Lim Soo Ngee is a distinguished Singapore artist known for his sculptural works that use natural materials. After graduating from NAFA in 1989, he furthered his studies at Edinburgh College of Art at Heriot-Watt University and graduated with a Master of Fine Art (Sculpture). He is a senior lecturer in the Fine Art Programme at NAFA and a regular contributor at international sculpture symposiums; his works are widely exhibited in Singapore and abroad.
Speak in Human Tongues is a whimsical narrative of a girl with a white parrot on her head. People who verbalise sounds, like a parrot, do so without truly understanding the meaning of what is being said or imitated. His playful portrayal of the contemporary issues that face humanity creates room for discussion and engagement with the audience. The sculpture is carved from salvaged teakwood, the raw indentations on the surfaces are distinctive and characteristic of Lim’s technique and explorations in natural media.
