2025 -
Work in progress. I’m sharing the concept here and warmly
invite you to participate.
This interactive installation invites you to slow down,
reflect, and participate in a shared act of hope and
connection.
Seven wind chimes, crafted from everyday objects—bottle
caps, keys, star anise, shells, curtain rods, cutlery, and
other daily items—hang suspended and connected by a single
pulley system. When one moves, the motion travels through
the line, gently stirring the others. This choreography
mirrors how our smallest gestures ripple outward, affecting
those around us even at a distance.
These ordinary materials, often overlooked in our hurried
lives, are transformed into instruments of resonance—gentle
reminders to notice and appreciate what surrounds us, to
find beauty in the everyday.
Across cultures, wind chimes symbolize harmony, protection,
and the balance of energy. Here, they serve as bridges
between the mundane and spiritual—reminders of our shared
humanity and the unseen threads that connect us.
The project began in New York City with participants writing
their wishes on cards, which then travel to Taipei as part
of the installation. Visitors in Taipei are invited to add
their own wishes, transforming the work into a living
archive of collective longing and hope.
Drawing from Taiwanese temple traditions, these wishes will
be carried to a deity—a gesture bridging art and ritual.
Through the interplay of motion, reflection, and resonance,
Goes Around, Comes Around… becomes a space of calm awareness
and quiet hope—a gentle reminder that even the smallest
gesture can move others.
Special thanks to Yve Yang and Chando Ao for the inspiration,
and to Data (David) Chigholashvili for contributing the title
of this project.
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Goes Around Comes Around… is an interactive installation
that invites visitors to slow down, reflect, and take part
in a shared act of hope and connection.
Seven wind chimes, each composed of everyday objects and wish cards, are suspended throughout the space and connected by a single pulley system. When one chime moves, its motion travels through the line, gently stirring the others. This choreography of sound and movement mirrors how our gestures—no matter how small—ripple outward to touch others. The pulley system becomes a physical expression of interdependence: though each chime moves on its own, all are linked by the same thread, affecting one another even at a distance.
The wind chimes are crafted from simple, familiar materials—colorful bottle caps, keys, star anise, shells, curtain rods, cutlery, and other things gathered from daily life. These ordinary objects, often overlooked in our hurried routines, are transformed into instruments of resonance and reflection. They serve as gentle reminders to slow down, to notice and appreciate what surrounds us—to find beauty and meaning in the everyday, and to rediscover presence and gratitude amid the noise of modern life.
Across cultures, wind chimes embody harmony and are believed to dispel negative energy while inviting good fortune and spiritual protection. In Buddhist and Hindu traditions, their tones echo divine voices and bring awareness to the present moment. In Japan, furin mark the beauty of transience. In Feng Shui, wind chimes balance and redirect energy. Native American traditions link them to nature and ancestral wisdom, while Celtic beliefs honor them as guardians of the home. Here, they serve as unifying symbols—bridges between the mundane and the spiritual, reminders of our shared humanity, and vessels of hope, calmness, harmony, and universal connection.
The project began in New York City, where I live and work. I invited participants to write down their wishes, and these handwritten cards then traveled to Taipei, forming the foundation of the installation. Visitors to the exhibition are invited to continue this dialogue by adding their own wishes, allowing the work to grow and evolve over time. As more wishes accumulate, the piece becomes a living archive of collective longing and hope—a network of voices that transcends geography, language, and belief.
At the heart of I wish… lies the universal human act of wishing. The project draws inspiration from Taiwanese traditions in which people visit temples to make wishes—a practice that blends spirituality, community, and mindfulness. As part of the work, I will carry the collected wishes to a temple in Taipei, read them silently to the deity—a gesture of care and continuity that bridges art and ritual, presence and transcendence.
We live in confusing and challenging times. The world often feels poised between breakthrough and collapse. In New York City’s multicultural complexity, both the beauty and the flaws of human nature reveal themselves daily. We each pursue our own version of beauty—a peaceful mind, time with loved ones, financial security, a delicious meal, or a perfect cup of coffee. Our goals differ, yet our yearning for fulfillment, meaning, and connection unites us.
“Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting different results,” wrote Rita Mae Brown. What if we each stepped outside our comfort zones—adopting a fresh perspective, reconsidering our beliefs, or offering kindness to those we disagree with?
I have no grand solution to fix the world. Climate change, poverty, and prejudice persist. Yet I believe small, optimistic gestures can create meaningful ripple effects. In this installation, the wind chime becomes a vessel for both sound and silence, individuality and unity. Through the interplay of motion, reflection, and resonance, I wish… creates a space of quiet playfulness and soothing contemplation—a reminder to see daily encounters with fresh eyes, and to recognize that even the simplest act has the power to move others. Perhaps, together, we can make the world a little better for all beings.
Seven wind chimes, each composed of everyday objects and wish cards, are suspended throughout the space and connected by a single pulley system. When one chime moves, its motion travels through the line, gently stirring the others. This choreography of sound and movement mirrors how our gestures—no matter how small—ripple outward to touch others. The pulley system becomes a physical expression of interdependence: though each chime moves on its own, all are linked by the same thread, affecting one another even at a distance.
The wind chimes are crafted from simple, familiar materials—colorful bottle caps, keys, star anise, shells, curtain rods, cutlery, and other things gathered from daily life. These ordinary objects, often overlooked in our hurried routines, are transformed into instruments of resonance and reflection. They serve as gentle reminders to slow down, to notice and appreciate what surrounds us—to find beauty and meaning in the everyday, and to rediscover presence and gratitude amid the noise of modern life.
Across cultures, wind chimes embody harmony and are believed to dispel negative energy while inviting good fortune and spiritual protection. In Buddhist and Hindu traditions, their tones echo divine voices and bring awareness to the present moment. In Japan, furin mark the beauty of transience. In Feng Shui, wind chimes balance and redirect energy. Native American traditions link them to nature and ancestral wisdom, while Celtic beliefs honor them as guardians of the home. Here, they serve as unifying symbols—bridges between the mundane and the spiritual, reminders of our shared humanity, and vessels of hope, calmness, harmony, and universal connection.
The project began in New York City, where I live and work. I invited participants to write down their wishes, and these handwritten cards then traveled to Taipei, forming the foundation of the installation. Visitors to the exhibition are invited to continue this dialogue by adding their own wishes, allowing the work to grow and evolve over time. As more wishes accumulate, the piece becomes a living archive of collective longing and hope—a network of voices that transcends geography, language, and belief.
At the heart of I wish… lies the universal human act of wishing. The project draws inspiration from Taiwanese traditions in which people visit temples to make wishes—a practice that blends spirituality, community, and mindfulness. As part of the work, I will carry the collected wishes to a temple in Taipei, read them silently to the deity—a gesture of care and continuity that bridges art and ritual, presence and transcendence.
We live in confusing and challenging times. The world often feels poised between breakthrough and collapse. In New York City’s multicultural complexity, both the beauty and the flaws of human nature reveal themselves daily. We each pursue our own version of beauty—a peaceful mind, time with loved ones, financial security, a delicious meal, or a perfect cup of coffee. Our goals differ, yet our yearning for fulfillment, meaning, and connection unites us.
“Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting different results,” wrote Rita Mae Brown. What if we each stepped outside our comfort zones—adopting a fresh perspective, reconsidering our beliefs, or offering kindness to those we disagree with?
I have no grand solution to fix the world. Climate change, poverty, and prejudice persist. Yet I believe small, optimistic gestures can create meaningful ripple effects. In this installation, the wind chime becomes a vessel for both sound and silence, individuality and unity. Through the interplay of motion, reflection, and resonance, I wish… creates a space of quiet playfulness and soothing contemplation—a reminder to see daily encounters with fresh eyes, and to recognize that even the simplest act has the power to move others. Perhaps, together, we can make the world a little better for all beings.
