I think everyone who grew up in Singapore would be familiar with Julie’s.I’m really glad to be part of the lineup in their “The Best of You” exhibition held at the central atrium of Marina Square from 13-18 Oct 2015.
I showed Teppei because I feel that it fits in most with the theme. Audiences’ reactions to it are always fascinating to see:
The exhibition revolves around the stories of ordinary people placed side by side with the stories of personalities such as Cultural Medallion winner Dick Lee as ordinary people:
On to the artworks at the exhibition:
Here’s someone looking at Within/Without by Ivan Lee Mora, a glass artist based in Los Angeles, California:My favourite piece at the show is probably Dan Takeda’s 心 kokoro. From the outside it’s an assuming hole in the wall obscured by black drapes:
Upon entering however, it’s like another world. There’s only a tatami mat, the smell of incense, and an orchid with its roots exposed suspended in the air.
Arthur who invited me to be part of the show. I sat beside him when we were in Primary 1 and this is the first time we’ve spoken to each other in 20 years!I felt very loved by my parents who came all the way down to Marina Square for me. My husband caught my dad taking a photo of Teppei with his handphone.
Official website of the exhibition: