Born and raised in Singapore, Lim Poh Teck’s childhood was heavily influenced by Chinese culture and values. After studying at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts and LASALLE College of the Arts in Singapore, Lim ventured to the University of New South Wales in Australia to obtain his Master of Art (Media Art) and later his PhD from Peking University in China. His experiences abroad impacted his art practice. As such, his works are often drawn from personal reflections of his experiences locally and abroad and his explorations of heritage and culture.
Inspired by his family and heritage, Memories #01,02,03 presents a compelling narrative depicting Lim’s journey as a migrant Chinese to Nanyang. The png kueh (Chinese glutinous rice cake) is vital to this story, standing as a symbol of the emigre Chinese who migrated from its homeland, China, to the Southern Seas. With it, they brought their culture and practice to an entirely different region. These works deal with themes of belonging, identity and fantasy.
