ikuiku studio’s picks

The artistic expressions that emerged in different ages are utterly distinct. This holds true whether one seeks out the historical vestiges through their context, or simply probes the most fundamental family values, finally arriving at the liberation of personal desires. I yearn for the old cartoons from my childhood TV, the 'sausage uncles' calling out on the streets, and the earthy yet vital art forms unique to Taiwan. But as contemporary society incessantly chases capitalism, art devoid of life grows upon rootless ground. Confronting such a directionless society, the most effective resistance remains the act of watching – discovering those who still retain their soul amidst the vast ocean of streaming, and cherishing them in the depths of our own memories.