The art installation series “Summoning Blessings” is the co-creations by the invited artist “TAM:DA” and the aunties from Na si tian village health volunteers.

 

These installations are inspired by the local tradition of worshipping Mor Kwan or a spiritual leader, ‘Kate Sutthi’, combined with the local craftsmanship of net weaving. This uniqueness becomes an artwork called "Shorn kwan" (catching blessings), made from used found objects in the neighborhoods.

 

These artwork series are made to catch and keep blessings to remain in the village and bless the passing by visitors. Each "Shorn kwan" (catching blessings) represents the past, and the present and leads to the future stories of Na si tian village. Up until these days, “Summoning Blessings” are still expanded and continue to bless the visitors.

 

This project not only raised the awareness of environmental nurturing but also helped an aunt cope with the tragic loss of her daughter. She channeled all of her grief into the artwork, which she transformed into beautiful memories.