Artworks 2020 - 2022
Amid the challenges brought about by the Covid pandemic, I found inspiration in specific events that underscored the theme of "interconnectedness." One notable example is the journey of dust from fossilized remains in a dried-up Sahara lake, carried by the wind to nourish the Amazon rainforest. This rainforest, a vital ecological treasure, contributes approximately 6-9% of the world's oxygen annually.
The passing of my mother in 2021 became a poignant catalyst for introspection, guiding me to explore my own existence through the lens of lineage. In the process, I seamlessly integrated my mother's artwork and the brush strokes I inherited from her into my own creations. Her dedication to Korean ink paintings during her 30s left an indelible mark on me. These personal reflections on lineage and the transmission of the creative spirit across generations facilitated a profound connection with my mother, transcending the boundaries of time and enriching my artistic journey.
22-04_Underneath what we see
Gouache, white pencil, nobang, collage on clay board
14.5 x 22.5 x 2"
2022
22-05_Underneath what we see
Gouache, graphite, backside of the needlepoint piece on clay board
20 x 22 x 2"
2022
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22-06_Dust from Sahara Desert to Amazon_Interconnectedness
Collage, transparent fabric over a piece of punctured paper over clay board
15 x 12 x 2"
2022
This is based on scientific discovery about all beings are interconnected, and sustain life on Earth. From the dried-up Lake Mega-Chad in the Sahara Desert, 150 million tons of the fossilized remains are ground into fine dust and lifted up by the wind, and dropped in the Atlantic Ocean and Amazon forest yearly. In the Atlantic Ocean, planktons use it as a nutrient source, absorb carbon dioxide, and produce oxygen into the atmosphere. About half of the oxygen in the atmosphere is produced by the ocean phytoplankton. Furthermore, dust is dropped in the Amazon rainforest. Its infertile soil by constant rain and flood washing away the nutrients is replenished by this dust. Amazon rainforest is called the “lungs of the planet” because they draw in carbon dioxide and breathe out oxygen.
22-02_About value
Gouache, house paint, recycled vinyl with house paint on, and printed fabric on clay board and wood panel
25 x 25 x 1.5"
2022
22-03_What sustains life; diversity; connected in relationship
M/M(Remnants of various fabric pieces sewn together)
26 x 44 x 1.5"(size and composition are variable with more pieces of panels shown in the photo with 2 panels in accordance with the given space)
2022
22-01_Threads underneath what we see
The backside of the fabric stretched over 3 canvases
24 x 47.5 x 2" (variable size in accordance with the compositions)
2022
21-05_Interconnected_Healing
Gouache, spray paint, pencil, concentrated watercolor ink, crochet on nobang and clay board
14 x 11 x 2 "
2021
21-06_Interconnected_Healing
Gouache, spray paint, pencil, concentrated watercolor ink, crochet on nobang and clay board
14 x 11"
2021
21_02_Interconnected_Healing
Light+shadow, gouache, and collage on layers of nobang(Korean transparent-colored silk)
20 x 22 x 2"
2021
21-01_Healing_Connectedness
Light+shadow and recycled vinyl with house paint in a plexiglass box
21.5 x 21 x 3"
2021
20-04 Healing _Redefining boundary
Light+shadow, gouache, Korean ink, and collage on layers of nobang(Korean transparent-colored silk) over the plexiglass box
14.5 x 14.5 x 3"
2020
20-07_Interconnectedness
Light+shadow, gouache, and collage on layers of nobang(Korean transparent-colored silk
20 x 16.5 x 2"
2020
20-06_Healing _Interconnectedness
Light, gouache, and nobang on clay board. A piece of needlework balanced and supported by 4 rectangular panels.
28 x 32 x 4"(The size of this arrangement.) The arrangement is variable and size is variable.
2020
20-09_Healing _Interconnectedness
Light, gouache, collage on silk mounted over a 3" deep plexiglass box.
13.5 x 15.5" x 3"
2020
20-01 Healing _Redefining boundary
Gouache, Korean ink, gold leaf, graphite pencil, and collage on paper
14 x 14 x 2"
2020
20-02_Life_Self-organizing
Light+shadow, gouache, and collage on layers of nobang(Korean transparent-colored silk) and cotton fabric
14 x 16 x 2"
2020
20-05_Healing_Interconnectedness
Light+shadow, gouache, pen, and collage on paper and Nobang(Korean transparent-colored silk)
33 x 22 x 2"
2020
20-03_Life_Self-organizing
Light+shadow, gouache, and nobang(Korean transparent-colored silk) on paper mounted over the wooden panel
21 x 23 x 5" (changeable size for variable composition with the layer of nobang)
2020
21-03_Interconnected_Healing
Light+shadow, gouache, discarded handmade crochet piece, and layers of nobang(Korean transparent-colored silk) on clay board
15 x 13 x 5"
2021