The artwork Invisible Forest is an installation designed to portray the vanishing natural world and the ongoing loss of forests due to human activities like logging, farming, and urbanisation. The piece aims to inspire reflection on what is being lost, with over 10 million hectares of forests disappearing annually, taking wild flora and fauna with them.

The installation features several dome-like “mountains,” each representing a different type of forest, such as a rainforest or mangrove forest. The exteriors of these domes are painted in pale, muted tones to symbolise environmental decline. In stark contrast, the interiors are filled with vibrant and lush imagery, illustrating the potential of a healthy, thriving ecosystem. By presenting these contrasting perspectives, the artwork helps visitors, especially children, visualise the consequences of deforestation versus the positive outcomes of conservation, encouraging them to appreciate the irreplaceable value of true forests.

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ORGANISED BY: National Gallery Singapore & Taoyuan Museum of Fine Arts
YEAR: 2025