欢迎来到“探索摩梭：摩梭文化的青春印象”——这是一场沉浸式的摄影与艺术展览，展示了今年夏天深入云南泸沽湖摩梭文化核心的九位大和小朋友摄影师的才华。他们通过 54 幅令人惊叹的照片和 5 幅手绘唐卡插图记录的旅程，让我们得以深入了解这种丰富古老文化的生活、传统和美丽。
通过他们的镜头，这些年轻的摄影师捕捉到了泸沽湖空灵的美，平静的湖水倒映着雪山，大自然的低语在山间的雾气中穿梭。他们的照片深入探讨了摩梭人的日常生活节奏——母系传统在这里继续蓬勃发展，自然与社区之间的平衡在每一幅图像中都得以展现。宁静、坚韧以及与大地的深厚联系等主题贯穿这些作品，为观众提供了与这种文化强烈的认同感的亲密接触。五位年轻小创作者的手绘唐卡进一步丰富了展览，为对精神象征主义和艺术的独特探索提供了机会，突显了摩梭人对其精神遗产的热爱。
摩梭文化常被称为世界上现存最后的母系社会之一，以女性作为家庭的主导和主要决策者。生活在泸沽湖附近的摩梭人几个世纪以来一直保持着他们的传统习俗。他们生活方式的核心是“走婚”这一独特的习俗，夫妻之间保持着灵活的关系，没有正式的婚姻束缚。泸沽湖本身被视为神圣的象征，代表着生命、延续和精神寄托。小朋友们创作的唐卡反映了这种深厚的灵性，描绘了佛教意象和摩梭象征主义，承载着几个世纪的智慧和艺术。这种丰富的文化遗产通过复杂而充满活力的设计得以展现，反映了泸沽湖及其沿岸居民的美丽和深度。
本次展览由“世界起源青年力量”组织，这是一个致力于保护世界民族文化和艺术的团体。由 Vania 葡萄于 2017 年创立，Helena 石榴和 Angelina 樱桃共同创立，我们的使命是通过赋予青年力量来减缓这些丰富遗产的消逝。自成立以来，我们与摩梭社区密切合作，从在慧源完小学的第一个文化课堂开始。我们的努力旨在通过创造积极的学习环境、增强教师对摩梭传统的了解以及提高全球文化意识来促进文化的延续。
通过这次展览，我们不仅突出了这些年轻摄影师和艺术家的才华，也再次确认了我们为子孙后代保护和推广摩梭文化的承诺。我们邀请您与我们一同踏上这段旅程——探索、欣赏并帮助维持摩梭人民令人难以置信的遗产。
愿这些年轻创作者的愿景能像激励我们一样激励您！
非常感谢悦美术馆，众爱，和世界建筑文化保护基金会的支持 <3
Welcome to “Explore Mosuo: Youthful Impressions of Mosuo Culture"—an immersive photographic and artistic exhibition showcasing the talents of nine young (and old) photographers who have ventured deep into the heart of the Mosuo culture at Lugu Lake, Yunnan this summer. Their journey, documented through 54 breathtaking photographs and 5 hand-drawn TangKa 唐卡 illustrations, offers a profound glimpse into the lives, traditions, and beauty of this rich, ancient culture.
Through their lenses, these young photographers capture the ethereal beauty of Lugu Lake, where still waters reflect snow-capped peaks and whispers of nature weave through mountain mists. Their photographs delve into the rhythms of Mosuo daily life—where matriarchal traditions continue to thrive, and the balance between nature and community reveals itself in every image. Themes of serenity, resilience, and a deep connection to the earth permeate these works, offering viewers an intimate encounter with the culture’s strong sense of identity. The addition of the hand-drawn TangKa 唐卡 drawings by the five young creators further enriches the exhibition, offering a unique exploration of spiritual symbolism and artistry that underscores the Mosuo people’s devotion to their spiritual heritage.
The Mosuo culture, often referred to as one of the last remaining matriarchal societies in the world, is centered around women as the heads of households and primary decision-makers. The Mosuo people, who live near Lugu Lake, have maintained their traditional customs for centuries. Central to their way of life is the concept of "walking marriages," a unique practice in which couples maintain fluid relationships without formal marriage bonds. The lake itself is considered sacred, a symbol of life, continuity, and spiritual sustenance. The TangKa drawings created by the children reflect this profound spirituality, depicting Buddhist iconography and Mosuo symbolism, carrying with them centuries of wisdom and artistry. This rich cultural heritage, expressed through intricate, vibrant designs, mirrors the beauty and depth of Lugu Lake and the people who live along its shores.
This exhibition is organized by World Origin Youth Power, a group dedicated to preserving the world's ethnic cultures and art. Founded in 2017 by Vania 葡萄 and co-founded by Helena 石榴 and Angelina 樱桃, our mission is to slow down the fading of these rich heritages by empowering youth. Since our inception, we have worked closely with the Mosuo community, starting with our first cultural classroom in HuiYuanWan Elementary School. Our efforts aim to foster cultural continuity by creating positive learning environments, strengthening teachers' knowledge of Mosuo traditions, and enhancing global cultural awareness.
Through this exhibition, we not only highlight the talents of these young photographers and artists but also reaffirm our commitment to preserving and promoting the Mosuo culture for future generations. We invite you to embark on this journey with us—exploring, appreciating, and helping to sustain the incredible legacy of the Mosuo people.
Let the visions of these young creators inspire you as they have inspired us!
Special thanks to Enjoy Art Museum, Roundabout, and World Monument Fund for your support <3
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