Portraits of Arthropods - Sentosa Exhibition 2016
An exhibition at Sentosa Exploring Centre, a look into the Arthropods of Singapore.
Thanks to Sentosa holding the exhibition and Fotohub for installing and printing the canvasses.
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2014-2015
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Portraits of History VI
2014-2015
Little India Now Exhibiting at Muffinry 112, Telok Ayer Street
Documenting the living before they become history. For the dead shall rest in peace. And, nothing is more vivid and intriguing than those which are living.
Choo Meng Foo
Portraits of Nature V – 探索热带雨林与人文思想
Exhibition at Nilo Gallery, Shanghai
A continuation in the exploration of nature in watercolor as a vehicle to express the eternal nature of things, referencing the value of Dao. In the opening chapter of Dao De Jing, it was said that the Dao that can be named is not the eternal Dao, the Name that can be Name is not the eternal name, as such it is really a challenge to capture the eternal nature of things – it is illusive. The series attempts to capture this illusive nature of things, writing its myriad forms and intangibilities.
The process is one of observation of nature and a series of thought process follows by a quick succession of brush strokes to capture the immediacy of the feeling that is dwelling inside my being and the being of nature. It is through this unity and oneness that the brushes, the strokes, the water, the colours and paper, they come into being, germinating into a piece of work. The works are a reflection of the being of nature and my state of being at a particular moment, which is unique in its occurrence. The works convey the eternal theme of the nature of things expressed through the imageries of plants and trees from the garden and forest of Singapore. They are figments of time and space, with the geo-location of Singapore, the Garden City. It is also an expression of my love for life as art and my country.
这是延续探索自然的第五系列，以热带雨林为载体，表达道与自然的永恒规律。虽然道德经第一章中提到：“道可道，非常道；名可名，非常名。有名为万物之始，无名为万物之母”，道难以琢磨，难以言说，难以表达，但尝试理解并以水彩画捕捉道法自然，已足以丰富我的内心世界。
创作过程先是观察自然，进行一系列的思考与构思，随后用画笔快速连贯地捕捉那刹那间内心对自然的感悟。正是通过这种快捷而流畅的动作，笔、划、水、水彩与纸张相互交融，演变成一幅幅瞬间的创作。它是某一时刻自然与我的存在，微妙和谐，唯一无二。
作品通过新加坡花园与森林中植物与树木的形象捕捉自然的永恒主题。它们是地处美丽的新加坡花园城市的某时刻和某空间的影像残骸，同时也是我对生活作为艺术和对国家的热爱与情感表达。在这里，水彩绘画成为一种探究道与自然之间关系的载体，将它们的千变万化和非物质性展现出来，呈现出万物本质的永恒主题。
Read morePortraits of Nature V, an exhibition at Affordable Art Fair 2013 - exploring the equatorial landscape
Life is but an experiential journey, and "Portraits of Nature" embodies one such journey of questioning and returning to nature. Nature holds the answers we seek; when we embrace her, we are humbled, and in her grace, we find peace.
Through swift and decisive brush strokes, nature is captured in its ephemeral moments, with its essence immortalized on paper.
This series serves as a continuation of exploring nature through watercolor, using it as a medium to express the eternal nature of things, drawing inspiration from the Dao in the Dao De Jing. The opening chapter of Dao De Jing states that the Dao that can be named is not the eternal Dao, and the name that can be named is not the eternal name. Capturing the eternal nature of things is thus a formidable challenge, as it remains elusive. This series endeavors to seize the elusive nature of things, embracing the passion, energy, and scholarly spirit that intertwines with life and art, delving deep into the mysteries of nature, and sharing the wisdom of the natural world with a broader audience.
生活，不过是一场丰富的体验之旅。《自然肖像》正是探索自然、质疑与回归自然的这样一段旅程。自然拥有所有答案。我们寻求她的智慧，拥抱她的怀抱，顿时感到无比谦卑。在她的恩典中，我们找到了宁静。
通过快速而果断的笔触，书写、捕捉大自然那稍纵即逝的时刻，将其精髓镌刻在纸上。
这是对自然的探索的延续，以水彩作为表达万物永恒本质的载体，借鉴道德经中道的价值。道德经的开篇便提到：道可道，非常道；名可名，非常名。因此，捕捉万物永恒本质实属挑战，道的本质难以捉摸。这一系列作品试图捕捉这种难以捉摸的自然本质。
在这一过程中，我们以激情、活力与学术精神探讨生活与艺术的交融，深入挖掘大自然的奥秘，以期将道法自然的智慧传递给更多的人。
Portraits of Nature II - Plants of Fort Canning 大自然系列
A series was painted in 2013
Exploring the nature of things through the vibrant medium of watercolors, one embarks on a journey of introspection and reflection, seeking to return to the source of all creation. Delving into the concept of indestructibility, we find within it a semblance of eternity and absoluteness, which may, in turn, reveal an unchangeable truth.
This eternal absolute transcends time, unrestricted and unfettered by its limitations. The challenge lies in capturing this absolute in a visual representation, using nature as a vehicle and watercolors as the medium to portray this profound idea. What, then, is this source and absolute that we seek?
Often, the question arises: "What is art?" Many prefer a painting to mimic the reality they see, admiring the likeness between the painted and the real. However, art delves deeper than mere replication, capturing the essence of the eternal and the timeless, encapsulating the soul of nature and life itself.
To explore the realm of art and the eternal, or to inquire about purchasing these passionate, energetic, and scholarly creations, please email: choomengfoo@outlook.com
探索万物之本质，通过水彩画这种充满活力的媒介，我们开始一段自省与反思的旅程，试图回归万物创造的源头。深入探讨不灭的概念，我们发现其中蕴含着永恒与绝对，这也许会揭示一种不变的真理。
这永恒的绝对超越时间，不受其限制和束缚。挑战在于如何将这种绝对表现在视觉作品中，以自然为载体、水彩为媒介来描绘这一深奥的思想。那么，我们所追求的源头和绝对是什么呢？
人们常问：“什么是艺术？”许多人喜欢画作能模仿现实，赞美画与真实之间的相似度。然而，艺术不仅仅是复制现实，它捕捉了永恒与时光的本质，凝聚了大自然和生命的灵魂。
要探讨艺术领域和永恒，或者咨询关于购买这些充满激情、活力和学术气息的作品，请发送电子邮件至：choomengfoo@outlook.com。
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山水抒豪情，雨林写情怀，新加坡的花草树木成为我们探索绘画艺术的源泉。在这充满文学与激情的追求中，我们发现摄影、绘画、哲学、文学、设计和心理学等知识领域彼此紧密相连，共同揭示宇宙的奥秘。宇宙以其独特的规律运行，从无到有，我们通过将其归纳为各种学科，简化后便能洞察它的规律。了解了这些规律，我们便能安下心来，游刃有余地应对生活。
在这场艺术探险中，我们深入大自然的灵魂，聆听新加坡花园城市的花草树木所传达的永恒与时光。以山水的辽阔和雨林的情怀为背景，我们努力捕捉艺术中永恒与时光的融合，体现知识的连贯性与世界的和谐共生。
In the realm of art, where passion and intellect intertwine, the exploration of the eternal absolute extends beyond boundaries. The connection between photography, painting, philosophy, literature, design, and psychology reveals the intricate threads that bind the universe. The cosmos operates under distinct laws, moving from nothingness to existence. We classify these manifestations into various disciplines, simplifying them to uncover their underlying principles. With this understanding, we can find tranquility and navigate life with ease.
In this literary and passionate pursuit, we delve into the soul of nature, embracing the essence of Singapore's flora and fauna. Depicting the majesty of mountains and waters, and the heartfelt emotions of the rainforest, these creations pay homage to the unique landscapes of the Garden City. Drawing inspiration from the interconnectedness of knowledge, we strive to capture the eternal and the timeless within our art.
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Portrait of Nature
Experience the wonder of Singapore's natural habitat with exhibition: Portrait of Nature, this coming February at The Foothills Fort Canning Park. Featuring works of local artists, Choo Meng Foo, Jason Sporkey Ang and Justin Chin through the means of photography, audio and video. Show your love and support, fellows!
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