Rojark

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ROJARK
Installation

Rojark revolves around the identity of Singapore – objects, people and places which are slowly vanishing or have vanished in our journey through development and modernisation. It suggests this identity as something that is visibly tangible, but yet intangible, and is a representation of this part of our Singapore as something that future generations might not be able to identify with. This installation is a demonstration of a haphazard and futile attempt at the preservation of this identity, upon the realisation that it might be too late.

The project hopes to evoke a sense of nostalgia and provoke a thought of our responsibility in the preservation of the Singapore identity through objects, people and places. We take for granted the uniquely Singapore factors that still exist around us now, which we might never get to see again as the country moves forward with the world. As our country develops, we have to make way for the future and abandon what no longer seems to fit in our context. A cultural heritage that is conserved and preserved is the country’s reflection on itself will guide the future generations in recognising our roots. This installation is much more than just preserving the physical aspect, but it also serves as an important reminder that we have to retain the inherent spirit and original ambience of these factors that make up our Singapore identity.

Project by Amelia Yuliana, Gerald Wee & Tisya Wong.