Wisdom, Irene Ho

Watercolor, poster color, ink, 2022.

My fascination with portraying the hands of elders, adorned with intricate tattoos, stems from a profound connection to the wisdom embedded in Taiwanese indigenous culture. Through dynamic composition, I strive to vividly capture the richness and vibrancy of these traditions, exploring a personal obsession with the nuanced details that reflect a deeper narrative. Each stroke serves as a testament to my reverence for the hands that carry the weight of ancestral knowledge, creating a visual dialogue that extends from my previous artworks, where the hands become a symbolic thread linking the essence of cultural heritage and the enduring wisdom held within.