Niphon Nikachi, Ph.D., born in Pattani, Thailand, in 1956, is a distinguished artist and executive advisory board member of the International Watercolor Society (IWS) following his retirement. He lives and works in Pattani, where he operates the Nikachi Art Gallery. Dr. Nikachi holds a Ph.D. in Fine Arts and has an extensive career as both an artist and educator.
He has held solo exhibitions and participated in group exhibitions both in Thailand and internationally. Over the years, he has earned numerous awards, including titles such as Art Teacher Thailand Model, the Ideal Art Teacher of Thailand, the Rajabhat Diamond, and the prestigious Gold Garuda.