Wang Guo-ren’s deer sculpture called the Deer God measures well over 10 feet if you include its antlers. It’s part of Eco Art on Island by TAAC. Constructed completely of fallen pieces of wood and tree branches that have been colorfully painted, the deer seems to have magically taken up residence on the lawn outside of the Taiwanese American Arts Council House 17.
Inside of the house we spoke with Julia Hsia about her exhibit “Wear Enough” which includes artifacts made with paper and receipts.
In September we ventured over to Governors Island to meet artists in residence Wang Guo-ren and his sculpture entitled the Deer God, and Julia Hsia.
This year’s house theme is Eco Art on Island and as you hear at the beginning of the episode we were outside with the lovely sounds of nature like birds, and the more than occasional airplane flying overhead, many of which had to be edited out. Special thanks to Julia Hsia for helping to translate for Guo-ren at the beginning of the episode, before we moved indoors to interview her.
Related Links:
Julia Hsia’s website: https://juliahsia.com
Wang Guo-ren’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wang_art
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