Dear (Anne): Polyphonic Conversations on Rescue

Exhibition Overview

"Dear (Anne)" is a multi-media art exhibition inspired by the "Rescusci Anne" training doll. The show delves into the complex ethics and social structures behind the act of "helping," examining how human connections in times of crisis shift from mere survival needs into profound reflections on power, trauma, and the struggles of bystanders. Artists employ various media to challenge perceptions and redefine the role of art in examining contemporary social responsibilities and mutual aid.

Highlights

Serving as a continuation of the 2021 exhibition "Little Albert" held at Cattle Depot Artist Village, the original curatorial team and artists have reconvened for this new chapter. While the previous exhibition focused on the passive reflection of fear, "Dear (Anne)" advances to explore the active engagement of "rescue." The exhibition title is inspired by the "unknown girl" (L'Inconnue de la Seine) of the late 19th century, whose calm visage became the prototype for the global resuscitation doll. This transformation from a symbol of death to one of life-saving serves as the starting point for questioning the very definition of "help."

Artists and Mediums

The exhibition features works by artists including Chan Kin-sing, Cheng Sze, Kwan Yung-yee, Man Wing-yan, and Wong Wing-sang. Through a diverse range of forms—including painting, non-traditional calligraphy, mixed media installations, audio, video, and Artificial Intelligence (AI)—the artists break traditional boundaries. They transform the abstract concept of "rescue" into an experiential space for ethical discourse, inviting the audience to transition from mere observers to active participants in this deep exploration of survival, responsibility, and social intervention.

Venue & Access

The exhibition is hosted at 1a space. It functions not just as a visual display but as an in-depth social experiment, inviting continuous dialogue on the ethics of contemporary mutual aid.