marine plywood, pure natural lacquer, metallic natural lacquer, abalone, mother of pearl, scrap metal, foil wrappersFranz Kaka
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This abstract artwork features a richly textured surface composed of swirling patterns and mottled textures in shades of gold, brown, and black. The composition appears to be an exploration of natural forms, with irregular shapes and organic markings reminiscent of rock formations or geological structures. The artist's use of materials and techniques creates a sense of depth and a tactile quality, inviting the viewer to closely examine the intricate details. This piece likely reflects the artist's interest in the dynamic processes of the natural world and the underlying patterns that shape our physical environment. ...
HaeAhn Paul Kwon Kajander is the collaborative artistic practice of HaeAhn Kwon and Paul Kajander. Through the merging of their given and family names, they aim to challenge conventional identification categories, such as gender, ethnicity, and individualism, which are often reinforced through proprietary terms. Their artistic work is characterized by a responsive approach to installation and assemblage, where research and conceptual exploration find expression through material improvisation. For instance, in their solo exhibition "maximum suffering along the way" (2019), driven by their ongoing research into the violent history of modernization in South Korea, they conducted experiments with traditional lacquer techniques known as ottchil. These techniques serve as a material and conceptual foundation for their new body of work, which delves into the burdensome history of urbanization. To embrace more environmentally sustainable materials, they have created a series of relief works utilizing the dry-lacquer technique. This technique involves layering glutinous rice powder, ottchil, linen, ash, and clay powder. The combination of unstable organic matter with lacquer offers several benefits, and possesses natural repellent properties against insects, enhancing the durability of the artwork.
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