ARTIST STATMENT

 

During my artistic phase, I merge as a researcher with my surroundings, always seeking new discoveries deeply rooted in my creative heart. My works emerge from moments of inspiration, guided by the emotions and ideas I capture throughout the day.

Observing my environment is at the core of my creative process. Persistently, I approach phenomena and create a harmonious interplay between them and my artistic vision. Through continuous experimentation with innovative ceramic techniques, I integrate the diversity of my surroundings into the surface design of my artworks. In doing so, I utilize not only the material properties of ceramics but also their inherent beauty to reflect the unspoiled nature.

My creations strive to craft an emotional odyssey that captivates the viewer and evokes a deep symbiosis between humanity and nature. They serve as a powerful reminder of the unstoppable passage of time and the constant metamorphosis of our surroundings. Each work invites self-reflection, awakens valuable memories, and prompts contemplation about the meaning of our lives.

In these moments, we find resonance, inspired by nature and a deeper understanding of its ecological significance. Together, they weave a narrative that expresses the essence of our shared existence. Every everyday moment becomes a theme. I transform my emotions and the atmosphere of my surroundings into adjectives and verbs – my own material and language for shaping my artistic works.

Memories transform into rhythmic forms, patience and effort manifest as time. Imagination and meditation open up a positive space. I experiment with forms and materials through layering, turning, movements, and combinations to expand my art. On the surface, traces and sounds emerge like in a dance. It is a sensual play between precision and dissolution, between letting go, movement, and stillness, between chance and control – always in the present moment.

Poetry. Song. Harmony.

Yun, Hyojung