Artist statement
I am working as a ceramic artist in Sydney Australia. My background is Korean and I have personally experienced migration, dislocation and the impact of cultural clashes / differences to myself and my family. Ceramics is part of my lifestyle. When I feel nice clay it makes me excited to imagine how I can transform it into many possible objects.
I find clay is the most flexible material and it is suits the way I like to express my ideas. I enjoy every aspect of this creative process, especially when I am working it in my hands.
In my work, I love to incorporate symbols. I draw inspiration from my everyday life, such as patterns from old table cloths, old clothes which I don't wear any more, really anything that draws my attention.
I enjoy working with patterns and symbols because these contain messages that can be understood immediately, and imparts feelings and emotions without lengthy explanation.
All of these are used for making functional and nonfunctional pieces coming from my memories and culture. When you look at my work you can apply meaning to your own story, and interpret what you see in your own way. It gives meaning so people could share warmth, joy and recall their fondest childhood memories.
I consider most of the pieces I create as nonfunctional forms. They can be a symbol of beauty. My current work has evolved from my flower and leaves patterns which I had been experimenting with for a while. My goal was to create utilitarian lamps for everyday use, simple forms that speak
primarily about simple functionality based around their daily use. It is my
hope that these images evoke warm feelings that I can share with other
people.
I am working as a ceramic artist in Sydney Australia. My background is Korean and I have personally experienced migration, dislocation and the impact of cultural clashes / differences to myself and my family. Ceramics is part of my lifestyle. When I feel nice clay it makes me excited to imagine how I can transform it into many possible objects.
I find clay is the most flexible material and it is suits the way I like to express my ideas. I enjoy every aspect of this creative process, especially when I am working it in my hands.
In my work, I love to incorporate symbols. I draw inspiration from my everyday life, such as patterns from old table cloths, old clothes which I don't wear any more, really anything that draws my attention.
I enjoy working with patterns and symbols because these contain messages that can be understood immediately, and imparts feelings and emotions without lengthy explanation.
All of these are used for making functional and nonfunctional pieces coming from my memories and culture. When you look at my work you can apply meaning to your own story, and interpret what you see in your own way. It gives meaning so people could share warmth, joy and recall their fondest childhood memories.
I consider most of the pieces I create as nonfunctional forms. They can be a symbol of beauty. My current work has evolved from my flower and leaves patterns which I had been experimenting with for a while. My goal was to create utilitarian lamps for everyday use, simple forms that speak
primarily about simple functionality based around their daily use. It is my
hope that these images evoke warm feelings that I can share with other
people.