The artworks are hand-painted by a group of Korean artists, each specializing in different optical illusion styles.
The museum uses specific lighting techniques and geometric distortion to achieve the depth perception necessary for the 3D effect.
The facility is designed as a 'participatory museum,' meaning the experience is incomplete without a camera and a person in the frame.
The floors are painted as part of the exhibits, requiring visitors to remove their footwear before entering many sections.
Some murals include interactive floor markers that indicate the exact spot where the camera lens should be positioned for the best illusion.
The collection is rotated periodically, ensuring new themed rooms are added to replace older exhibits.
Art In Paradise is an interactive 3D art museum located inside the Esplanade Shopping Mall on Ratchadaphisek Road. It features various themed zones where visitors can pose with murals designed to create optical illusions, making the viewer part of the painting. The facility utilizes floor-to-ceiling trompe l'oeil paintings that appear three-dimensional when viewed from specific angles. The museum is divided into distinct sections, each with a unique theme such as surrealism, nature, and classic masterpieces. It is designed primarily as a photography-centric attraction where visitors are encouraged to interact physically with the exhibits. The museum serves as an indoor, climate-controlled destination suitable for avoiding Bangkok's intense heat.
The large-scale floor murals, specifically the 'deep ocean' or 'cliff edge' zones, which provide the most dramatic 3D perspectives.
Bring a companion or tripod, as most illusions require one person to be the subject and the other to be the photographer.
Look for small floor markers that show where the photographer should stand to capture the perfect perspective.
Wear comfortable, slip-on footwear, as you will be frequently taking your shoes off to enter exhibit areas.
Do not rush through the rooms; take the time to find the 'perfect angle' marker for each piece or the illusion will look distorted.
Visitors must remove their shoes before walking on the painted surfaces in the gallery zones; socks are recommended for hygiene.
