Myanmar: History Makes Art, And That Art Will Make History December 28, 2020 Walking toward Yangon’s art galleries the majestic colonial buildings line the streets. Some have been converted into luxury hotels a sign of Myanmar’s renewal. Yet most have been left untouched since British rule. Faded green paint peeling off the walls over markets that are filled with fruit as bright as traditional women’s clothing. “Myanmar has a long history filled with rich cultural traditions, that’s reflected in a distinctive emerging art movement,” said Gill Pattison, River Gallery. The nation is evolving from a turbulent history into a vibrant democracy that has given a new voice to talented local artists. “Art currently reflects an intense transition in Myanmar,” said Nathalie Johnston, Myanm/Art. “With pillars of religion and history.”