'Problem' in my opinion, is something
whose cause we do not understand, thus [we] do not know how to control the situation. And
that causes suffering, both physically and mentally. I believe problems can be solved by
wisdom, and that process has to start in one's own mind first. . . 'Wisdom' in my
opinion, means insight into the elements of truth. Wisdom rises from right and reasonable
thinking. To obtain wisdom, we should have good purpose and the right way. Good purpose
intends to exterminate passion and to be of benefit to all human beings. The right way
should be on the path of moral so it does not cause problems to ourselves and to others.1
1 Kamin Lertchaiprasert, The Second
Asia-Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art: Artists' Statements, Queensland Art
Gallery, Brisbane, 1996
Problem-Wisdom is an installation work which is presented in a continuous sequence, the individual papier mâché pieces arranged by date. To fit on this screen it has been divided into two sections, each viewed from opposite ends of the installation. The first section starts on 14 August 1993 and the second section starts on 17 February 1994.
Use the links below to explore the two sections of the installation.
