(“Hangawui”- Hyunju Lee, 2009; Inkjet Print on Canvas)
This piece is a representation of Korea’s celebrated folk dance. The concentric circles of repeating Hangul characters depict a sacred art form that signifies unity, harmony, as well as perfection. The color spectrum pattern also displays diversity and constant movement, which brings the artwork to life. On close examination, it is apparent that the circles are not equidistantly apart which allows the eye to wander towards the elongated Hangul characters. These particular characters are more expressive and sensual than their rigid and unified neighbors; they symbolize the dancers’ freedom, vivacity, and soul.
(“Ileona (Stand Up)” – Phil Choo, 2009; Digital Print on Archival Linen Cotton Canvas Paper)
The eye-catching Hangul texts seen here are lyrics to the song “Ileona,” or Stand Up. The song’s message is clearly portrayed by the characters standing upright advocating to the world that people should ‘stand up’ against dejection and despair during times of trouble. This uplifting piece is relevant to current world affairs because it acts like a campaign that encourages people to sustain a positive attitude during the economic recession. This artwork connects to the audience as a whole, visually and spiritually, and serves as a trend that people should follow.
The eye-catching Hangul texts seen here are lyrics to the song “Ileona,” or Stand Up. The song’s message is clearly portrayed by the characters standing upright advocating to the world that people should ‘stand up’ against dejection and despair during times of trouble. This uplifting piece is relevant to current world affairs because it acts like a campaign that encourages people to sustain a positive attitude during the economic recession. This artwork connects to the audience as a whole, visually and spiritually, and serves as a trend that people should follow.
(“Supeui Giouk – Memory of a Grove” – Hyunju Lee, 2009; Inkjet Print on Hand-made Paper)
This abstract piece is reminiscent of Cy Twombly’s Quattro Stagioni, in which both artworks play on the themes of nature, mark-making, and life. Lee’s forest is a representation of the clarity he found while reflecting on life. It is ironic that this ambiguous forest would give him closure on the enigma known as life. Like Twombly, he also juxtaposed words within his art to portray a certain degree of eloquence and complexity. In addition, his style, much like Twombly’s, seems like adolescent markings, in which the regression towards a more primitive style allows him view life in simpler terms for better understanding.
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