Amis Artists Embrace the Spirit of the Sea - Yosifu’s Cultural Canvas Ep2

Published 02/10/2025 18:00

Provider TaiwanPlus

The Amis people’s pursuit of beauty is rooted in the importance of respecting the land and sea. Yosifu and Iyo set out for the village market to buy traditional ingredients like fresh flying fish, turban snails, and several varieties of seaweed to make the perfect Amis meal. They share fresh seafood while discussing how they draw inspiration from everyday life. Eco-Art Village invites artists in residence to create in the name of Indigenous communities and protecting marine resources. They provide support for younger generations to ensure the continued preservation of the Amis culture in Makotaay Village.

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Yosifu is a contemporary artist who hails from Matadim Village, Hualien in eastern Taiwan but is now based in Edinburgh, Scottland. He visits leading creatives building the rich tapestry of Taiwanese Indigenous art and collaborates with them on new and exciting projects.