18 October 2023 at 19: 19 PUBLISHED
The Bangkok Post has experienced a terrible week as two seasoned general photographers passed away due to disease.
Kamthorn Sermkasemsin, 86, passed away on Sunday after battling a protracted condition in the hospital.
Jarin Trakullertsathien, another 86-year-old fellow, passed away early on Tuesday. At the time, he was moreover receiving medical care in a hospital.
Both were seasoned photography who worked for the Bangkok Post when it had its headquarters on Ratchadamnoen Avenue. In contrast to today’s online and suddenly accessible photographs, it was a time when rolls of film had to be created.
Both joined the Post as photographers on October 1, 1964, as luck would have it, and it seems as though their profession were intertwined.
In 1968, Kamthorn was appointed Chief Photographer. Jarin was given more duty when he was elevated to Assistant Picture Editor in 1983, which also included promotion to photo editor.
Kamthorn was appointed Chief News Editor in 1986, but after 24 years of employment with the Post, he left in 1988. Jarin was appointed Chief Photographer in 1988 as a result of Kamthorn’s surrender, and he held that position until his retreat in 1997. He spent 33 years working at the Post.
Both gentlemen had different leadership styles, according to Sayant Pornnantharat, a previous Chief Photographer at the Post who worked for both of them.
Kamthorn was an expert at organizing and had a good sense of what kind of images would best capture an event or history. Before they left on an assignment, he had simple photographers.
They were sent out to take the photo once if they didn’t get what was assigned, according to Mr. Sayant.
He claimed Jarin was a more subdued leader who was honest, trustworthy, and committed to the team’s job.
Up until Friday, Kamthorn’s worship ceremonies may be held at Wat Thepsirin, Sala 4. On Saturday at 2 p.m., there will be a death meeting. In accordance with his desires, Jarin has donated his brain to Siriraj Hospital.
The Bangkok Post news, specifically its photography, will regrettably miss both people.