TUNNELING
穿 隧
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Tunneling
"Tunneling 1" is a collage made from DNA gel electrophoresis images, while "Tunneling 2" and "Tunneling 3" are based on DNA gel electrophoresis images combined with microscopic images of the artist's own blood cells. These images are printed on washi paper using inkjet technology, then hand-torn into small pieces and collaged to evoke the imagery of a meteor shower. The work embodies the artist's heartfelt prayers for a friend suffering from leukemia, symbolizing the hope that life will ultimately emerge into light after traversing the dark tunnel of illness. Gel electrophoresis is a molecular biology technique used to analyze the size of DNA fragments. Throughout this experimental process, the flow patterns of DNA and their ordered, ladder-like structure reveal distinct trajectories, quietly narrating the scientists' rigorous pursuit of understanding the genetic code. The onset of leukemia is caused by genetic mutations that disrupt the body's hematopoietic system. While DNA serves as an eternal memory that transcends the individual, it can become disordered in the fleeting moments of life, much like a shooting star. Disease represents an unavoidable shadow in life, reminding us that we must navigate one tunnel after another in the cyclical interplay of stability and collapse to complete our journey. The tunneling effect in quantum physics refers to the phenomenon where particles pass through barriers under seemingly impossible conditions. The artist believes that life can likewise demonstrate resilience and miracles amidst illness and adversity. Through the interplay of DNA fragments and personal blood imprints, Ling depicts the paths of meteor showers and cloud shadows, conveying hope for disordered bodies and minds. She anticipates her friend's swift recovery while also paying tribute to the dedication of healthcare professionals and science researchers. Special thanks to Professors Laura Machesky and Robert Insall from Robinson College, the University of Cambridge, and Thieme T. Schmidt from the Cavendish Laboratory, the University of Cambridge, for their invaluable support. |
穿隨
《穿隨一》是DNA凝膠電泳影像的拼貼作品，《穿隨二》及《穿隧三》是以DNA凝膠電泳影像與藝術家自身血液細胞的顯微鏡影像為基礎，這些影像經過噴墨印刷於和紙上，隨後手工撕碎成小片，拼貼成流星雨的意象。作品寄託了藝術家對一位罹患白血病友人的懇誠祈願，生命在穿越病痛的黑暗隧道後，最終將迎來曙光。 凝膠電泳是一種分子生物學技術，用於分析DNA片段的大小。在此實驗過程中，DNA的流動型態與有序的階梯狀結構展現了各種獨特的軌跡，靜述著科學家對遺傳密碼的嚴謹探索與理解; 而白血病的發生源於基因突變，破壞了身體的造血系統秩序。DNA作為超越個體的永恆記憶，卻在短暫的生命中如流星般瞬間失序殞落。疾病作為生命中不可避免的幽暗階段，提醒我們在穩定與崩壞的無常循環之間，必須穿越一條又一條隧道，才能完成生命的旅程。 量子物理學中的穿隨效應是指粒子在看似不可能的情況下穿越障礙的現象，藝術家相信生命在疾病和困境中同樣可以展現韌性和奇蹟。凌佩詩透過DNA秩序片段與個人血液印記的交織，描繪出流星雨的路徑與雲影，對失序的身體和心靈傳遞希望，期待友人早日康復，同時對醫護人員和科研人員致敬。 特別感謝英國劍橋大學羅賓森學院 Laura Machesky教授及Rober Insall 教授, 以及英國劍橋大學卡文迪許實驗室Thieme T. Schmidt的支持。 |
Tunneling 1 | 穿隨 一, 2025, mixed media on canvas, 106.5 × 131 cm
Tunneling 2 | 穿隨 二, 2025, mixed media on canvas, 106.5 × 131 cm
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Tunneling 3 | 穿隨 三, 2025, mixed media on canvas, 102 × 130.5 cm
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