Exhibition
Media Arts Category Finalist
Spring up II – Coexistence
Chen Yun-ju / Taiwan
Spring up II – Coexistence is a sound-sensitive installation consisting of motor-mechanisms that seem to contain small life-like organisms. These organisms are sensitive, and have the ability to hear and see just like humans and animals. Taking sound as a trigger to motivate the installation brings endless conversation between observers and their current environment.
Artist’s Statement
The inspiration for this artwork is derived from the experience of hiking. In the forest, a person can feel the presence of sunlight, birds, flowers, grass, trees, and bugs. Yet, these organisms will promptly go into hiding due to your presence. However, if you remain quiet for a period of time, they will get used to you and proceed with their normal activities. This artwork expresses the changes and reactions to an environment caused by the introduction of people and sounds.
