The Electronic Art Group presents Echoes of Void, developed at Pun Han Sin Koon Seal Shop. The talk examines how process itself becomes a method when attending to overlooked fragments and negative space in everyday life—seal-carving dust, radio sounds, and the intimate neighbourhood connections within a tiny 3 x 6 feet workspace. They will discuss how electronic and new media practices can transform these subtle, often invisible traces into meaningful reflections on absence, presence, memory, and the quiet rhythms of local craftsmanship and community. We are also deeply honoured to have Master Ng Kam Chun conduct a live demonstration of seal-carving.

Merging Traditional Arts with New Media

To bridge the gap between historic craftsmanship and contemporary art, the group employed various technological methods to study the master’s environment and techniques. The artists utilized modern fabrication tools, engaging with 3D scanning and 3D printing to capture the physical nuances of the objects and workspace. Furthermore, the collective paid close attention to the auditory and kinetic environment, analyzing the ambient noise of speakers alongside the sensitive sounds of the carving process itself. By tracking the micro-movements and the dynamic physical flow of the master’s interactions, the group highlighted the intricate, often overlooked relationship between a creator and their physical medium.

Fostering Generational Collaborative Dynamics

The dialogue fostered on stage highlighted a unique collaborative dynamic between the young media artists and the seasoned shop master. Yip Kai Chun guided the eight participants through a reflective conversation that evaluated the intersection of traditional skill and modern digital interpretation. Through continuous observation, the collective immersed themselves in the master’s daily routine, translating his physical gestures and the shop’s spatial constraints into a multidimensional new media experience. This interaction not only preserved the essence of the master’s craftsmanship but also established a new framework for community engagement, proving that technological interventions can deeply respect and elevate heritage practices.