Beauty and desire can exist within the fields of death and the threats of bad luck.
Moving in Quiet offers a rich exploration of cultural heritage, personal identity, and transformation through a delicate blend of tradition and surrealism. Inspired by her recent trip to China, the exhibition invites viewers to slow down, lingering in a space of contemplation where the familiar and foreign, past and present, intertwine. Through intricate paintings, reimagined architectural forms, and text-based works, Louise recontextualises chinoiserie to reflect on the nuances of third-culture identity, alienation, and rediscovery. The intricacies of the afterlife, ancestral connections, and religious beliefs subtly emerge throughout the exhibition, evoking a profound sense of continuity between generations and a meditation on the spiritual dimensions of existence. The centrepiece, In Search of the Place Between the Clouds and Mountains, exemplifies her technical mastery, rewarding viewers with hidden symbols and stories that unfold with closer observation. The exhibition is a meditative invitation to engage with her work on a deeper, more personal level.
