Vietexplorer2024

The upcoming workshops, initiated by Singaporean Jason Lim and Vietnamese Tran Luong, promise an insightful exploration of performance art. With a unique perspective, the project delves into the multi-faceted world of this art form. Performance art is a dynamic and versatile medium that fosters open dialogue and negotiation. It expands interactive spaces, encouraging discovery, sharing, and cultural exchange, ultimately promoting mutual understanding across diverse communities and backgrounds. From July 3 to 15, the Vietnamese leg of the project will offer a rich program. This includes performance art workshops, led by the project members themselves, along with in-depth discussions, talks, and field trips to immerse participants in the local context. A key highlight will be the workshops facilitated by Lim and Luong on July 7. Jason Lim, a ceramist, and performance artist with an educational background from Central Saint Martins, London, and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Techno...

The exhibition, *Untamed Souls*, presents a captivating contrast of artistic practices, exploring the physical, historical, and cultural dimensions of their craft. At the heart of the gallery lies a dramatic tableau—a banquet of symbols set for six. These cups, bowls, and platters form part of a larger series, *Wandering Souls – Lost Spirits*, comprising 54 place settings crafted between 2017 and 2023. Each setting represents one of the 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam, offering a unique perspective on the country’s diverse cultural tapestry. Artist Manh, born in 1984 in Vinh Phuc Province, is a member of the Vietnam Fine Arts Association. His generous and intimate invitation to share this meal encourages spectators to engage in a ritualistic experience. Earlier in 2024, a portion of this series was exhibited in Hanoi. Manh, who currently lives and works in the city, has worked with various media since 2006, including paint, fibers, objects, and ceramics. Tung, a graduate of the HCM Fin...