The Documentary Podcast In the Studio: Lindy Lee’s Ouroboros
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Mar 31, 2025 Lindy Lee, a renowned Chinese Australian artist famous for her large-scale installations, discusses her monumental work, the Ouroboros, the most expensive single artwork commission in Australian history. She shares insights into the intricate design and massive scale of the sculpture, highlighting its cultural significance and connection to Ngunnawal language. The conversation also touches on Australia's journey from racism to embracing diversity through art, as well as the emotional and logistical challenges of creating such a transformative piece.
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Australia's Changing Landscape
- Lindy Lee, a Chinese Australian artist, reflects on Australia's shift from a monocultural society to embracing multiculturalism.
- She emphasizes the significance of her work being commissioned by the National Gallery, highlighting her identity and Australia's progress.
Limitless Ambition
- Lindy Lee discusses the challenge of limitless artistic freedom, finding direction by connecting with her deepest questions about existence.
- This personal inquiry guides her work, leading her to explore humanity's place in the cosmos.
Ouroboros' Impact
- The Ouroboros project provided employment for 200 people over three years and required extensive refurbishment of the Brisbane foundry.
- Its construction involved complex engineering from international experts due to the sculpture's unique form.