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Faizan
Author Max Chaplin
"Good art offers endless discussion possibilities, and its existence has eternal value."
Looking at Poren Huang's sculptures elicits boundless images. In "Friends", each individual in the global village must maintain a macro-perspective instead of limiting oneself, and must open one's heart to challenge and explore the wide world with confidence and courage (As demonstrated by the upright, tip-toe posture of the puppy). The interaction between the dog and the panda is intriguing, where behind the mutual civility seems many hidden tricks. One of the panda's hands is holding a pair of scissors, while the dog has its hand fisted behind its back. Are the two playing a game of Rock-paper-scissors? Or is the panda simply happily making the victory sign? Some interpret the panda as a metaphor for China, and whether in Hong Kong or Europe, the room for different interpretation is vast.
In 2005, Poren Huang launched "The Dog's Notes" sculpture series. Focusing on quality rather than quality, the series comprises a total of 40 works to date, averaging 4 creations a year. Poren Huang has raised a record of more than 20 dogs at the same time, and is especially fond of the many superior qualities of the black Formosan Dog. Based on the Formosan Dog, his series of bronze and stainless steel sculptures are diversified and distinctive in personality and imagination, yet strongly consistent.
Precursor to "The Dog's Notes", the "Iron Wood Forest" metal creations are incorporated into Taiwan's art textbooks. The aboriginal protagonist in the creation demonstrates the dauntless vitality and fearless spirit of aboriginals, and their adaptability to sea, plain or mountain environment. While the works strongly manifest the positive qualities of aboriginals, the Formosan Dog is their companion. In Poren Huang's "Iron Wood Forest", a dog is often present like a shadow helping the human character. Hence in 2005, the dog became center stage when Poren Huang began his "The Dog's Notes" series. In addition to the preserving the positive qualities of the creation, the series also delivers humor.
Dogs play the role dictated by humans.
Heaven has bestowed dogs as a human best friend! In ancient or primitive environment, humans coexisted with wild beasts, and dogs played the role of bugle sounding sentries who maintain alertness 24 hours a day to guard their homes and protect their masters till the end of their short lives. In addition to defending their territories, they were also excellent helpers who help their masters hunt or herd sheep. Moreover, dogs heal the human heart, giving their masters the warmest of care. Upon weaning and becoming independent creatures, dogs begin their lifetime of loyal and selfless dedication to their masters. Regardless of their masters' anger, sadness or lack of food, dogs never leave their masters but remain steadfast toward their masters. Today's dogs no longer play the sentry or hunting role, but have become pets, and if abandoned by their masters, become strays. With the development of human history, dogs have fully demonstrated that their loyalty, enthusiasm and pure attributes have remained constant, and contemporary humans should emulate such positive qualities. Poren Huang uses dogs to personify humans, and dog-like sculptures are in fact portrayal of humans.
"Good art offers endless discussion possibilities, and its existence has eternal value."
Looking at Poren Huang's sculptures elicits boundless images. In "Friends", each individual in the global village must maintain a macro-perspective instead of limiting oneself, and must open one's heart to challenge and explore the wide world with confidence and courage (As demonstrated by the upright, tip-toe posture of the puppy). The interaction between the dog and the panda is intriguing, where behind the mutual civility seems many hidden tricks. One of the panda's hands is holding a pair of scissors, while the dog has its hand fisted behind its back. Are the two playing a game of Rock-paper-scissors? Or is the panda simply happily making the victory sign? Some interpret the panda as a metaphor for China, and whether in Hong Kong or Europe, the room for different interpretation is vast.
In 2005, Poren Huang launched "The Dog's Notes" sculpture series. Focusing on quality rather than quality, the series comprises a total of 40 works to date, averaging 4 creations a year. Poren Huang has raised a record of more than 20 dogs at the same time, and is especially fond of the many superior qualities of the black Formosan Dog. Based on the Formosan Dog, his series of bronze and stainless steel sculptures are diversified and distinctive in personality and imagination, yet strongly consistent.
Precursor to "The Dog's Notes", the "Iron Wood Forest" metal creations are incorporated into Taiwan's art textbooks. The aboriginal protagonist in the creation demonstrates the dauntless vitality and fearless spirit of aboriginals, and their adaptability to sea, plain or mountain environment. While the works strongly manifest the positive qualities of aboriginals, the Formosan Dog is their companion. In Poren Huang's "Iron Wood Forest", a dog is often present like a shadow helping the human character. Hence in 2005, the dog became center stage when Poren Huang began his "The Dog's Notes" series. In addition to the preserving the positive qualities of the creation, the series also delivers humor.
Dogs play the role dictated by humans.
Heaven has bestowed dogs as a human best friend! In ancient or primitive environment, humans coexisted with wild beasts, and dogs played the role of bugle sounding sentries who maintain alertness 24 hours a day to guard their homes and protect their masters till the end of their short lives. In addition to defending their territories, they were also excellent helpers who help their masters hunt or herd sheep. Moreover, dogs heal the human heart, giving their masters the warmest of care. Upon weaning and becoming independent creatures, dogs begin their lifetime of loyal and selfless dedication to their masters. Regardless of their masters' anger, sadness or lack of food, dogs never leave their masters but remain steadfast toward their masters. Today's dogs no longer play the sentry or hunting role, but have become pets, and if abandoned by their masters, become strays. With the development of human history, dogs have fully demonstrated that their loyalty, enthusiasm and pure attributes have remained constant, and contemporary humans should emulate such positive qualities. Poren Huang uses dogs to personify humans, and dog-like sculptures are in fact portrayal of humans.
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