Titled Silent Sojourns, the project delves into the world of Chan Hau Chun’s meticulous five-year exploration of a partitioned rooms building. Through her lens, we wander through the corridors, rooms, staircases, rooftops, and various liminal spaces between public and private. The changes in shooting distance and angles not only reflect the evolving relationship between the filmed and the filmmaker, but also the unwavering spirit of each individual within. How did the filmmaker balance and decide between curiosity, detachment, observation, engagement and intervention? Stepping away from the documentary narrative that she’s familiar with and entering an exhibition space, how does the use of fragmented installations bring about challenges to her creative process and concepts?

Chan’s quest for a definition of home has been reflected in her artistic journey, spanning from her tracing of family’s history in early years to documenting the lives of the homeless, and now focusing on the residents of partitioned flats. In this sharing, Chan will delve into her creative process, introspection and invite fellow creatives to participate in the discussion. Join us for an insightful exploration of Chan’s project and the collective quest for the concept of home.