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Hand from nowhere

By  Sammy Lai 2021

My work explores the thin line between reality and fantasy, creating visual narratives that challenge our perception of the everyday world. Through sculpture and installation, I invite viewers to step into a realm where the mundane collides with the extraordinary.

The "Hand from Nowhere" series, exemplified by the disembodied hand wielding a gun emerging from walls or floors, represents the unexpected intrusion of fantasy into our reality. These sculptures serve as portals, blurring the boundaries between the tangible world and the realm of imagination.

By juxtaposing familiar elements (a hand, a gun) with surreal presentation, I aim to evoke a sense of unease and wonder simultaneously. The pink cloud in one piece adds a layer of whimsy to an otherwise threatening image, further complicating the viewer's emotional response.

My work is not meant to provide clear answers, but rather to spark questions and ignite the audience's own imagination. I seek to remind viewers of the latent magic present in our world – a magic often overlooked in adulthood but vividly alive in childhood fantasies.

Through these pieces, I encourage viewers to reconsider their surroundings, to look for the extraordinary within the ordinary, and to embrace the possibility that reality itself might be more fantastical than we assume. My art serves as a bridge between the concrete and the imaginary, inviting each observer to complete the narrative with their own interpretations and experiences.

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