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Charles Lim Yi Yong: Navigating the Currents of Singaporean Identity Born in Singapore in 1973, Charles Lim Yi Yong’s artistic journey is inextricably linked to his unique dual identity – a former Olympic sailor and a contemporary artist. This confluence of experiences profoundly shapes his practice, which delves into the complex relationship between humanity, technology, and the environment, particularly through the lens of Singapore…
The Lifeline
Scroll through charles lim yi yong's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups charles lim yi yong's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.
Thumbnails — Dated Works
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
Colour Band — Movement Drift
The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.
