CLOUDS
Blueprint of the Skies, 1.3521° N, 103.8198° E (Singapore), 2023
Cyanotype on Hahnemühle Bamboo 265gsm, 2AP + 7ed
"Melodies of the Skies: The Clouds Chorus and their Journey Home" 2023
1 marble, 2 limestones, 1 sandstone, 1 alabaster, wood, steel, cyanotypes, watercolours, high-definition single-channel video (color), 1/1 (Ed. of 1 + AP) / 3min.50sec., loop. monitor media player, headphone. Various dimensions: the area of the five sculptures H120cmxW110cmxL150cm + the cyanotypes and the watercolours 110x130cm + screen 32”
Melodies of the Skies and their Journey Home, 2023. High-definition single-channel video (color), sound. Ed. of 5 + AP 3min.51sec, loop. Monitor HD 1920x1080, media player.
Inspired by "The Clouds", a satirical play written by Aristophanes in 423 BCE. which explores themes of morality, and the power of persuasion. It offers a critique of the intellectual trends and societal values of ancient Athens while entertaining the audience with its humorous and exaggerated characters.
"The Clouds," are personified as deities. They are depicted as powerful and influential beings who have the ability to shape human behaviour and thinking. They are also represented as a chorus. They sing and dance throughout the play, providing commentary and adding a musical element to the performance.
January’s Sky, 2022. 35 screenprints and 10 AP
“Light Rays Cutting Through Clouds” 2021. Indian green soapstone, cypress wood, steel. 92cm x 39cm x 39cm
“Cloud Over Crate” 2020. Indian cream soapstone, pine wood, steel. 52cm x 35cm x 32cm
“Light and Dark Cloudy Shadows” 2018-2011. Winner of the Gilbert Bayes Award 2019. Marble, Limestone, wood, steel. 110cm x 55cm x 88cm