PRESS RELEASES
Explore the vibrant world of contemporary Cambodian art as Dahlia Phirun and Vatey Tan join forces for their duo-exhibition, “Meet Me Where Anything Can Be Everything”, at the Rosewood Phnom Penh Art Gallery.
October 10, 2024
Featuring a collection of over 70 new art pieces, this collaborative exhibition touches on the themes of transformation, connection and the limitless possibilities that life has to offer. Through their singular styles, the two artists create art that invites one to ruminate over the nature of existence and the grace that lies within constant change.
To inspire each other for their upcoming exhibition, Dahlia & Vatey worked in each other’s studio. These playful weekly visits inevitably gave birth to unique co-creations. It's quite exceptional for individual artists to let their artistic senses mix & mingle.
“We are honored to host Meet Me Where Anything Can Be Everything, a truly inspiring exhibition,” says Daniel Simon, Managing Director of Rosewood Phnom Penh. “This exhibition captures the spirit of creativity and reflection, showcasing the talents of two Cambodian artists who push boundaries and explore new ways of understanding life.”
Born in Phnom Penh in 1995, Dahlia Phirun is a contemporary artist with a love for surrealism. After earning her Bachelor of Fine Arts at The University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Dahlia gained international recognition for her innovative use of found and recycled materials. Her works are known for merging reality and imagination, often provoking viewers to reflect on the hidden aspects of life. In “Meet Me Where Anything Can Be Everything”, Dahlia creates new art that turns everyday items into symbols of our inner thoughts, showing how our feelings and dreams connect with the world around us. Her work is rooted in themes of transformation, inviting the audience to pause and reflect on the unseen forces that shape their lives.
Vatey Tan, born in Phnom Penh in 1992, works with different types of art, including installations, abstract paintings, and sculptures. Drawing inspiration from her personal experiences, Vatey’s art is infused with a playful curiosity about life’s complexities. She has participated in a number of international exhibitions and artist residences, she co-initiates creative projects and ‘walkshops’ in Cambodia and abroad, contributing to the local art scene. In this exhibition, Vatey focuses on transformation and growth, while experimenting with motions of life.
“Meet Me Where Anything Can Be Everything” delves into how feelings and the physical connect, while also exploring what remains hidden in our minds. This exhibition invites you to engage with the art as a journey, to wander and wonder what life is and all it can be.
Join us and discover the beauty of life in perpetual motion and embrace the ever-evolving journey of human existence.
This exhibition here is available 24/7, from October 19, 2024, until December 20, 2024, at Rosewood Phnom Penh Art Gallery on level 35. Entrance is free, with selected artworks available for your collection.
