Jonathan Kim
This work was created during an artist residency program at Sauerbier House in Port Noarlunga, inspired by the traditional Korean installation concept and the unique environment of Sauerbier House. Density difference is one of the fundamental concepts of my Gong-gan-seong (spatiality). Density means not only the physical properties of the material but also the different spatial tension formed by them. The timber, stone and cloth have different densities physically, and additionally, the structures created by the artist make the physical differences even more prominent. Also, the Korean sentiment reflected in the cloth, stone and wood creates another density difference with the Western style of gallery space. Density difference is often mistaken for opposition or conflict, but it is a starting point towards balance in my practice.
Stone & Cloth in Frame III-IV
Stone, cloth and timber
Dimensions variable
Stone & Cloth in Frame III-IV (detail)
Stone, cloth and timber
Dimensions variable