Wing above Wing, Flame above Flame 翼覆翼，光覆光 : The Pataphysics of Sensing

Join us for a thought-provoking lecture by Penny Yiou Peng as she delves into the realms of sensory perception and artistic practice in our series, Psychedelic Reason. 🌌

In a world often dominated by data and algorithmic predictions, the notion of a foreclosed future can feel suffocating. Penny Yiou Peng, a distinguished writer and scholar, invites us to challenge this perception through psychedelic reason, a sensory and somatic practice that heightens our awareness of vitality and energy that mainstream narratives tend to overshadow.

Drawing from her extensive interdisciplinary artistic projects, she will explore how alternative sensorial technologies—rooted in ecological rhythms, Daoist principles, and speculative fabulation—can reshape our understanding of reality. 🧘‍♀️✨

This event is part of the 2025-26 Asymmetry Distinguished Lecture Series, generously supported by Asymmetry, which aims to provide a platform for voices from East and Southeast Asian heritage to engage with contemporary issues of transculturality and representation.

📅 Date & Time: 10 oktober 17:00 - 19:00
📍 Location: 141 Praed Street, London, W2 1RL, United Kingdom
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Speaker Background:
Penny holds a double BA in Economics and Film Studies from Smith College, an MA in Film Studies from University College London, and a PhD in Philosophy from Freie Universität Berlin. She has made significant contributions to art and performance, exploring themes of ecology and perception. Look out for her upcoming book, On the Edge of Performance! 📚

We look forward to seeing you there and embarking on this sensory journey together! 🎨