Shwe Chel Phu

Theme: Organic Perspectives

Artist statement:

A young school girl stands at literal and figurative crossroads - with her new kidney represented as headphones as she finally feels truly heard. Referenced by Shibuya crossing, the city embodies the bustling emotional chaos before organ donation. In the background, a red silhouette crowd of generations of donors offer a warm helping hand. A heartbeat transforms from flatline to an excited beating heart across the zebra crossing. A ribcage displayed in the sky - breathable, for life does not restrict. This piece is not about the confinement of death, but the adrenaline and freedom of the gift of life.

About the Artist

Shwe Chel Phu, 16
Singapore Chinese Girls' School