Step into The Listening Skin, a tactile installation inspired by Mother Trees and the invisible networks that connect forests. Explore, touch, and contribute to a growing textile landscape of suspended trunks and root webs, where every gesture weaves new stories into a shared sensory experience.
Rooted in the metaphor of the Mother Tree and the invisible mycelium networks that support forest ecosystems, The Listening Skin is a tactile installation that transforms the cabana into a living, breathing environment of connection, care and co-creation. Inspired by how trees communicate and nourish one another beneath the soil, the work invites us to reflect on how unseen threads bind us as individuals and communities.
Suspended fabric trunks and sprawling root webs made of yarn, felt, and other soft materials form an evolving textile landscape. Visitors are invited to touch, feel, and contribute — weaving new lines, textures, and stories into the growing installation. Every gesture leaves a trace; every thread becomes part of a shared sensory memory.
About the Artist:
Tay Bee Aye (Lead Artist)
Tay Bee Aye is a Singapore-based multidisciplinary visual artist known for her soft sculptures, interactive works, and performative installations. A graduate of LaSalle-SIA College of the Arts (Diploma in Visual Art, Painting, 1999), she has presented her works at numerous art festivals and events, most notably of 2013 Singapore Biennale.
Over the years, Bee Aye has expanded her practice to embrace participatory and community-based approaches. include community collaborations, fostering inclusivity and public engagement. She believes that shared artistic experiences can spark curiosity, foster appreciation, and build support for contemporary art. Bee Aye believes art should be inclusive for everyone.
Isaac Tan (Student Artist)
Isaac Tan has been a passionate music and art lover since childhood. His formal training began at ART:DIS in mid-2022, specializing in cajon, drums, and creative dance. He made his performance debut in August 2022 at Tampines Community Club and has since performed at events such as The Purple Parade, ART:DIS Golf Gala Charity, and The Istana Community Chest Awards 2022. He was also part of the musical Chachambo and, in 2024, performed as a puppeteer in the community tour and relaxed performance of Smartypants and the Swordfish presented by ART:DIS and Gateway Arts.Through his dedication, perseverance, and achievements, Isaac hopes to inspire others like him to believe that anything is possible—encouraging them to work hard, chase their dreams, and ride their own rainbow.
Linda Wong (Student Artist)
Through her digital art platform HealogyArt, Linda channels personal experiences with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and mental health into vibrant works of hope and healing. Drawing inspiration from her beloved dog and her own journey of resilience, she creates pieces that speak to the transformative power of creativity. As a self-taught digital artist, she uses her distinctive style to raise mental health awareness, turning personal challenges into universal messages of strength and understanding.
