traditional lacquer, mother of pearl, sea snail, pineFranz Kaka
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This contemporary artwork features a vibrant, abstract composition with a bold, circular motif. The canvas is awash in a deep, earthy red hue, overlaid with expressive brushstrokes and splatters of navy blue and silver. The overall impression is one of dynamic, almost primal energy, with geometric shapes and gestural markings creating a sense of movement and rhythm. The artist's distinctive style and technique suggest an exploration of the interplay between order and chaos, hinting at a deeper, symbolic meaning within the piece. This work likely reflects the artist's intention to evoke a sense of primordial, cosmic energy through their expressive, abstract painting style. ...
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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