Text/ Lin Yi-Huei
In many fairy tales, forests are often depicted as gateways to another world, while dreams are seen as symbols of mystery and the unknown, brimming with endless possibilities. Inspired by this perspective, the artist poses a question: What kind of dream would a forest have if it were to dream?
The soil nurtures the forest and carries our past and future. The intertwined roots in the soil symbolize the connection between the artist and nature. Through the creative process, the artist glimpses the dream of the forest.
In ancient times, shamans sought the meaning of life and the truths of the universe by following the footprints of deer. Similarly, the artist explores another unknown realm through handprints in the soil. This transformation from the intangible to the tangible is akin to a deer guiding us into the forest's dream.
The exhibition offers viewers an opportunity to see from the artist's perspective. Through this journey, the creations lead viewers into a dialogue with the universe, reinterpreting the elusive imagery of dreams. As viewers return from the dream to reality, this newfound understanding and emotion will be carried back into their daily lives, conveying the essence of the forest's dream.