Juxtapoz Magazine - Preview: The Thick, Hazy Cinema of Alvin Ong's "Sayang"
Briefly

Alvin Ong's artwork, particularly showcased in 'Sayang at Anat Ebgi,' encapsulates the complexity of human relationships and emotional experiences. His paintings create a thick, immersive atmosphere that evokes introspection in viewers regarding their social behaviors and the nuances of attention. The art bends perspectives and creates situations where characters seem both together and isolated, prompting discussions on the nature of social interaction. Ong's work resonates deeply with the contemporary world, making poignant statements about the queer experience and the human condition.
Alvin Ong paints the human experience with a winter soup like thickness. It's like all the things you want to see and the surprises of emotional release all in one place.
Sayang at Anat Ebgi captures the same feeling, where the perspectives in the paintings bend but don't break, leaving viewers questioning the social interactions.
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