In this video, Chong Fah Cheong, reflects on his work creating sculptures based on Singapore’s history, his journey and the inspiration behind his iconic sculpture, First Generation and his Moongate series. He also elaborates on his “TAP” philosophy which fuels and influences his work.
The video was conceptualised and directed by LASALLE students Han Jiwon & Jady Toh. When asked why they chose Chong Fah Cheong as an artist, they replied, “Chong Fah Cheong’s public art forms have played an important role in forging a sense of togetherness and identity among Singaporeans. Through this interview, we explored how this renowned sculptor played a part in enriching Singapore’s culture through site-specific public sculptures.”
The video can be found below and on Youtube.