Sringiu Thro / A Living Thing Yet Not

Shringiu thro / A living thing yet not was a deeply personal series of paintings by Lahuli artist and poet Krishna Tashi Palmo, emerging from her reflections on life, memory, and selfhood. Rooted in her training in traditional Thangka art, the exhibition marked a shift from narrative devotion to an intimate exploration of her own story. The works traced her journey from childhood to the present, shaped by experiences of illness, family, and a search for identity.

Moving away from linear storytelling, the exhibition unfolded as a nonlinear, poetic narration where images and words intersect. Themes of loneliness, care, and belonging surfaced through recollections of her early life, particularly her relationship with her mother and domestic surroundings. The body appeared as fluid and transformative—merging with animals and other forms—suggesting a self shaped through both human and non-human connections.

Accompanied by a video installation by Carlo Ghidini, the exhibition extended into the artist’s everyday life, offering an intimate glimpse into her practice and environment. Together, the works created a reflective space that challenged conventional storytelling and invited viewers into a layered, emotional landscape.