Kanaid Silsat obtained his Master in Education at the University of Baroda, in 1983. After teaching and practicing arts for more than 30 years, he obtained his PhD, in Ancient and Asians Study, at Magadh University (India), in 2009. This experience gave him strong inspiration in his creation. Currently, he is an assistant professor in arts in Khon Kaen University, in Thailand.
His artworks are concerned with the essential value systems that lie at the core of his culture. He is focused on preserving cultural traditions facing the current influence and challenges of global culture. Additionally, he re-interprets the traditions and cultural symbols through contemporary techniques.