Hosts
Abby & Ginger
Guests
Dinu Li & Binghuang Xu
Summary
In this episode, Abby and Ginger engage with artists Dino Li and Bing Huang Xu, who reflect on their experiences during a research-based residency in Taishan, Guangdong province. The conversation explores themes of cultural heritage, family dynamics, and the role of socially engaged art in addressing societal issues. We discuss the challenges of the art ecology, the significance of personal experiences in shaping artistic expression, and the importance of women's voices in art and society. The episode highlights the intersection of art and community, emphasizing the power of storytelling and ancestral knowledge in creating meaningful connections.
Timeline
00:00 Introduction to the Residency Program
02:26 The Application Process and Initial Connections
05:58 Personal Reflections on Family and Art
09:13 Socially Engaged Art and Community Projects
12:18 Cultural Observations and Community Building
17:10 Challenges in the Application Process
22:26 Fieldwork Experiences in Taishan and Kaiping
28:34 Collaboration and Information Sharing
32:25 The Role of Innocence in Artistic Expression
39:06 Migration and Ancestral Knowledge
44:53 Gender Roles and Family Dynamics
50:27 The Impact of Social Media on Personal Narratives
56:28 Art as a Medium for Connection and Understanding
01:02:43 The Importance of Female Perspectives in Family History
01:09:44 Conclusion
Reference
1. British Council Connections Through Culture: https://arts.britishcouncil.org/projects/connections-through-culture-grants
2. Dinu Li: A Phantom’s Vibe: https://www.eseacontemporary.org/exhibition/dinu-li-a-phantoms-vibe
3. Making Space 新造空间: https://makingspacehome.notion.site/Making-Space-1bdde344b55c80ea919ff3004e3f8cd2
4. Residency | Moonlight Returns to the Ancestral Home 驻地｜回到祖屋的月光：在地记忆与田野之歌：https://makingspacehome.notion.site/Residency-Moonlight-Returns-to-the-Ancestral-Home-23ade344b55c801db5c8cf64e36ff3b1
5. 《离开母亲，走向母亲》，洪梦霞 https://www.qilucriticism.com/post/leavingmom