Description: WORKING NOTES TIME TRAVEL "Embracing a love for the fleeting nature of the world." I have often painted without preconceptions, letting intuition guide me without pause. Even while continuously producing works, I frequently felt a sense of frustration, wondering what attracted me to certain things, why I thought as I did, and why my art turned out the way it did. Working for long periods with no clear direction, I found myself fluctuating between an unsettling sense of meaninglessness and a vague hope that there must be something more in what I was doing. Then came exhibitions, where I displayed my works, only to face audience questions about the subject of my art—questions I found hard to answer with confidence. Walking away, I would question myself, wondering if what I was doing truly qualified as art, if it was meaningful, and if it served any societal purpose. I spent many moments aimlessly pondering. However, recently I have found clarity about my work, and I am pleased to share my reflections. It appears I have held a deep affection for the fleeting and ephemeral. I have often felt tender towards a sprout in spring, sympathetic toward a lush summer forest, or melancholic at the sight of autumn’s fleeting yellow ginkgo leaves. These moments reminded me of a life briefly lighting up before its end, akin to an artist's final act. Even the shavings produced while working with wood resonated with a sense of fragility in life, and I incorporated these into my work for years. Looking at the reflections in a glass window, I felt sympathy for our lives, always striving and enduring; this too became part of my artistic subject matter. The common thread in these actions is a sense of compassion for the fleeting nature of life and a desire to live each moment more meaningfully despite time’s relentless passing. This sentiment is the driving force behind my art. Everything in this world simply exists in its own right. But by having been given life, they must endure the sorrow of eventual disappearance. Even inanimate objects—like rocks that seem to stay forever—will eventually wear down, split, and vanish. Everything, over time, transforms and fades. A weed growing by the road briefly displays life’s beauty before moving on, while a vividly red flower shows me the power of passion before saying goodbye. The yellow ginkgo leaves of late autumn hint at life’s end, prompting reflection, only to fall to the ground, surviving only in my memory. My parents, too, showed me an aspect of life before departing for another realm, and my cherished pet taught me that love's final lesson often involves pain. Just as I am not eternal, everything around me goes through transformations and eventually leaves. This unconscious truth about separation teaches me to see these ephemeral beings with compassion, recognizing that we are all passing entities. Life is a continuous cycle of encounters and farewells, including farewells to my childhood and youth. Each day, each moment bids a subtle goodbye, and time flows forward, leaving all things as mere memories of brief interactions. Far from being meaningless, I feel immense affection for this transitory order of the universe. Every object and event that stirs this affection is precious, and this appreciation fuels my creative energy. Seeing the transient world reminds me of my own fleeting existence, urging me to love more deeply each moment, and, in turn, my life. Time always flows, and everything within it changes, ultimately to disappear. Within these limits, this place and this time are like a vacation trip to Jeju Island. Thus, life seems like a journey through time to feel love, to discover meaning, and to understand. Thematic Descriptions TIME TRAVEL - a rooftop café-series This series reflects my stories within urban landscapes during my time travels. In a rooftop café, with a cup of coffee, I look back on my younger days, years spent grappling and striving for life’s ambitions. Buildings with reflections and refracted city views remind me of my struggle to survive, mirroring not just my efforts but that of many around me. In hindsight, I realize that it’s simply part of life’s journey, and I smile, finding that I have now reached an age where I can see life with a lighter heart. HEAVEN'S FOREST series This work celebrates life’s resilience, thriving within given environments, embodying a form of heaven in living fully regardless of the circumstances. CALM series The winter forest embodies tranquility, a time of calm after the intensity of summer, accepting life’s journey with humility as it prepares for rest. DESTINY series Although humans may appear distinct from nature, our focus on survival over much of our lives aligns us closely with other living beings. SECRET GARDEN series The city resembles a secret garden, each of its denizens fiercely struggling within their realms. Life feels similar, as each person’s misconceptions lead them to fight for what they believe is uniquely theirs.
Price: 1750 USD
Location: Yangsan
End Time: 2024-11-15T15:40:32.000Z
Shipping Cost: 70 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Artist: 하종욱, jonguk ha
Size: 50.5x65
Period: Ultra Contemporary (2020 - Now)
Material: Acrylic, Canvas
Item Length: 20 in
Region of Origin: Busan,Korea
Framing: Framed
Subject: Landscape
Type: Painting
Year of Production: 2024
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Item Height: 26 in
Style: Abstract
Theme: an urban landscape
Features: One of a Kind (OOAK)
Production Technique: Acrylic Painting
Item Width: 6 in
Handmade: Yes
Time Period Produced: 2020-Now
