The story of the time leap is somewhat similar to a future challenge. A motorcar racing at near-light speed manifests my longing to take my hope into the near future.

Timeleap

"Endless Force" is a powerful expression of internal conflicts and future anxieties, portraying a racing motorcar as a metaphor for time, speed, and self-imposed competition. The distorted car form symbolizes the artist's identity and shadow self, personified as a beast with inner desires and anger. This succinct artwork explores the interplay between a relentless pursuit of progress, inner conflicts, and shadowy aspects, transcending a mere depiction of speed to weave a captivating narrative of the human experience.

Endless force

The "Paint Desert" series captures spaces transforming like paint through an automobile with acrylics, reflecting transient emotions and the lack of definite answers.

The blue background, vigorous brushstrokes, and distant car symbolize change and movement. The car represents the speed and freedom people seek, highlighting their psychological state, confusion, and resolve amid fluctuating emotions.

My philosophy focuses on discovering one’s true self amidst change and instability. This artwork expresses deep human narratives, incorporating time, space, relationships, and culture beyond mere beauty.

Paint Desert

The 'Stray Racer' series tells the story of a racer navigating through surreal dreamscapes. The car traversing between gigantic cacti symbolizes modern people's anxiety, longing for dreams, and the accompanying fears. Using collage and acrylic paint to convey the unstable and unpredictable nature of dreams, this work showcases the mental and emotional obstacles faced by contemporary individuals.

Stray racer

Kang Minseok's Ice Cream series uses the form of ice cream to explore how memories change over time. By creating sculptures from leftover acrylic paint and preserving them with resin, the series captures fleeting yet intense experiences. The familiar medium of ice cream symbolizes transient happiness and nostalgia, highlighting the importance of preserving cherished moments. The vibrant colors and glossy finishes evoke both visual and emotional responses, encouraging reflection on how we remember and hold onto personal and collective memories despite the passage of time.

Ice cream

The collection is part of the 'Butterfly' series, featuring the distorted shapes of two cars racing forward with explosive radial lines forming an abstract butterfly. It reveals inner conflict and collision, representing the struggle and compromise with the inner self to find identity. Using acrylic paint and finishing with a dripping technique, the artwork visually expresses the journey of inner exploration amidst relentless competition. The explosive colors and lines symbolize inner conflict and desire, while the butterfly shape represents the courage to explore new directions and grow through transformation. This piece depicts the journey of self-discovery and growth within the fierce competition of modern society.

Butterfly

This artwork 'Sway in the Wind' depicts a small car navigating through a towering forest, symbolizing life's uncertainties and challenges. The car's journey reflects the inevitability of unexpected situations and the need to adapt and seek answers. The powerful presence of nature contrasts with the car's quest, highlighting our pursuit of happiness and self-discovery amid modern life's competition. The piece emphasizes the importance of accepting and harmonizing with nature, inviting viewers to reflect on their own journeys and the external forces shaping their paths.

Minseok Kang