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Directing Producer · Weaving the Sacred | 2026-present
I initiated "Weaving the Sacred", an artist residency in collaboration with the Creative Sri Don Chai Project and Professor Pollavat Praphattong of Mae Fah Luang University. The residency brought together a group of Tai Lue elder weavers (P'Nong, Mae King, Mae Ok, Mae Yod) to explore how can weaving unveil our relationships with the sacred?
Working with paper cutting artist Kritsadanai Somboonmai to translate oral stories into tangible visual forms, and with community coordinator Kru Saeng Duan as cultural bridge, the residency created the conditions for weavers who had never thought of themselves as storytellers to begin encoding their cosmological knowledge and their ancestral memory into large-scale textile works. Two weavers, P'Nong and Mae King, continued through the full residency process and what emerged in them was a shift that went beyond craft: a growing sense of themselves as artists with something urgent to say.
Format: Artist residency & Textile art
Location: Sri Don Chai village, Chiang Khong, Chiang Rai, Thailand
Date: January 2026
Status: Ongoing, leading into Weavers for the Mekong
Credits
Producer and Creative Director: Cat Lau
Academic Partner and Community Anchor: Professor Pollavat Praphattong, Mae Fah Luang University
Community Coordinator: Kru Saeng Duan
Paper Cutting Artist: Kritsadanai Somboonmai
Weavers: P'Nong, Mae King, Mae Yod and Mae Ok
Photography: Phobthum Yingpaiboonsuk
Special Thanks: Professor Pollavat Praphattong and the Creative Sri Don Chai Project, Mae Fah Luang University, Thailand's Creative Economy Agency
Working with paper cutting artist Kritsadanai Somboonmai to translate oral stories into tangible visual forms, and with community coordinator Kru Saeng Duan as cultural bridge, the residency created the conditions for weavers who had never thought of themselves as storytellers to begin encoding their cosmological knowledge and their ancestral memory into large-scale textile works. Two weavers, P'Nong and Mae King, continued through the full residency process and what emerged in them was a shift that went beyond craft: a growing sense of themselves as artists with something urgent to say.
Format: Artist residency & Textile art
Location: Sri Don Chai village, Chiang Khong, Chiang Rai, Thailand
Date: January 2026
Status: Ongoing, leading into Weavers for the Mekong
Credits
Producer and Creative Director: Cat Lau
Academic Partner and Community Anchor: Professor Pollavat Praphattong, Mae Fah Luang University
Community Coordinator: Kru Saeng Duan
Paper Cutting Artist: Kritsadanai Somboonmai
Weavers: P'Nong, Mae King, Mae Yod and Mae Ok
Photography: Phobthum Yingpaiboonsuk
Special Thanks: Professor Pollavat Praphattong and the Creative Sri Don Chai Project, Mae Fah Luang University, Thailand's Creative Economy Agency
Writer · "How to Wisdom Trails" on Substack | 2025-2026
Alongside the production of "Remembering the Sacred", I documented the journey in real time through a four-part written series published on Substack. Where the documentary captures what the elders share, the writing captures the process, including the preparation, the uncertainty, the moments of unexpected grace, and the slow education in how to truly listen.
The series is structured around the four pillars that shaped both the documentary process. Written in English, the series builds a public narrative around the work as it unfolds, inviting readers into the process as fellow seekers.
Format: Four-part written series
Platform: Substack
Language: English
Publication: How to Wisdom Trail by Cat Lau
The series is structured around the four pillars that shaped both the documentary process. Written in English, the series builds a public narrative around the work as it unfolds, inviting readers into the process as fellow seekers.
Format: Four-part written series
Platform: Substack
Language: English
Publication: How to Wisdom Trail by Cat Lau
Community Field Documentation · Instagram Reels | 2025
These short documentary reels were made during field visits to indigenous communities inThailand, Following the completion of Remembering the Sacred, I was invited by the Moklen in Phang Nga and the Karen Pwo in Suphanburi to understand their views of the world. They showed me how to live in deep reciprocal relationship with their land through ritual and what it means to listen.
Platform: Instagram
Format: Short documentary reels
Communities: Moklen, Phang Nga | Karen Pwo, Suphanburi
Platform: Instagram
Format: Short documentary reels
Communities: Moklen, Phang Nga | Karen Pwo, Suphanburi
Directing Producer · Remembering the Sacred | 2024 - present
I created "Remembering the Sacred", a 30-minute documentary made in a time when wellness had become an industry and ancient healing practices was being extracted from their spiritual roots, the film asks: what happens when we forget the Sacred?
To answer that question, I traveled across seven Thai provinces, sitting with spiritual elders and traditional folk medicine practitioners who carry knowledge that has been passed down for generations but rarely documented. Managing all aspects of production — research, scripting, travel logistics, budgeting, and post-production — I brought my journalism training and healing practice together to create a film to remind us of the wisdom the modern world urgently needs.
Remembering the Sacred is made for a generation of Thai people who feel the pull of their ancestral roots but do not always know how to find their way back. The film is currently in post-production and will be completed in 2026.
Format: 30-minute documentary
Language: Thai and English
Status: Post-production, completion 2026
Credits
Producer: Cat Lau
Directors: Cat Lau, Shuangman Miao
Director of Photography: Shuangman Miao
Editors: Shuangman Miao, Pat Jema
Writers: Cat Lau, Shuangman Miao
Color Grading: Pat Jema
Animators: Mild Niamkongkit, Adisra Promthep
Transcribers: Sasiwimon Kantawong, Chatchaya Suwankaisorn
Special Thanks: Pimvimaan Becker, Satien Thongtho, Jutathip Sukjaroen, Kitsanapon Kansiri, Sompit Pitasing, Prasert Sawongtrakul, Rosalia Namsai Engchuan, Kim Visudharomn, Teirra Kamolvattanavith, Pakorn Musikaboonlert, Tarini Graham
To answer that question, I traveled across seven Thai provinces, sitting with spiritual elders and traditional folk medicine practitioners who carry knowledge that has been passed down for generations but rarely documented. Managing all aspects of production — research, scripting, travel logistics, budgeting, and post-production — I brought my journalism training and healing practice together to create a film to remind us of the wisdom the modern world urgently needs.
Remembering the Sacred is made for a generation of Thai people who feel the pull of their ancestral roots but do not always know how to find their way back. The film is currently in post-production and will be completed in 2026.
Format: 30-minute documentary
Language: Thai and English
Status: Post-production, completion 2026
Credits
Producer: Cat Lau
Directors: Cat Lau, Shuangman Miao
Director of Photography: Shuangman Miao
Editors: Shuangman Miao, Pat Jema
Writers: Cat Lau, Shuangman Miao
Color Grading: Pat Jema
Animators: Mild Niamkongkit, Adisra Promthep
Transcribers: Sasiwimon Kantawong, Chatchaya Suwankaisorn
Special Thanks: Pimvimaan Becker, Satien Thongtho, Jutathip Sukjaroen, Kitsanapon Kansiri, Sompit Pitasing, Prasert Sawongtrakul, Rosalia Namsai Engchuan, Kim Visudharomn, Teirra Kamolvattanavith, Pakorn Musikaboonlert, Tarini Graham
Director, Writer & Social Media Strategist · Rooral | 2020-2023
I wrote and directed brand videos for Rooral, shaping visual narratives that brought their mission of rural reconnection to life. These stories highlighted the wisdom of remote Spanish villages and the emotional transformation that comes from slowing down and living in harmony with nature and community. In addition to leading video storytelling, I developed and executed social media content strategies to extend Rooral’s message across platforms—creating visually cohesive, values-driven content that deepened engagement and built brand identity. My work helped position Rooral as a lifestyle movement that invites people to see that their wellbeing is interrelated with the wellbeing of their community.
Photos by Berta Vicente Salas
Photos by Berta Vicente Salas
Co-Producer, Writer & Host · Dusit Hotels & Resorts 2022
I co-produced, wrote, and hosted a series of in-room wellness videos for Dusit Hotels & Resorts, designed to align with the brand’s spa philosophy and hospitality values. The videos offered guests accessible mindfulness practices, guided breathing, and gentle movement to support relaxation and emotional wellbeing during their stay. My role involved creative development, scriptwriting, and on-camera hosting, ensuring the tone and visuals reflected Dusit’s serene and culturally rooted spa experience.
Creative Director & Producer · Words of Wisdom 2021
I created Words of Wisdom as a healing offering rooted in my Thai shamanic lineage. As producer, host, and creative director, I wove together ancestral teachings with modern-day guidance to support emotional wellbeing and spiritual reconnection. I scripted and directed this video drawing from my family's oral traditions and my own training in somatics, art, and trauma-informed coaching. This project served as a bridge between sacred heritage and contemporary healing, offering grounded wisdom to individuals seeking meaning, clarity, and inner restoration.
Photographer & Writer · The Spruce Eats | 2021
As a contributor to The Spruce Eats, I wrote culturally articles on Thai cuisine, sharing both traditional recipes and the personal stories behind them. My writing focused on making Thai cooking techniques approachable for home cooks while honoring the cultural context and ancestral knowledge embedded in each dish. Through narrative-rich recipes and culinary insight, I helped readers connect with the deeper roots of Thai food culture.
Storytelling & Content Strategist · Patom & Sookjai Foundation 2018-2020
At Patom, I traveled across Thai provinces to document the lives of organic farmers supported by the Sookjai Foundation. Drawing on my journalism background, I conducted interviews and field visits to capture farmers' personal journeys, their deep relationships with the land, and their transition to organic farming. My role extended beyond storytelling to include content creation and business development, helping transform raw farm products into accessible offerings for urban consumers. This work aimed to bridge rural wisdom and city life while protecting Thailand’s traditional farming heritage.
(Photos by Anak Navaraj)
(Photos by Anak Navaraj)
Producer, Host & Editor · Cookly | 2017
I led the end-to-end production of a vlog-style travel video series across Thailand, Japan, and Indonesia for Cookly’s culinary platform. As producer, I managed all aspects of pre-production and international logistics—including shoot schedules, location scouting, and coordination with local chefs and guides. I also wrote scripts, hosted on camera, and oversaw editing to ensure the storytelling reflected each region’s unique culinary identity. These videos combined cultural insight with travel storytelling, helping position Cookly as a trusted source for authentic food experiences around the world.
Writer & Photographer · Food Republic | 2017
I researched, wrote, and photographed editorial features that spotlighted lesser-known Thai dishes and the cultural heritage they embody. Through interviews with local cooks, and original photography, I documented regional dishes often overlooked in mainstream narratives. This work served to preserve culinary traditions at risk of being forgotten, blending cultural journalism with visual storytelling to make Thailand’s endangered food heritage accessible to a global audience.
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