Sunday, July 15, 2012

T'estimo

“Sometimes, to lose balance for love is part of living balance in life.”

The morning following my first introduction lecture and performance in Bielsko-Biala, my mind started dancing bright early and finally dragged me out of bed around 7am.  Great, the perfect time for catching this slogan, finishing the movie Eat, Pray, Love, and writing it all down.

Since this is an artist residency, I have been walking around and brainstorming what to make in this little Polish city the past 1.5 week.  My concept involves using old abandoned buildings in the city, so permission has to be granted from the officials.  Who knows if I can actually work on them or have to change this and that to fit the regulation?  I’m not really worried.  One way or the other, art will grow through me to meet the world.

Seeing Julia Roberts travel through cities to find herself reminds me of my own time this past year.  After all the wild experience, I also met my love.  Perhaps it’s silly to think too far ahead.  When you meet that special someone who touches your soul and sparks up that fierce passion within you, what else can you do but to love and be loved? 

Now is the moment to live.  Let it be.  Miss him as your heart moves, send him your soothing vibe, meditate to simply be who you are, experiment your body in performance, create the form that has been growing in your subconscious… 

Whatever life brings to you, behold and flow.

或許我很傻,愛上一個未必有結果的異地戀人、在表演中把身心赤祼祼地表露、幻想可以在這個波蘭小市鎮進行接近不可能的計劃但這些憑真心幹的傻事,卻正正是生命中不能或缺及令人感到活著的重要元素。

這個小城很寧靜,物價指數偏低,最好的娛樂便是行街市,每每買到又平又靚的蔬果,我都不禁沾沾自喜,上星期完成了第一場演講及表演,雖然裝置計劃仍未獲批,但我並不焦急,藝術已經在我體內蠢蠢欲動,時機一到,她便會破繭而出。

生命之河帶我不住遊歷,不同體驗的機會接踵而來,既然有幸能與心靈接通的人墮進愛河,便在思念中送他暖心的能量,然後靜坐冥想時繼續學習回歸真我,放膽去創作試驗身體及藝術的可能性。

隨流水漂動,讓遍地開花。

Et trobo a faltar!
My usual sight in Sitges everyday!
My beloved David was about to open a cafe, so I tried to help as much as possible.  Here I was working on two doors.
To be honest, I actually quite enjoyed painting the bench.
Let's check out the wine cellar of the supplier, baby.
The not-so-manual process of the wine.
Most people would be thrilled about this kind of wine tasting, but I was more excited about the biscuit sticks which were served with the wine.
More self-amusement while waiting for friends, lalala...
Always an enjoyable time with lovely Linda!
Why so serious, my love?
I made the lunch for my favorite people in Barcelona. Yup!
Lin Lin, miss you already. :P
Artist making quick portraits for the cafe! 
I maybe the only Asian in the series, but is there something wrong with my eyes or what?
What kind of face would be appropriate when you miss the stop to your destination?
The main street of Bielsko-Biała.
Both Kostas & I love this gallery bar.
The back terrace is an awesome place to chill!
Do you find this old town square a little messy?
Abandoned buildings are my target.  What kind of art will grow on them?  Permission is the question.
Without any specific instruction, I went on the quest for the lake.
Though the lake wasn't exactly what I expected, at least I got some sun, swim & green!
How wonderful is this moment.
What do you think about life?
Charming night view of the city.
Nice company, delicious food, beautiful view...  what more do you want?
The Spanish artists, Juan & Naza, working hard on their mural.
Two connected coffees in "little Vienna".
Best dessert in town to wrap up Conney's 3-days visit.
Thank you for all the joy, comfort, and laughters you brought, my dear!
The organizer of my artist residence - Bielska BWA Gallery.
The spacious exhibition area.
Ready?
Slow down and feel.
Performing with my past.