2022. 5. 4 – 5. 20
GUNAYOUNG

As for the patterns in my work, the tree symbolizes an existence, and the trees gathering together to form a forest symbolize coexistence and harmony. Over time, patterns have gradually been simplified, and as I put more stress on the nature of emotions than on the shapes of trees, more abstract expression became possible. I try to create a calm and serene atmosphere in my compositions by accumulating and overlapping patterns, or by making them float to create kinetic forms. I am trying to create conceptual and abstract works based on the medium of Oriental ink on Hanji(Traditional paper made from mulberry trees).

I recorded the moments of my personal life in which I saw, heard, and felt in the works. Each painting contains its own story and was completed as if I were composing a piece of music or poetry. I observed carefully, discovered poetic diction, expressed it, played variations on it, and refined it. The restrained expressions became an abstract painting. I hope that the pictures capturing memories of the senses can provide a moment of empathy no matter what they suggest to viewers. Although my work may be insufficient in many ways, I still hope that people will have a moment of rest as if taking a stroll and taking time to heal when standing in front of my work. May there be a calling in the picture. . .

Gallery Jung
12 Gyeonghuigung 2-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Korea
+82 2 733 1911

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