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Spirit of Resourcefulness, 2025 (found objects, water, organic material, water pumps, tubing)

Lim's exploration of the connection between water and objects weaves together themes of culture, sustainability, and the cyclical nature of life. For her, water is more than a physical element; it’s a vital force that brings the objects in her installation to life. Its fluidity, transformative power, and essential role in sustaining life give these items a dynamic quality. Water embodies cycles, encouraging viewers to think about where water and these objects come from and deepening our understanding of resourcefulness.

Lim also reflects on Taiwan’s complex relationship with water, highlighting both its nurturing and destructive sides. While water supports lush greenery and sustains life, it can also unleash natural disasters. This duality sparks conversations about how water shapes our environments and communities. By addressing both the positive and negative impacts of water, the haphazard looking fountain touches on the delicate balance that exists in nature. 

Her inventive use of materials, inspired by the people of Taiwan, celebrates the creativity found in everyday life. By linking these ideas, her installation reminds us of the connections between water, objects, culture, and the environment. Through this perspective, Lim encourages us to think about how we relate to our surroundings and the things we own, ultimately fostering a creative approach to sustainability in our daily lives.

Spirit of Resourcefulness 2, 2025 (found objects, water, organic material, water pumps, tubing)
Located in a lively market, surrounded by meat butchers, with an elderly woman rolling dumplings on the left and a woman selling vegan food on the right. The air is filled with the sounds of chopping knives, bargaining voices, and busy workers going about their routines. Amidst the chaos, a water fountain stands quietly—so ordinary it could be mistaken for another stall holding personal belongings. The installation seamlessly blends into its surroundings, yet invites viewers to pause and be present. Throughout the exhibition, visitors began treating the fountain as a wishing well, dropping coins into it. 

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