Vivid

Hot summer air has slowly come down to the level that we can feel when breathing. Traces of the past lingers in the Japanese-style yard. Disappearing noises and hidden passage of time submerge into the low fences in the back alley. Tall and short bamboo sticks stand upright in the yard. The top of the sticks have been turned into the shape of a ring, swaying in the breeze. Body, breath, light, shadow, warmth and flows of air crisscross in this silent space. Walking among the intertwined branches, in between the shimmering light I gently disturb the intangible texture of the space, with an attempt to open up what memories are able to carry.

Chih Fen Tsai's works involve the land and natural elements. Through her poetic sensitivity, the artist draws the inner energy from the local environment to complete her environmental art installation. Although soft and tender, the bamboo forest seen here tells of the strength and toughness of life.