[ Taipei Times::: Nirvana Era-The Word of Exotic ]
Lin Shi-chi (林時植) is a ceramicist with a background in engineering. He incorporates his knowledge in both fields to create hybrid sculptures made with used computer and industrial materials and ceramic clay. Lin draws inspiration from philosophies about life and their relationship with cosmic truths. His solo exhibition, Nirvana Era-The Word of Exotic, at the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute features 17 new sculptural works that reflect upon the possible future of our currently endangered natural habitat caused by the industrial developments of humans. The works on view resemble alien species that have evolved after the destruction of the earth. His seemingly improvisational process is based on a deep process of introspection, writes the museum in a press release. No.12 is a re-imagined species that seems to have evolved through a combination of fish, coral, and greasy machine chains. No. 14 consists of a metal-box with abstract textures, a street sign, and a fish attached to its surface. Through these works, the artist hopes to encourage a greater awareness of environmental concerns and encourage discussion regarding the human impact on natural habitat.
http://www.taipeitimes.com/…/feat/arc…/2018/06/01/2003694093
■ National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute Taipei Branch (臺北當代工藝設計分館), 41, Nanhai Road, Taipei City (台北市南海路41號), tel: (02) 23887066-9969. Opens Tuesdays to Sundays from 9:30am to 5:30pm
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