ArtExperience immersive art, cultural storytelling, and hands-on activities throughout the Asianati Night Market. Explore The Dragon Gate and Koi, share a wish at the Wishing Tree, and participate in a Rally Stamp inspired by a beloved Japanese tradition.

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The Dragon Gate and Koi

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About The Dragon Gate and Koi

This immersive experience is inspired by the Dragon Gate, a Chinese fable about a koi fish that swims upstream and over a great waterfall. In exchange for its dedication and perseverance, the gods rewarded the koi by turning it into a golden dragon. The installation depicts this story by inviting viewers to step into the river. The intended path through the installation puts you right in the middle of the fish making the journey upstream. We also incorporated decorative and celebratory elements from a variety of Asian cultures across the diaspora because, while the story originates in China, a long journey requiring perseverance is something we can all relate to. Wau bulan, genda mala, and lotus flowers were all chosen specifically for their significance in South Asian cultures.

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Artists

Art Director: Chunk of China Architecture Consultant: Chas Wiederhold Main contributors: Carla Henry, Jeff Courter, Stone, Faye Core, Nick Norman, Gail Kreimer, Ezra Langford, al cal, Scott Sanker, Chandler Philpott, Jeff Wiederhold, Kim Wiederhold, Kirsten Brademeyer

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Community Art

Supported by the Cincinnati Art Museum, this art installation features painted koi created by more than 250 community members to be showcased during BLINK.

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Sponsored by FEG Investment Advisors

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Wishing Tree

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About the Wishing Tree

Wishing trees are trees that have been specifically chosen, for various different reasons, to serve as symbols of one’s deepest hopes and desires. Though the type of tree and the way of wishing vary from culture to culture, the concept is similar; a humble wish on the tree itself. The types of wishes vary, and while some wish for good health, luck, and prosperity, others may wish for requited love.

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Make a Wish

1. Grab a wish strip or a piece of string. 2. Think of a wish. 3. Tie it to the Wishing Tree.

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Sponsored by FEG Investment Advisors

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Rally Stamp

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About the Rally Stamp

Rooted in Japanese history and culture, a stamp rally is a collection of stamps that follow a certain theme and are obtained by traveling to different locations. This specific type of layered stamping is known in Japanese as kasane-oshi sutanpu (重ね捺しスタンプ).

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Sponsored by Shachihata Inc.

As a cultural pioneer, Shachihata Inc. actively supports the spread of stamp rally traditions to countries worldwide. Visit them at shachihatausa.com.

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