Pak Kei (The White Taboo) draws inspiration from the vulnerable Chinese White Dolphin and its relationship to Hong Kong’s marine ecosystem. Commonly known as the Pink Dolphins, the Chinese White Dolphins have not only been a beautiful symbol to Hong Kong locals for generations, they have also been a painful reminder of the increasing pollution issues that riddle our seas. As of 2020, it is believed only 32 dolphins are left in the wild compared to 143 in 2004. This is due to coastal development and reclamation, marine traffic, water pollution, and fishing.

Constructed solely from recycled materials that are all too common in Hong Kong, the sculpture holds the name Pak Kei (The White Taboo) to not only refer to their historical local nickname given by fishermen but also to the Hong Kong government’s contemporary environmental taboo.