Good day, everyone. My name is Wesley Ting-Wei Lin, and I am delighted to welcome you to the Unique Landscapes of Taiwan exhibition. This marks my third collaboration with WAMCI, following my contributions to The 2022 Season One Taiwan Series – Taiwan Tea Culture and The Native Taiwan Exhibition – Taiwanese Endemic Butterflies. It is truly a privilege to have the opportunity to once again showcase the beauty and cultural richness of Taiwan in the “Taiwan Geological Landscapes Exhibition.” When you think of Taiwan, what images come to mind? Perhaps it is the striking silhouette of Taipei 101, the vibrant atmosphere of Shilin Night Market, or, for butterfly enthusiasts like myself, the remarkable diversity of butterflies — with over 400 species found on the island. However, Taiwan’s beauty extends far beyond its urban landmarks and wildlife. Its natural landscapes are equally captivating, from the dramatic marble cliffs of Taroko Gorge to the misty forests of Alishan and the volcanic terrain of Yangmingshan. These distinctive environments offer a profound sense of wonder for nature lovers and adventurers alike. Among Taiwan’s many iconic natural features, Mount Yushan holds a special place. As the island’s highest peak and a defining feature of the Central Mountain Range, it represents the raw, untamed splendour of Taiwan’s wilderness. While illustrating the North Peak of Yushan, I was struck by the powerful juxtaposition of weathered, jagged peaks set against the lush, forested lower slopes. The unique climate of this region fosters an extraordinary level of biodiversity, making it one of Taiwan’s most ecologically rich areas. It is my hope that this exhibition will provide you with a deeper appreciation for Taiwan’s diverse landscapes. By the time you have explored the collection, I trust you will leave with fresh perspectives on the island’s natural beauty. Perhaps, you may even be inspired to embark on a journey of your own to experience Taiwan’s wonders firsthand — and create your own unforgettable Formosan memories. Thank you for visiting the exhibition, and I hope you enjoy it.

大家好，我叫林庭緯，這次是我第三次參與與WAMCI的合作。在前幾次的檔期我擔任了「2022年第一季臺灣展-臺灣茶文化」及「原生臺灣-臺灣特種蝴蝶」的插畫師。非常高興又有機會參與到本次「臺灣地質景觀展」。 講到臺灣，有什麼是您覺得最具代表性的東西？是極具著名的大樓-臺北101，還是多元美味的美食路邊攤-士林夜市呢？又或者您也跟我一樣熱愛這塊小島嶼上的400多種蝴蝶。另外，臺灣也有著著名的特殊地形，從險峻的太魯閣步道一直到熱帶森林的阿里山及陽明山。這些百變的地景也讓各地的遊客慕名而來。 如果你是喜歡戶外運動的朋友，來到臺灣，玉山是我一定會推薦造訪的地點。玉山不僅是臺灣最高的山，也是中部有著辨識度極高的百岳之一。在繪製玉山北峰時，我觀察到氣候造成的山頂，與下半部森林界線形成一個極度強烈的對比，除此之外，這個區域的生態多樣性也可說是非常的獨特。 觀賞完這些特殊地景，您將會更認識臺灣的美景。希望本次的創作能讓您多認識臺灣，期待您親自造訪臺灣，並留下屬於自己的一個美好回憶。