This excellent exhibition was 100% designed and installed by the students. Collectively, they embodied the artists’ spirit through their commitment, persistence, and sacrifices to realize their vision. Bravo!

— Mr Vongphakdy (BNDS IB Teacher)

1. Introduction

Life, death, and memory are profound themes that often occupy our thoughts, and the intricate connections between them weave the fabric of our existence. Each person holds a unique worldview, and understanding others' perspectives on these themes can help us better navigate the chaos and changes around us, fostering empathy for those whose views differ from our own. This exhibition invites visitors to engage in deep reflection by presenting diverse interpretations of these universal concepts.

During the preparation of the exhibition, we conducted a questionnaire survey to gather questions related to life, death, and memory. These questions were refined and compiled into a new survey for participants to answer. From their responses, we collected thought-provoking insights into the human experience, such as:

"If memories shape one’s mindset, could we consider that our lives are constructed by memories?"

"Can we declare someone dead when they become a 'living dead' person?"

"If life and death are interdependent and coexist, are we simultaneously living and in a state of death?"

"The uniqueness of an individual is supported by various factors; how much does memory contribute?"

"People inevitably die; what do you believe is the significance of one’s life?"

None of these questions has a single answer, yet individuals often gravitate toward a particular response in their minds. As visitors move through the exhibition's different sections, their own answers will gradually emerge from the metaphorical fog.

2. Moments

Who am I? What am I made of? Who is the 'I'?

If death is inevitable, what is the purpose of life?

Is it to maintain the order of the universe and follow objective laws?

Is it the instinct to survive and the desire to explore the world?

Is it to experience the world while leaving a unique mark?

Or perhaps life itself holds intrinsic meaning.

How do we define life?

Biologically, life is a feature, an active form of physical existence.

But in this exhibition, life is defined by individuals with thoughts, pursuits, beliefs, and memories— all of which connect them to the world.

Memories shape one's soul.

They are the pieces that compose a life.

The next time we ask, "Who am I?"

We might frame the answer with memory,

To solve the puzzle of life.

Believe that being alive is the meaning.

Exhibition Preparatory Staff:

Scene Design: Yue Weixi, Zhang Xiaoman, Hou Junyao, Liu Chenyu, Chu Yixuan, Leng Yurui, Liu Yuxuan

Music: Guo Yangming, Tan Zilu, Zhao Yuanxi, Liu Houwen, Leng Yurui, Liu Yuxuan

Survey: Lou Jiaxu, Zhang Xiaoman, Zhang Junshu, Liu Liyu, Liu Yuxuan

Publicity: Gao Yingtong, Chu Yixuan, Leng Yurui, Liu Liyu, Liu Yuxuan

Public Relations: Hou Junyao, Liu Chenyu, Liu Houwen, Zhao Zihan, Liu Yuxuan

Special Thanks:

Mr. Wu  (William)

Mr.Vongphakdy

LIberTy

Backstage Team