I visited this fine installation art “Sài Gòn Phẳng” (Saigon, flat view) by Monosketch. It was a simulation map showcasing rivers, canals, and districts of Saigon.
I like the idea of this exhibition. They wanted to bring to the audiences a new perspective on Saigon by highlighting its intertwined river system (110 rivers, canals, and a total length of 975 km).
On the other hand, I was not convinced by the display of this artwork. Stone and Sand were the main materials used to represent the lands and rivers. Other materials such as Wood, Paper, and Cotton were used quite randomly and they didn’t convey much on the depth of the “intertwined river system” idea. I expected the artwork to highlight more the intertwined river system. It would be great if they could visible the invisible river map of Saigon.