I Can Hear you, In an unfamiliar way
In this series of video works, there are a total of 9 character images, which are the artist's exploration of their own personalities. In this process of exploration, the artist caricatures each aspect of her personality in a self-deprecating manner. They are active, safe, serious, proactive, cautious, creative, calm, sinister and hysterical.
The artist herself voices these 9 characters, simulating a common language of prehistoric communities, and invites composer Niu Dou to blend their voices in a cappella style, breaking down the 'Tower of Babel' of human language.
Shan Hua's work focuses on the relationship between individuals and collectives and raises historical questions across faith, race, gender, and multilingualism.