"Subliminal Moon"

Di Lu

As a creator, I often find myself immersed in the boundary between illusion and reality. This creative endeavor serves as a mirror, reflecting the inner longing for beauty that remains elusive. While these works may sometimes appear clear and distinct, more often, they manifest as ambiguous and nebulous phantoms. In our latest project, "The Silent Paradox," we endeavor to explore the essence of this paradox. Here, I take on the roles of both creator and protagonist, immersed in the illusion I have constructed. I strive to touch those beautiful images, only to discover that they are mere reflections on the surface of the lake—unattainable and unrealized. This process resembles a modern interpretation of the "Monkey Grasping the Moon." However, in our narrative, the role of the monkey is subdued, transforming into a symbol for every artist pursuing the beautiful and yearning for creation. It is a journey about pursuit and discovery, an exploration of the subtle and intricate relationship between reality and illusion. In this creative endeavor, we intentionally blur the boundaries between pursuit and illusion. Through hazy lenses and perspectives infused with dramatic and game-like elements, I have crafted a world that is both illusory and anticipated. Beauty and paradox coexist, much like the moon existing in the monkey's mind, intertwining to form a darkly beautiful dual universe. The pursuit of beautiful things unfolds repeatedly in this unspoken paradox, resembling a series of games in this unwritten paradox of pursuing beauty.