natural lacquer, mother of pearl on salvaged plywoodFranz Kaka
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The artwork is a minimalist circular composition in a deep, dark shade of black. The surface appears glossy and reflective, with faint markings visible, possibly made by the artist's hand. The composition is centered around a simple motif, a small butterfly-like symbol, which stands out against the vast dark expanse. The artist's technique suggests a focus on materiality and visual simplicity, creating a contemplative and meditative work. This piece may reflect the artist's intention to evoke a sense of mystery and introspection through the interplay of light, form, and symbolic representation. ...
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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