UNTOLD
The START Art Competition & Exhibition
serves as a platform for emerging young artists to challenge their creativity, showcase their talent, and gain meaningful exposure within a professional artistic environment. As part of the START Bangkok initiative, participants are given exclusive opportunities to engage with industry experts, helping bridge the gap between their current studies and future careers in the creative industries.
START BANGKOK.
A CREATIVE EDUCATION HUB
START Bangkok is where Thailand’s next generation of creatives begin their journeys.
We connect local talent with global opportunity through a UK-accredited Foundation Diploma, one-to-one portfolio mentoring, and creative short courses.
At START, studio culture, mentorship, and academic credibility come together in the heart of Bangkok.
START Summer Explore Course 2026
A five-day immersive experience designed for high schoolers to test-drive design education. Through studio-based workshops and personalized mentorship, students discover their creative strengths and build the foundational works needed to jumpstart their future portfolios
Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (UK Level 3 Equivalent )
A one-year programme designed to prepare students for admission to top art and design universities worldwide.
Through structured studio projects and close mentorship, students build the technical and conceptual portfolio required for higher study.
Portfolio Tutoring & Short Courses
Tailored one-to-one and small-group sessions help students strengthen their portfolios and creative confidence.
Short courses introduce new disciplines and techniques, guided by practising designers and educators who bring real-world insight into the classroom.
START Lab
START Lab is the light-filled studio where learning becomes practice — a purpose-built, open-plan environment designed for making, critique, and collaboration.
It’s the physical heart of START’s education model, where students work alongside mentors in a setting that feels both professional and inspiring.
START Community
At START, learning doesn’t end in the classroom — it lives through exhibitions, talks, and collaborations held within Woof Pack’s creative heart in Saladaeng.
From our regular series of Creative Futures panels and student showcases to pop-ups with industry leaders from Bangkok and beyond, our community brings students face-to-face with the people shaping design today.
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Scholarships & Support
Each year, START awards Creative Portfolio Scholarships to students who show outstanding potential and dedication.
The programme ensures that exceptional talent has access to the mentorship and resources needed to pursue international creative study.
Course Catalogue 2026
Your creative journey starts here. Explore our 2026 Course Catalogue to discover a range of mentor-led programmes, from foundational studio work to intensive portfolio workshops designed for the next generation of Thai talent.
