Where The Roots Bloom

Where The Roots Bloom is a gesture of love, a site-responsive art experience, and a collective space for remembrance. Hosted in a family home, this intimate gathering is dedicated to the maternal legacies that shape us—the mothers and grandmothers who weave the fabric of our families and cultures.

Born from personal grief and intertwined with a wider, collective mourning for lost homes and heritage, this event is a humble offering. It is an invitation to sit with loss, honor cultutral bonds, and plant seeds for transformation through art and shared presence.

Curated by Desiree Kong

This is not a traditional gallery exhibition. The home itself is our collaborator. You are invited into a living, domestic space where art intermingles with memory:

• The Exhibition: Artworks by Malaysian, Southeast Asian, and international artists will be placed in dialogue with the home.
• Sensory Layers: The experience will be deepened with curated scents, personal archives, and an interactive memory tree for shared reflection.
• Themes Explored: Legacy, gardening, rootedness, and nurturing—to plants, memories, and culture.

We are honored to feature works and collaborations from:

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• Susan Baghi
• Penny Wong

• An intimate, reflective art exhibition within the home.
• Light refreshments served during the launch.
• A small collection of related objects (necklaces, books, prints) available for sale.

• Intimate Setting: Space is extremely limited to preserve the quiet, communal atmosphere.
• Registration: A free ticket is required for entry. Your registration ensures we can provide the address and communicate any updates.
• Note: This event takes place in a cherished family home. We ask guests to enter respectfully.

Info: Opening Reception & Event Launch. Hear from the curator and artists as they introduce their works.

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Host or Publisher Desiree Kong