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ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Blue Era Since urban development began in 1991, life in the city seems to have restarted, but the longing for nature seems to have filled the hearts. The summer of 1991, during a trip to the East Sea, became the starting point for the artworks of the 90s Blue Era, where the chaotic phenomenon of not knowing where the mountains and the sea are, or where the sky and the sea are, was encountered facing the dawn sea. Drawing in natural settings outside the studio is not only a great joy but also a profound realization. I felt the immediacy there. Like a grand symphony or the delicate sound of a flute coming from afar, I was in the midst of it, able to conduct them. The scattering pigments became shadows on the mountain, and in the drawn lines, it was like discovering a microcosm within, rather than drawing the sky or clouds. While seeing a grand figure in the distant landscape and feeling the connection with nature's wind, I created Blue artworks from 1991 to 2000. The artworks were created on silk or hanji (traditional Korean paper), and for the silk works, I followed the method of painting both the front and back, similar to the works from 1990 to 1991, a method I still use in my current works. It was realized that this method is known as the "baeche" technique. During this period, this technique was an expression of what is seen and unseen in Zen painting. The hanji works involved layering multiple sheets to draw images, allowing the oil and acrylic to seep through. After drying, they were patched together and finished.
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Giclee on Canvas
Size:
16 W x 20 H x 1.25 D in
Size with Frame:
17.75 W x 21.75 H x 1.25 D in
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White
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Yes
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Geum Sahong
South Korea
Born in 1962 in Seoul, South Korea, I have rooted myself in the vicinity of Galmae-dong, near Seoul, where I continue my artistic endeavors. Graduating from Hongik University's College of Fine Arts with a major in Western Painting in 1987, I pursued further studies up to the master's and doctoral levels. However, I eventually chose to withdraw from academia, considering that a doctoral degree held little significance in the realm of art. For over three decades, I have dedicated myself to full-time artistic activities. My journey comprises 38 solo exhibitions, numerous group exhibitions in both domestic and international venues, including Japan, Mexico, and the United States, totaling more than 200 exhibitions. I have also served as a jury member for various art competitions in South Korea, and my works are proudly held in collections across the country, including institutions like the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office and the one's parents' house of BTS member Jin. My artistic journey reflects a constant commitment to pursuing creative expression, bridging the local and international art scenes while maintaining an active presence in both solo and collaborative exhibitions. The underlying research theme that permeates Geum Sahong's artworks is pantheism, which reflects the artist's holistic perspective on the world. Geum Sahong engages in a routine that involves meditation at the scene, emptying the mind and then filling it with messages from nature, ultimately translating this process into artistic expressions. The predominant presence of azure blue within the artworks stems from a unique experience of the artist. In his 30s, Geum Sahong encountered a captivating sight during the early hours by the seashore. The horizon seamlessly blended the sea and the sky, diffusing a light blue hue that erased the boundary between the two. This serene scenery left a profound impact, inspiring the artist to predominantly employ shades of blue, particularly azure, in his works. Geum Sahong's artistic journey embodies the fusion of contemplative experiences with nature's messages, translating these encounters into a canvas that expresses his profound connection with the world. This harmonious relationship between artist and nature, exemplified by the prevalent use of blue in his works, demonstrates his ability to capture the essence of his surroundings and share it with others through his art.
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