Day 1 by Chok

Today was our first journey of Our Social Engagement programme.14 of us gathered in the morning, and went to Petaling Street (茨厂街) by LRT together.

Many of us felt excited once we reached becauseit was the first time to step in Petaling Street for  some of us. After having our wonderful breakfast, all of us departed to Lostgens. Lostgens established in early 2004 by a group of artists. Though situated in the bustling capital city, Lostgens has managed to take on a certain quietness and edginess that comes from being off the beaten track. This self-managed experimental space aims to encourage originality, creativity, individuality, as well as to promote contemporary arts. It provides an alternative space for budding innovative exhibitions and performances. Lostgens has entered a next phase of unique development and operation. What started as a small private group has now moved out into the public, Lostgens aims to weave itself into the multicultural artistic atmosphere. More than just a place that brings together artists, it also provides a platform for a dynamic growth of multi-layered artistic culture.

We met up with the principal of ‘Lostgens’, Mr Yeoh.He slighyly introduced us about the art centre and those things we were going to do in the coming days.After it, we went for an interview along the Petaling Street.

Those are some example of places we went for the interview along Petaling Street.Although it was hot inn weather, and we were extremely tired, but it was a great day for us to learn many things and experienced a lot.

 Chok