gallery and vinyl lounge featuring prints, paintings, vintage posters, pop art, books, CDs and rare vinyl, collectables and groovy gifts.  Open daily at new premises at #25 Street 240 near Street 19 (by The Shop and Red Apron)
More info

Stairwell Gallery
Collide:  Bold Colours. Zero Boundaries.   “An exhibition where typography, graphic design, and contemporary art crash together in a vibrant fusion of bold colour and fearless creativity.”  Featuring works Ket Monnyreak, Alex Maul and Bruce McLean.
More info

Tribe Cambodia (Siem Reap)
Permanent showroom for works of Nak Noy.
More info

Regular events, classes, sessions:

N o w h e r e Art Studio (relocated to Maloop) occasional workshops.
More info

No Frame Party hosts weekend art workshops in a variety of forms at venues around Phnom Penh. 

More Flamingos present art workshops on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 pm at WILD. 
More info

Thursdays to Sundays at K’Atelier – art classes for all levels of experience. 
More info

A weekly class in life drawing for kids with Anastasia at Pteah Chas Community.
More info

Khmer Architecture Tours conducts Sunday architecture tours in Phnom Penh to promote the understanding of modern architecture in Cambodia, focusing on buildings erected after independence in 1953, described as ‘New Khmer Architecture’, while setting these in the historical context of Phnom Penh.  Here is the schedule for December 2025 – March 2026. 

Kumnooh was established in May 2013 as a sister publication to LengPleng.com, the online music magazine for Cambodia, to provide basically a gig guide for the wider arts, covering art galleries, literature, dance, cinema, photography and now comedy. 

Perhaps you would consider becoming a Friend of Kumnooh, where we ask venues, artists and/or individuals to show their support by making a small monetary contribution (12 months for $75, six months for $40 or three months for $25) to keep the lights on and to increase our coverage with articles and mini-profiles.  In return you receive a boost in promotion, including a non-Facebook web page on our site for direct contact with the dedicated arts audience.  Queries by return email – fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.

For a more rock’n’roll view of Phnom Penh and the wider Cambodian music scene, please check out our sister publication lengpleng.com, the long running live music gig guide.

Send a ‘subscribe’ email to fabianhipp@kumnooh.com to receive Kumnooh in your inbox every Tuesday lunchtime.

Are we missing something?  Let us know at fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.
See you about…

Fabian Hipp
Kumnooh
fabianhipp@kumnooh.com

Department of Mutual Support: Friends of LengPleng (and Kumnooh too)
Crossing over from our sister site LengPleng are supporters YK Art House and Space Four Zero.  For less than 6,000 riel a week you too could have your venue/business promoted deep into the arts audience; or you might just like to support the work being done by these two entities who trawl Facebook so you don’t have to.  For more information: fabianhipp@kumnooh.com / gigs@lengpleng.com, or bail up Scoddy wherever you see him.  

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Kumnooh: Cambodia arts for week commencing 13 January 2026

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Greetings:

Event listings:

Wednesday 14 at 4 pm zine Art and Copy hosts a release party for its January release It’s Not a French Movie.
More info

Opening on Thursday 15 at Silapak Trotchaek Pneik / YK Art House is the exhibition House on Fire, story and photography by V. Rattana.  From 6 pm.  Until April 30. 

On Friday 16 the Meta House 19th birthday party features Geography of the Moon, DJs, and the opening of a photographic exhibition, Chosen by Spirit by Petr Nabutov (Russia). 
More info

Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 at Meta House German artist Manuela Karin Knuat offers a two-day workshop, Claim Your Space: Creative Strategies for Emerging Artists.  10 am – 5 pm. 
More info

On January 20 Meta House will host a book launch, short film screenings and talk by Matthew Robinson, author of My Cambodia. 
More info

On January 22 Sra’Art present a closing night event for the photographic exhibition by Cambodian Lightwares, Six Visions, One Pulse, featuring works by Miguel Jerónimo, John Dylan Rubis, Roberto Crucitti, Pavel Lipski, Conor Wall and Kol Vicheka.   From 6 pm. 
More info

Also on January 22, the Institut Francais presents Quel destin, a contemporary dance performance by SilverBelle.
More info

On January 23 Meta House host a meet the artist event with German abstract painter Manuela Karin Knaut.
More info

On January 24 Comedy in Cambodia present a night of French stand-up at The Box Office. 
More info

On January 28 Meta House present a night of poetry and music featuring ‘Frisco’ Tony Pineda, Scott Bywater and more. 
More info

Ongoing….

Exhibitions:  

The Gallerist
Rolling exhibitions of mostly Cambodian artists.  
More info

GAATO Cafe des Arts
A Journey in Layers, an exhibition of paintings by Jasmine Lee. 
More info

Meta House
A new mural by TinyNightmare (Aubree Miller).  “Her work blends public performance, protest aesthetics, and surreal symbolism.”
More info

MiMü
Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House features research, knowledge sharing, workshops, and visual presentations through various media, showcasing videos, prints, installations, and fine arts through interactive events and live performances.  Currently on display is Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time, an exhibition featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill.
More info

Plantation
Currently showing is Sketches from a Transformative Journey by Fernando Aceves Humana.  “A vibrant exhibition showcasing not only Aceves’ paintings but also lithographs by various master artists from La Buena Impresión workshops, celebrating travel, culture, and creativity.”  Until January 31. 

Pteah Chas
Overlook, an exhibition by artist Morn Chear, curated by Hem Chansopheak.   Until January 31. 
More info

Raffles Le Royal Phnom Penh
A journey with Im Pisey, curated by The Gallerist is now on display until January 15. 
More info

Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor (Siem Reap)
New artist in residence is DinArt. 
More info

The River Gallery (Siem Reap)
HOLY: 25 Cambodian Artists Defining Contemporary Discourse. “This exhibition represents a sacred space, hosting 25 Cambodians from ten different provinces across the country. Many of the artists have relocated to larger cities from their homelands, yet their stories echo their upbringing.   The works presented here reflect what each deems holy—whether a deeply felt experience, a facet of something larger, or a tangible symbol of inspiration.”  Artists exhibiting: Soeng Set, Sophany Sor, Soben Hour, Channarak Thy, Narath Sorm, Kosal Son, Salone Lon, Zak Houes, Karona Hoeuy, Ponleu Prom, Kanha Hul, Prum Ero, Ratha Sengly, Touch Khchao, Hak Bor, Sophy Sou, Channy Chhoeun, Sopheak Lach, Chear Morn, Seyha Hour, Rida Srun, Sary Nou, Daro Nout, Choulay Mech and Kaeu Sreypeou.
More info

Romchiek 5 Art Space
Battambang contemporary art studio.  Rolling exhibitions.  Media: Le Petit Journal (FR)(June 2025)

Rosewood Phnom Penh
TRIBE Cambodia presents a new exhibition, Seven, featuring the worksworks of seven artists, marking seven years of Tribe and seven years of Rosewood.  The artists featured are Findac, Chan Dany, Nak Noy, Ponleu, Tito Educk, Tor Vutha and Li Mingh. 
More info

Silapak Trotchaek Pneik / YK Art House
House on Fire, story and photography by V. Rattana.  Until April 30. 

Sosoro – Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum
The current temporary exhibition is Into the Light: the retrieved painting of Phnom Penh’s Silver Pagoda, paintings rediscovered in the Preah Keo Morkot Church. Open daily (except Monday) from 9 am – 6 pm. 

Space Four Zero
Art gallery and vinyl lounge featuring prints, paintings, vintage posters, pop art, books, CDs and rare vinyl, collectables and groovy gifts.  Open daily at new premises at #25 Street 240 near Street 19 (by The Shop and Red Apron)
More info

Stairwell Gallery
Collide:  Bold Colours. Zero Boundaries.   “An exhibition where typography, graphic design, and contemporary art crash together in a vibrant fusion of bold colour and fearless creativity.”  Featuring works Ket Monnyreak, Alex Maul and Bruce McLean.
More info

Tribe Cambodia (Siem Reap)
Permanent showroom for works of Nak Noy.
More info

Regular events, classes, sessions:

N o w h e r e Art Studio (relocated to Maloop) occasional workshops.
More info

No Frame Party hosts weekend art workshops in a variety of forms at venues around Phnom Penh. 

More Flamingos present art workshops on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 pm at WILD. 
More info

Thursdays to Sundays at K’Atelier – art classes for all levels of experience. 
More info

A weekly class in life drawing for kids with Anastasia at Pteah Chas Community.
More info

Khmer Architecture Tours conducts Sunday architecture tours in Phnom Penh to promote the understanding of modern architecture in Cambodia, focusing on buildings erected after independence in 1953, described as ‘New Khmer Architecture’, while setting these in the historical context of Phnom Penh.  Here is the schedule for December 2025 – March 2026. 

Kumnooh was established in May 2013 as a sister publication to LengPleng.com, the online music magazine for Cambodia, to provide basically a gig guide for the wider arts, covering art galleries, literature, dance, cinema, photography and now comedy. 

Perhaps you would consider becoming a Friend of Kumnooh, where we ask venues, artists and/or individuals to show their support by making a small monetary contribution (12 months for $75, six months for $40 or three months for $25) to keep the lights on and to increase our coverage with articles and mini-profiles.  In return you receive a boost in promotion, including a non-Facebook web page on our site for direct contact with the dedicated arts audience.  Queries by return email – fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.

For a more rock’n’roll view of Phnom Penh and the wider Cambodian music scene, please check out our sister publication lengpleng.com, the long running live music gig guide.

Send a ‘subscribe’ email to fabianhipp@kumnooh.com to receive Kumnooh in your inbox every Tuesday lunchtime.

Are we missing something?  Let us know at fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.
See you about…

Fabian Hipp
Kumnooh
fabianhipp@kumnooh.com

Department of Mutual Support: Friends of LengPleng (and Kumnooh too)
Crossing over from our sister site LengPleng are supporters YK Art House and Space Four Zero.  For less than 6,000 riel a week you too could have your venue/business promoted deep into the arts audience; or you might just like to support the work being done by these two entities who trawl Facebook so you don’t have to.  For more information: fabianhipp@kumnooh.com / gigs@lengpleng.com, or bail up Scoddy wherever you see him.  

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Kumnooh: Cambodia arts for week commencing 30 December 2025

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Greetings:

Event listings:

On Sunday 4, Art & Copy will host a small zine release party.  “Guests can look forward to a mini zinemaking activity, too.”
More info

Also on Sunday 4 House of Jazz and More present a performance by Flowpoetry (US), “the originator of Lyrical Jam Poetry; musically inflected spoken word poetry that is performative, sophisticated and gripping. Primarily solo but at times in collaboration with musicians and at home in genres ranging from spoken word to jazz to blues and jam rock, this is poetry that will entertain, inspire, and provoke the imagination.” 
More info

Coming on January 9 to The River Gallery in Siem Reap is HOLY: 25 Cambodian Artists Defining Contemporary Discourse. “This exhibition represents a sacred space, hosting 25 Cambodians from ten different provinces across the country. Many of the artists have relocated to larger cities from their homelands, yet their stories echo their upbringing.  The works presented here reflect what each deems holy—whether a deeply felt experience, a facet of something larger, or a tangible symbol of inspiration.”  Artists exhibiting: Soeng Set, Sophany Sor, Soben Hour, Channarak Thy, Narath Sorm, Kosal Son, Salone Lon, Zak Houes, Karona Hoeuy, Ponleu Prom, Kanha Hul, Prum Ero, Ratha Sengly, Touch Khchao, Hak Bor, Sophy Sou, Channy Chhoeun, Sopheak Lach, Chear Morn, Seyha Hour, Rida Srun, Sary Nou, Daro Nout, Choulay Mech and Kaeu Sreypeou.
More info

At currently Plantation is Sketches from a Transformative Journey by Fernando Aceves Humana.  “A vibrant exhibition showcasing not only Aceves’ paintings but also lithographs by various master artists from La Buena Impresión workshops, celebrating travel, culture, and creativity.”  Until January 31. 

Ongoing….

Exhibitions:  

FT Gallery
An exhibition of works by Australian painter Lisa King. 
More info

The Gallerist
Rolling exhibitions of mostly Cambodian artists.  Currently on display is work by Nou Sary. 
More info

GAATO Cafe des Arts
A Journey in Layers, an exhibition of paintings by Jasmine Lee. 
More info

MiMü
Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House features research, knowledge sharing, workshops, and visual presentations through various media, showcasing videos, prints, installations, and fine arts through interactive events and live performances.  Currently on display is Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time, an exhibition featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill.
More info

Plantation
Currently showing is Sketches from a Transformative Journey by Fernando Aceves Humana.  “A vibrant exhibition showcasing not only Aceves’ paintings but also lithographs by various master artists from La Buena Impresión workshops, celebrating travel, culture, and creativity.”  Until January 31. 

Pteah Chas
Overlook, an exhibition by artist Morn Chear, curated by Hem Chansopheak.   Until January 31. 
More info

Raffles Le Royal Phnom Penh
A journey with Im Pisey, curated by The Gallerist is now on display until January 15. 
More info

Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor (Siem Reap)
New artist in residence is DinArt. 
More info

Romchiek 5 Art Space
Battambang contemporary art studio.  Rolling exhibitions.  Media: Le Petit Journal (FR)(June 2025)

Rosewood Phnom Penh
TRIBE Cambodia presents a new exhibition, Seven, featuring the worksworks of seven artists, marking seven years of Tribe and seven years of Rosewood.  The artists featured are Findac, Chan Dany, Nak Noy, Ponleu, Tito Educk, Tor Vutha and Li Mingh. 
More info

Sosoro – Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum
The current temporary exhibition is Into the Light: the retrieved painting of Phnom Penh’s Silver Pagoda, paintings rediscovered in the Preah Keo Morkot Church. Open daily (except Monday) from 9 am – 6 pm. 

Space Four Zero
Art gallery and vinyl lounge featuring prints, paintings, vintage posters, pop art, books, CDs and rare vinyl, collectables and groovy gifts.  Open daily at new premises at #25 Street 240 near Street 19 (by The Shop and Red Apron)
More info

Stairwell Gallery
Collide:  Bold Colours. Zero Boundaries.   “An exhibition where typography, graphic design, and contemporary art crash together in a vibrant fusion of bold colour and fearless creativity.”  Featuring works Ket Monnyreak, Alex Maul and Bruce McLean.
More info

Tribe Cambodia (Siem Reap)
Permanent showroom for works of Nak Noy.
More info

Regular events, classes, sessions:

N o w h e r e Art Studio (relocated to Maloop) occasional workshops.
More info

No Frame Party hosts weekend art workshops in a variety of forms at venues around Phnom Penh. 

More Flamingos present art workshops on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 pm at WILD. 
More info

Thursdays to Sundays at K’Atelier – art classes for all levels of experience. 
More info

A weekly class in life drawing for kids with Anastasia at Pteah Chas Community.
More info

Khmer Architecture Tours conducts Sunday architecture tours in Phnom Penh to promote the understanding of modern architecture in Cambodia, focusing on buildings erected after independence in 1953, described as ‘New Khmer Architecture’, while setting these in the historical context of Phnom Penh.  Here is the schedule for December 2025 – March 2026. 

Kumnooh was established in May 2013 as a sister publication to LengPleng.com, the online music magazine for Cambodia, to provide basically a gig guide for the wider arts, covering art galleries, literature, dance, cinema, photography and now comedy. 

Perhaps you would consider becoming a Friend of Kumnooh, where we ask venues, artists and/or individuals to show their support by making a small monetary contribution (12 months for $75, six months for $40 or three months for $25) to keep the lights on and to increase our coverage with articles and mini-profiles.  In return you receive a boost in promotion, including a non-Facebook web page on our site for direct contact with the dedicated arts audience.  Queries by return email – fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.

For a more rock’n’roll view of Phnom Penh and the wider Cambodian music scene, please check out our sister publication lengpleng.com, the long running live music gig guide.

Send a ‘subscribe’ email to fabianhipp@kumnooh.com to receive Kumnooh in your inbox every Tuesday lunchtime.

Are we missing something?  Let us know at fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.
See you about…

Fabian Hipp
Kumnooh
fabianhipp@kumnooh.com

Department of Mutual Support: Friends of LengPleng (and Kumnooh too)
Crossing over from our sister site LengPleng are supporters YK Art House and Space Four Zero.  For less than 6,000 riel a week you too could have your venue/business promoted deep into the arts audience; or you might just like to support the work being done by these two entities who trawl Facebook so you don’t have to.  For more information: fabianhipp@kumnooh.com / gigs@lengpleng.com, or bail up Scoddy wherever you see him.  

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Kumnooh: Cambodia arts for week commencing 16 December 2025

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Greetings:

Event listings:

Tonight Tuesday 23 the postponed Christmas party at Sra’Art goes ahead featuring ambient music project Mazama and arial dancer Mel.    From 6 pm. 
More info

Also tonight atMeta House is the premiere screening of The Cosmic Atomic, a film by Indian artist Kanchan Avchare, with an artist talk and pop-up show.  “A fusion of theatre, poetry, and striking visual language.”  From 7.30 pm. 

Currently on display at Pteah Chas is Overlook, an exhibition by artist Morn Chear, curated by Hem Chansopheak.   Until January 31. 
More info

Ongoing….

Exhibitions:  

FT Gallery
An exhibition of works by Australian painter Lisa King. 
More info

The Gallerist
Rolling exhibitions of mostly Cambodian artists.  Currently on display is work by Chhim Sothy. 
More info

GAATO Cafe des Arts
A Journey in Layers, an exhibition of paintings by Jasmine Lee. 
More info

MiMü
Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House features research, knowledge sharing, workshops, and visual presentations through various media, showcasing videos, prints, installations, and fine arts through interactive events and live performances.  Currently on display is Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time, an exhibition featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill.
More info

Plantation
The Art Always Comes First, an exhibition of new and older works by rising Cambodian artist Koem Keo Socheat.  “She is not a commercial artist—her work is about ideas, culture, and emotion. She wants viewers to understand her art, not just look at it.”

Raffles Le Royal Phnom Penh
A journey with Im Pisey, curated by The Gallerist is now on display until January 15. 
More info

Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor (Siem Reap)
New artist in residence is DinArt – a meet the artist event will be held on December 18. 
More info

Romchiek 5 Art Space
Battambang contemporary art studio.  Rolling exhibitions.  Media: Le Petit Journal (FR)(June 2025)

Rosewood Phnom Penh
TRIBE Cambodia presents a new exhibition, Seven, featuring the worksworks of seven artists, marking seven years of Tribe and seven years of Rosewood.  The artists featured are Findac, Chan Dany, Nak Noy, Ponleu, Tito Educk, Tor Vutha and Li Mingh. 
More info

Sosoro – Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum
The current temporary exhibition is Into the Light: the retrieved painting of Phnom Penh’s Silver Pagoda, paintings rediscovered in the Preah Keo Morkot Church. Open daily (except Monday) from 9 am – 6 pm. 

Space Four Zero
Art gallery and vinyl lounge featuring prints, paintings, vintage posters, pop art, books, CDs and rare vinyl, collectables and groovy gifts.  Open daily at new premises at #25 Street 240 near Street 19 (by The Shop and Red Apron)
More info

Stairwell Gallery
Collide:  Bold Colours. Zero Boundaries.   “An exhibition where typography, graphic design, and contemporary art crash together in a vibrant fusion of bold colour and fearless creativity.”  Featuring works Ket Monnyreak, Alex Maul and Bruce McLean.
More info

Tribe Cambodia (Siem Reap)
Permanent showroom for works of Nak Noy.
More info

Regular events, classes, sessions:

N o w h e r e Art Studio (relocated to Maloop) occasional workshops.
More info

No Frame Party hosts weekend art workshops in a variety of forms at venues around Phnom Penh. 

More Flamingos present art workshops on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 pm at WILD. 
More info

Thursdays to Sundays at K’Atelier – art classes for all levels of experience. 
More info

A weekly class in life drawing for kids with Anastasia at Pteah Chas Community.
More info

Khmer Architecture Tours conducts Sunday architecture tours in Phnom Penh to promote the understanding of modern architecture in Cambodia, focusing on buildings erected after independence in 1953, described as ‘New Khmer Architecture’, while setting these in the historical context of Phnom Penh.  Here is the schedule for December 2025 – March 2026. 

Kumnooh was established in May 2013 as a sister publication to LengPleng.com, the online music magazine for Cambodia, to provide basically a gig guide for the wider arts, covering art galleries, literature, dance, cinema, photography and now comedy. 

Perhaps you would consider becoming a Friend of Kumnooh, where we ask venues, artists and/or individuals to show their support by making a small monetary contribution (12 months for $75, six months for $40 or three months for $25) to keep the lights on and to increase our coverage with articles and mini-profiles.  In return you receive a boost in promotion, including a non-Facebook web page on our site for direct contact with the dedicated arts audience.  Queries by return email – fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.

For a more rock’n’roll view of Phnom Penh and the wider Cambodian music scene, please check out our sister publication lengpleng.com, the long running live music gig guide.

Send a ‘subscribe’ email to fabianhipp@kumnooh.com to receive Kumnooh in your inbox every Tuesday lunchtime.

Are we missing something?  Let us know at fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.
See you about…

Fabian Hipp
Kumnooh
fabianhipp@kumnooh.com

Department of Mutual Support: Friends of LengPleng (and Kumnooh too)
Crossing over from our sister site LengPleng are supporters YK Art House and Space Four Zero.  For less than 6,000 riel a week you too could have your venue/business promoted deep into the arts audience; or you might just like to support the work being done by these two entities who trawl Facebook so you don’t have to.  For more information: fabianhipp@kumnooh.com / gigs@lengpleng.com, or bail up Scoddy wherever you see him.  

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Kumnooh: Cambodia arts for week commencing 2 December 2025

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Greetings:

Event listings:

Wednesday 3 at Meta House a night of poetry and music featuring Antonio Pineda, Fatima Shehata, Fabrice Marion and Muz Muskett.   Also a reading for the launch for the latest poetry work by Scott Bywater, Studies in Black and Pink – copies will be on sale. 
More info

Saturday 6 at F3 Gallery artist-in-residence Eleonore Sok presents Art of Risk: Writing and Reading Workshop.  “Explore simple prompts, create short poetic texts, and finish with light embodiment and vocal exercises.”  2 – 5 pm.  Then the following Saturday is Poetical Performance: Sensorial Theater Workshop.
More info

Also Saturday 6 at The Box Office, Comedy in Cambodia presents Erica J.P. in Mistranslated.  Tickets $10 advance/$15 on the door.   Door 7.30 pm, curtain 8 pm. 
More info

Continuing through to December 19 is the 16th annual Photo Phnom Penh Festival.   Most activities and exhibitions are at Institut Francais; there are associated exhibitions also at Sra’Art, Bophana Center and Brown Coffee Mao Tse Tung. 
More info

Ongoing….

Exhibitions:  

FT Gallery
An exhibition of works by Australian painter Lisa King. 
More info

The Gallerist
Rolling exhibitions of mostly Cambodian artists.  Currently on display is work by Chhim Sothy.
More info

GAATO Cafe des Arts
A Journey in Layers, an exhibition of paintings by Jasmine Lee. 
More info

Institut Francais
Snapping 2025/Snap Dance, a video installation by Michael Laub.  “The video portrait series features an intriguingly diverse array of individuals, and Snap Dance captures performers ranging from ballet to hip-hop. The dancers move without music, the viewer hears only their footsteps, their breathing, the rustling of their costumes, and, of course, the snapping of their fingers.”
More info

MiMü
Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House features research, knowledge sharing, workshops, and visual presentations through various media, showcasing videos, prints, installations, and fine arts through interactive events and live performances.  Currently on display is Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time, an exhibition featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill.
More info

Plantation
The Art Always Comes First, an exhibition of new and older works by rising Cambodian artist Koem Keo Socheat.  “She is not a commercial artist—her work is about ideas, culture, and emotion. She wants viewers to understand her art, not just look at it.”

Raffles Le Royal Phnom Penh
A journey with Im Pisey, curated by The Gallerist is now on display until January 15. 
More info

Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor (Siem Reap)
Harmony, a show by Morn Chear and Nak Noy with TRIBE Cambodia curated by Nat Di-Maggio.
More info

Romchiek 5 Art Space
Battambang contemporary art studio.  Rolling exhibitions.  Media: Le Petit Journal (FR)(June 2025)

Silapak Trotchaek Pneik / YK Art House
The Silent Torch exhibition, by Nyi Pu of Myanmar, highlighting the silent threat of plastic pollution.  Nyi Pu is in Cambodia on a three-month cultural experience exchange program supported by Mekong Cultural Center and facilitated by CICADA Association. 
More info

Sosoro – Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum
The current temporary exhibition is Into the Light: the retrieved painting of Phnom Penh’s Silver Pagoda, paintings rediscovered in the Preah Keo Morkot Church. Open daily (except Monday) from 9 am – 6 pm. 

Space Four Zero
Art gallery and vinyl lounge featuring prints, paintings, vintage posters, pop art, books, CDs and rare vinyl, collectables and groovy gifts.  Open daily at new premises at #25 Street 240 near Street 19 (by The Shop and Red Apron)
More info

Sra’Art
Photographic exhibition by Cambodian Lightwares, Six Visions, One Pulse, featuring works by Miguel Jerónimo, John Dylan Rubis, Roberto Crucitti, Pavel Lipski, Conor Wall and Kol Vicheka. 
More info

Tribe Cambodia (Siem Reap)
Permanent showroom for works of Nak Noy.
More info

Regular events, classes, sessions:

N o w h e r e Art Studio (relocated to Maloop) occasional workshops.
More info

No Frame Party hosts weekend art workshops in a variety of forms at venues around Phnom Penh. 

Life Drawing Phnom Penh – Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6.30pm, at Station 350.

More Flamingos present art workshops on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 pm at WILD. 
More info

Thursdays to Sundays at K’Atelier – art classes for all levels of experience. 
More info

A weekly class in life drawing for kids with Anastasia at Pteah Chas Community.
More info

Khmer Architecture Tours conducts Sunday architecture tours in Phnom Penh to promote the understanding of modern architecture in Cambodia, focusing on buildings erected after independence in 1953, described as ‘New Khmer Architecture’, while setting these in the historical context of Phnom Penh.  Here is the schedule for October – December 2025. 

Kumnooh was established in May 2013 as a sister publication to LengPleng.com, the online music magazine for Cambodia, to provide basically a gig guide for the wider arts, covering art galleries, literature, dance, cinema, photography and now comedy. 

Perhaps you would consider becoming a Friend of Kumnooh, where we ask venues, artists and/or individuals to show their support by making a small monetary contribution (12 months for $75, six months for $40 or three months for $25) to keep the lights on and to increase our coverage with articles and mini-profiles.  In return you receive a boost in promotion, including a non-Facebook web page on our site for direct contact with the dedicated arts audience.  Queries by return email – fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.

For a more rock’n’roll view of Phnom Penh and the wider Cambodian music scene, please check out our sister publication lengpleng.com, the long running live music gig guide.

Send a ‘subscribe’ email to fabianhipp@kumnooh.com to receive Kumnooh in your inbox every Tuesday lunchtime.

Are we missing something?  Let us know at fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.
See you about…

Fabian Hipp
Kumnooh
fabianhipp@kumnooh.com

Department of Mutual Support: Friends of LengPleng (and Kumnooh too)
Crossing over from our sister site LengPleng are supporters YK Art House and Space Four Zero.  For less than 6,000 riel a week you too could have your venue/business promoted deep into the arts audience; or you might just like to support the work being done by these two entities who trawl Facebook so you don’t have to.  For more information: fabianhipp@kumnooh.com / gigs@lengpleng.com, or bail up Scoddy wherever you see him.  

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Kumnooh: Cambodia arts for week commencing 28 October 2025

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Greetings:

Event listings:

For Halloween, Thursday 30 and Friday 31, LoKey Theater present The Haunted Theatre Mystery.  Each experience lasts 30–45 minutes. Minimum age 16.
More info

Friday 31 to Sunday 2 at Factory Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh University of the Arts presents the Phnom Penh Design Festival: Together, a gathering of artists, designers and visionaries seeking to shape Cambodia’s creative future.  “Experience three inspiring days of talks, workshops, exhibitions, fashion shows, and music performances — all celebrating the power of design and collaboration.”
More info

Saturday 1 at the Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House sees the opening of the Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time exhibition, featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill. Coffill will be signing copies of his book.  From 6 pm.
More info

Also on Saturday 1, Kinin Collective (a network of TTP restaurants, Kinin, Nesat, Maloop that also function as creative and social spaces fostering art and community) present Dine with the Photographer, an four-course meal and Q&A with three photographers represented in the Photography for Empowerment exhibition currently on show at the Collective’s three establishments.  The event takes place at Nesat Seafood House; featured photographers are Shunsuke Mitatake, Scott Rotzoll and James Kent.  Limited seats – register now. 
More info

From Monday 3 through to Saturday 8 in Battambang, the S’Art Urban Art Festival features “a painting competition, student-designed floats, engaging workshops, and discussions that explore trending topics in Cambodian art and culture.  Get ready for artist talks, art exhibitions, fashion shows, art parades, after-dark art experiences, hands-on workshops, and more—all designed to spark creativity and inspiration. Moreover, it’s a space where artists can connect, share ideas, and open doors to exciting new opportunities!”
More info

Starting in November, new Tuol Tom Pong venue The House of Jazz will be hosting a poetry night every third Wednesday of the month.  They are currently seeking a host and interested poets. 
More info via email

Coming next month is the 16th edition of the Photo Phnom Penh Festival.

Ongoing….

Exhibitions:  

Bophana Center
Alive, a new exhibition by Kim Hak, “a long-term photography project that brings memories attached to objects.”  Until November 15.
More info

The Gallerist
Rolling exhibitions of mostly Cambodian artists.  Currently on display is work by DinArt.
More info

MiMü
Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House features research, knowledge sharing, workshops, and visual presentations through various media, showcasing videos, prints, installations, and fine arts through interactive events and live performances.  Currently on display is Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time, an exhibition featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill.
More info

Plantation
The Art Always Comes First, an exhibition of new and older works by rising Cambodian artist Koem Keo Socheat (see Drop Cloth above).  “She is not a commercial artist—her work is about ideas, culture, and emotion. She wants viewers to understand her art, not just look at it.”
More info

Raffles Le Royal Phnom Penh
A journey with Im Pisey, curated by The Gallerist is now on display until January 15. 
More info

Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor (Siem Reap)
Harmony, a show by Morn Chear and Nak Noy with TRIBE Cambodia curated by Nat Di-Maggio.
More info

The River Gallery (Siem Reap)
Exhibition by Colors of Cambodia Collective featuring Hour Soben, Thy Channarak,
Sorm Narath, Loun Lon, Sophany Sor, Sophanin Sor, Bill Gentry, Son Kosal, Set Soeng
and Julia Haw.
More info

Romchiek 5 Art Space
Battambang contemporary art studio.  Rolling exhibitions.  Media: Le Petit Journal (FR)(June 2025)

Silapak Trotchaek Pneik / YK Art House
More info

Sosoro – Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum
The current temporary exhibition is Into the Light: the retrieved painting of Phnom Penh’s Silver Pagoda, paintings rediscovered in the Preah Keo Morkot Church. Open daily (except Monday) from 9 am – 6 pm. 

Space Four Zero
Art gallery and vinyl lounge featuring prints, paintings, vintage posters, pop art, books, CDs and rare vinyl, collectables and groovy gifts.  Open daily at new premises at #25 Street 240 near Street 19 (by The Shop and Red Apron)
More info

Sra’Art
Nature’s Palette, a contemporary art exhibition by Emily Marques.  “Explore nature’s rhythms of death, rebirth, chaos, and renewal through vibrant paintings that reflect resilience and harmony.” 

Stairwell Gallery
“KALA’s series for the Echoes exhibition channels the architecture of Phnom Penh—those striking lines, organic shapes, and unexpected colour collisions you find walking through the city. She blends Wabi-sabi imperfection with Bauhaus punch, using mixed media, plaster, and natural fabrics to create something that feels both minimal and alive.”
More info

Tribe Cambodia (Siem Reap)
Permanent showroom for works of Nak Noy.
More info

Regular events, classes, sessions:

N o w h e r e Art Studio (relocated to Maloop) occasional workshops.
More info

No Frame Party hosts weekend art workshops in a variety of forms at venues around Phnom Penh. 

Life Drawing Phnom Penh – Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6.30pm, at Station 350.

More Flamingos present art workshops on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 pm at WILD. 
More info

Thursdays to Sundays at K’Atelier – art classes for all levels of experience. 
More info

A weekly class in life drawing for kids with Anastasia at Pteah Chas Community.
More info

Khmer Architecture Tours conducts Sunday architecture tours in Phnom Penh to promote the understanding of modern architecture in Cambodia, focusing on buildings erected after independence in 1953, described as ‘New Khmer Architecture’, while setting these in the historical context of Phnom Penh.  Here is the schedule for January – June 2025. 

Kumnooh was established in May 2013 as a sister publication to LengPleng.com, the online music magazine for Cambodia, to provide basically a gig guide for the wider arts, covering art galleries, literature, dance, cinema, photography and now comedy. 

Perhaps you would consider becoming a Friend of Kumnooh, where we ask venues, artists and/or individuals to show their support by making a small monetary contribution (12 months for $75, six months for $40 or three months for $25) to keep the lights on and to increase our coverage with articles and mini-profiles.  In return you receive a boost in promotion, including a non-Facebook web page on our site for direct contact with the dedicated arts audience.  Queries by return email – fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.

For a more rock’n’roll view of Phnom Penh and the wider Cambodian music scene, please check out our sister publication lengpleng.com, the long running live music gig guide.

Send a ‘subscribe’ email to fabianhipp@kumnooh.com to receive Kumnooh in your inbox every Tuesday lunchtime.

Are we missing something?  Let us know at fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.
See you about…

Fabian Hipp
Kumnooh
fabianhipp@kumnooh.com

Department of Mutual Support: Friends of LengPleng (and Kumnooh too)
Crossing over from our sister site LengPleng are supporters YK Art House and Space Four Zero.  For less than 6,000 riel a week you too could have your venue/business promoted deep into the arts audience; or you might just like to support the work being done by these two entities who trawl Facebook so you don’t have to.  For more information: fabianhipp@kumnooh.com / gigs@lengpleng.com, or bail up Scoddy wherever you see him.  

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Kumnooh: Cambodia arts for week commencing 21 October 2025

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Greetings:

Drop Cloth … a few things you might not know about

Koem Keo Socheat.  “I love my name.  I can see something behind that, and combined together with my name is how I am.”  Her current exhibition at Plantation, The Art Always Comes First, is her third solo show, and combines new work with some retrospective pieces. 

What do you feel is important about art? 
For me art is emotionally simple, is connected to action, the activities that we are doing.  The first thing to do is look at myself – what should I do?  An especially important thing for me being in the present, what should I do, how can I do, what is the intention behind it, and the connection to everything around me. 

I am interested in how the art is connected to the artist.  When I look at the art and the artist I want to see if they are together or not.  If they are together, they show the intention.  This is what we learn from each other, how can the art have an impact on us?  Sometimes it is positive or negative. 

I do not say people should understand what I am doing, they can do and think what they want.  Art is connected to everyone, the dharma, looking at nature, how people can stay together.  People try to understand, and the first thing is about understanding themselves, so they can find peace together. 

I create symbols.  But always with intention behind, connected to dharma, to behaviour, to relationships, to culture, to tradition, to male/female.  For me male and female, we are really together, two in one.  I have a drawing with crocodiles representing the male and the water, and the female is the earth.  They are together, water and earth.  Find peace within ourselves and both can stay together very well.  It connects to the Khmer culture also, since long ago, the women are always important.  Who is the role model for the women? 

An early art memory
When I began to learn about myself it was like waking up from sleeping.  Starting to prepare what I should do, what I want to do. 

The last thing you had to eat
I love this question.  The last thing I had to eat was some salt.  And then I have to drink water. 

How did you get your start in art?
I studied art at the Royal University of Fine Arts for four years, I graduated in 2018.  But I think four years was not enough, just a short time for me.  I keep researching, not just in the class, everywhere.  It will never end.  I keep reading again and again, always finding something different. 

When did you first leave Cambodia?
2023. 

A book or movie you keep going back to
Every day is a book about myself.  We are all connected to everything, and also connected to the people around us.  I keep preparing myself, before I get the pencil, I see things happening around me.   

What languages do you speak?
This is an interesting question for me, you will be surprised at my answer: the language that I speak is the chemistry language.  Not far away from me, from you, from what we are talking now, what we are discussing now. 

A country that you would like to visit
The country I would like to visit is the one that is farthest away from me.

Something people should know about you
I am a woman, a sister, and could be a mother.  Because in here I am the sister and mother, not just sister or just mother. 

What’s currently standing in the way of you achieving your biggest dream?  
I know art is my duty, what I should do?   Because we cannot change anyone, depending on their behaviour.  I just look at myself, how can I share to the people around. 

Event listings:

Open since yesterday at Plantation is The Art Always Comes First, an exhibition of new and older works by rising Cambodian artist Koem Keo Socheat (see Drop Cloth above).  “She is not a commercial artist—her work is about ideas, culture, and emotion. She wants viewers to understand her art, not just look at it.”  Until 14 December.
More info

On Thursday 23, Sra’Art celebrate their sixth anniversary with a night of art roulette.  6 pm.  Media: Cambodgemag ; Phnom Penh Post
More info

Thursday 23 to Saturday 25 at The Box Office, Apple Tree Arts presents The Sins of the Father, a theatrical piece written and performed by Cat Isaacs – see Drop Cloth last week.  Minimum age 16.   7.30 pm each night. 
More info and tickets

On Friday 24, the French Institute presents a night of contemporary dance with Dalila Belaza (FR) at the Canadian International School of Phnom Penh. 
More info

The Bong Bonlai/YK Art HouseDay Time Open Mic is returning to a regular monthly schedule starting Saturday 25.   4 pm start, with a special free introduction to the Phnom Penh Ukulele Circle from 3 pm for the ukulele curious. 
On Sunday 26, the 15thMusica Felica choir charity concert, Living Hope, will be held at Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra. 
For Halloween, October 30 and 31, LoKey Theater present The Haunted Theatre Mystery.  Each experience lasts 30–45 minutes. Minimum age 16.
More info

November 1 at the Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House is the opening of the Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time exhibition, featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill. Coffill will be signing copies of his book.  From 6 pm.
More info

Starting in November, new Tuol Tom Pong venue The House of Jazz will be hosting a poetry night every third Wednesday of the month.  Currently seeking a host and interested poets. 
More info via email

Ongoing….

Exhibitions  

Bophana Center
Alive, a new exhibition by Kim Hak, “a long-term photography project that brings memories attached to objects.”
More info

The Gallerist
Rolling exhibitions of mostly Cambodian artists.  Currently on display is work by Takakazu Yamada.
More info

Meta House
Nature of Women, an exhibition by emerging Cambodian artists Billy S and Fia Ry, with contributions from Reaksa Bung (painting), Sao Sopheak (video), Yon Davy (dance), and Chan Vimean (text). 
More info

MiMü
Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House features research, knowledge sharing, workshops, and visual presentations through various media, showcasing videos, prints, installations, and fine arts through interactive events and live performances.  Currently on display is Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time, an exhibition featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill.
More info

Plantation
The Art Always Comes First, an exhibition of new and older works by rising Cambodian artist Koem Keo Socheat (see Drop Cloth above).  “She is not a commercial artist—her work is about ideas, culture, and emotion. She wants viewers to understand her art, not just look at it.”

Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor (Siem Reap)
Harmony, a show by Morn Chear and Nak Noy with TRIBE Cambodia curated by Nat Di-Maggio.
More info

The River Gallery (Siem Reap)
Exhibition by Colors of Cambodia Collective featuring Hour Soben, Thy Channarak,
Sorm Narath, Loun Lon, Sophany Sor, Sophanin Sor, Bill Gentry, Son Kosal, Set Soeng
and Julia Haw.
More info

Romchiek 5 Art Space
Battambang contemporary art studio.  Rolling exhibitions.  Media: Le Petit Journal (FR)(June 2025)

Sosoro – Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum
The current temporary exhibition is Into the Light: the retrieved painting of Phnom Penh’s Silver Pagoda, paintings rediscovered in the Preah Keo Morkot Church. Open daily (except Monday) from 9 am – 6 pm.  
Space Four Zero
Art gallery and vinyl lounge featuring prints, paintings, vintage posters, pop art, books, CDs and rare vinyl, collectables and groovy gifts.  Open daily at new premises at #25 Street 240 near Street 19 (by The Shop and Red Apron)
More info

Sra’Art
Nature’s Palette, a contemporary art exhibition by Emily Marques.  “Explore nature’s rhythms of death, rebirth, chaos, and renewal through vibrant paintings that reflect resilience and harmony.”  Thursday 9 Emily will present an artist talk and do some live painting. 

Tribe Cambodia (Siem Reap)
Permanent showroom for works of Nak Noy.
More info

Regular events, classes, sessions:

N o w h e r e Art Studio (relocated to Maloop) occasional workshops.
More info

No Frame Party hosts weekend art workshops in a variety of forms at venues around Phnom Penh. 

Life Drawing Phnom Penh – Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6.30pm, at Station 350.

More Flamingos present art workshops on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 pm at WILD. 
More info

Thursdays to Sundays at K’Atelier – art classes for all levels of experience. 
More info

A weekly class in life drawing for kids with Anastasia at Pteah Chas Community.
More info

Khmer Architecture Tours conducts Sunday architecture tours in Phnom Penh to promote the understanding of modern architecture in Cambodia, focusing on buildings erected after independence in 1953, described as ‘New Khmer Architecture’, while setting these in the historical context of Phnom Penh.  Here is the schedule for January – June 2025. 


Kumnooh was established in May 2013 as a sister publication to LengPleng.com, the online music magazine for Cambodia, to provide basically a gig guide for the wider arts, covering art galleries, literature, dance, cinema, photography and now comedy. 

Perhaps you would consider becoming a Friend of Kumnooh, where we ask venues, artists and/or individuals to show their support by making a small monetary contribution (12 months for $75, six months for $40 or three months for $25) to keep the lights on and to increase our coverage with articles and mini-profiles.  In return you receive a boost in promotion, including a non-Facebook web page on our site for direct contact with the dedicated arts audience.  Queries by return email – fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.

For a more rock’n’roll view of Phnom Penh and the wider Cambodian music scene, please check out our sister publication lengpleng.com, the long running live music gig guide.

Send a ‘subscribe’ email to fabianhipp@kumnooh.com to receive Kumnooh in your inbox every Tuesday lunchtime.

Are we missing something?  Let us know at fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.
See you about…

Fabian Hipp
Kumnooh
fabianhipp@kumnooh.com

Department of Mutual Support: Friends of LengPleng (and Kumnooh too)
Crossing over from our sister site LengPleng are supporters YK Art House and Space Four Zero.  For less than 6,000 riel a week you too could have your venue/business promoted deep into the arts audience; or you might just like to support the work being done by these two entities who trawl Facebook so you don’t have to.  For more information: fabianhipp@kumnooh.com / gigs@lengpleng.com, or bail up Scoddy wherever you see him.