[ A Love Letter from the Moon ] by Jing Pang
Moving image, 2”48 2022
• Repetition, 1 hour, 30 minutes, six actions.
Dear running water,
Dropped off from the Bougainvillea unexpectedly. We were holding, jumping, winging, playing, and connecting in various ways. When we were standing in front of the water, I felt I had to go. Hesitation came to me; I wondered: What would happen if I didn’t? Am I being stubborn or self-centred if I insist? I’m not too fond of your stillness. Why was the silence so unbearable? Why would I want to see you, but I don't admit that I want to be around you? How can I have mutually conflicting feelings?
Fear and doubts appeared. It was pressuring me like a massive stone on my chest. I was sleeping in odd gestures with all the tension and anxiety. I was peeling my skin off until bleeding. I want to be free and capricious, but I don’t know how or what I want. You’re inspiring but also frustrating to me. I see myself so clearly in your reflections. It’s scary. I can’t take it anymore, so I have to flow away. Farewell water. I had a great and memorable time with you. I’m so sorry for being so weak and cowardly. Please live well. Forgive my selfishness. L
Ove, moon.
• Thanks to @performance_art_studies @bbbjohannesdeimling @monika_deimling
• PS: I found the white balloon at the end of the river. No trash was disposed of.