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What makes something special

By  Sammy Lai 2022

Does the same thing bring out different narratives in different places?
If art leaves the venue outside the spotlight, will the setting of the same mode change the artistic conception and intention of the same artist? As an artist, it still makes sense that this is a futile outcome or worthwhile act.
I am not challenging the functional concept given by the art venue. Still, I think it is more likely to lead the audience to find a conceptual means of understanding the world beyond the boundaries brought by contemporary art.
Interestingly, the interior of this work is in a static state, insects and microorganisms are accelerating the decomposition of dead leaves, and there is expected to be another scene after the exhibition. It is believed that the audience will judge the difference between the leaves piled up indoors and the group of leaves observed by outdoor monitoring. There is no doubt that everything will eventually return to its natural state.
 

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