Arts Thread

This work is a collaboration between Brigette Teo & Nicky Josephine Tjandra. Adopting a multidisciplinary and symbolic approach to critique the socio-cultural and environmental challenges of contemporary society, the artists reflect on the profound cultural and environmental shifts characteristic of the Anthropocene — a term signifying the current geological age shaped predominantly by human activity. Through drawing from the long standing intertwined history of fibre work and technology, the installation seeks to preserve and celebrate the analogue methods of creating ‘slow art’ through crochet and manually taking apart dead electronics as a counterpoint to the accelerating pace of technological advancement and its implications on human identity, as the pursuit of efficiency is prioritised over the wellbeing of people. The work extends into research and text based practices, embodying a radical act of protest against institutional and societal norms that value speed over critical reflection and community, serving as both a tribute to traditional craftsmanship and a reflection of the artists' sentiments. Through the work, the artists hope to evoke critical dialogue on sustainability, community, and the often-overlooked histories and processes behind technology and art-making.