Trapped in reality,
Wandering through the dreams.
Sinking in deep thoughts,
until one day, we break free from invisible chains.
Aren’t we all, at some point,
longing to step out of the circle,
drifting between our dreams and eternity?
The Pink Elephant is a visual exploration that blends photography captured across Thailand with a surreal twist, a solitary pink elephant placed in serene outdoor settings. Each image features a printed, indigo-toned monochromatic backdrop, contrasted sharply by the vibrant, dreamlike hue of the pink elephant.
” Drifting along the river’s rhythm, the pink elephant rides the breeze. Between temples and palace, it breathes unburdened, present, and gently carried by the current of becoming.”
Drawing inspiration from the phrase “the elephant in the room,” this series reimagines the metaphor. Instead of being ignored or hidden, the pink elephant is brought into the open, free, visible, and at peace. In this setting, the elephant symbolizes the quiet weight of our daily struggles, stress, and unspoken truths in work and life. By releasing it into the landscape, the work offers a gentle commentary on the importance of acknowledging and accepting what we often suppress.
This surreal juxtaposition invites viewers to reflect on the absurdity, beauty, and vulnerability of the human condition and to consider what it means to let go, speak up, or simply breathe.
Check here to read a little storybook.
If this piece speaks to you, bring the Wondering Pinky home. available as posters in all sizes. Just message me for more details. Thank you!
Martin Chen 