I discovered new talents and skills when I move to the United States. By the way, my name is Suwatana Rockland. I am from Thailand. A lot of people know me as "Pla." That is my nickname. My Dad and my Mom gave that name to me when I was born. Pla means fish in Thai. Don't laugh, but I am not a good swimmer! My father in law taught me to swim (sort of) when I first moved to the US. My career has included work as a Dancer, Choreographer, Producer, Director, Public Relations Director, Teacher, Jewelry Designer and  Costume Design.

She is currently a resident costume designer, professor, and costume shop supervisor at The College of Wooster, SUWATANA is originally from Thailand where she was a professional dancer, actress and choreographer. She has worked on commercials, TV shows, and stage productions and holds an MFA in Costume Design from Kent State University. Suwatana is a proud member of United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829, IATSE and USITT. Her professional credits have included: Cleveland Playhouse, Baldwin Wallace, Beck Center for The Arts, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland Public Theater, Dobama Theatre, East Meets West, Cleveland Public Theatre, Players Guild Theatre, Karamu House, Ohio Light Opera, Patravadi Dance Theatre, Porthouse Theatre, and Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe.