Wishmaker (2025) is an experimental video performance where I explore the intersection of personal aspiration and ecological contemplation. Central to the piece is footage of myself attempting to inflate a windsock fashioned as a whale shark adorned with stars, symbolizing the cosmos. Accompanying this imagery are audio recordings from 38 individuals responding to the prompt, "What do you wish for the most?" The participants were encouraged to imagine if there existed an entity capable of granting wishes, what they would ask for. The non-hierarchical arrangement of these recordings allows the piece to unfold organically, avoiding a prescriptive narrative.
The choice of the whale shark motif reflects my fascination with its beauty and its profound ecological significance. By projecting participants' wishes into the sky through this iconic form, I aim to evoke a sense of interconnectedness with nature and the universe. While "Wishmaker" touches on themes of ecology and climate, its primary intention is to celebrate the inherent beauty of the whale shark and provoke contemplation on our relationship with the environment.
Through this project, I hope to inspire viewers to reflect on their own aspirations and consider our collective responsibility towards the natural world. Ultimately, Wishmaker invites viewers to gaze skyward with hope, imagining a world where our deepest wishes might find their place among the stars.
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