Once Upon a Time~
001-007, 2022
engobe, ceramic, 2022"Once Upon a Time" invites visitors on a journey through the intricate connections between memory, identity, and belonging. The work delves into the fleeting nature of memory and its deep impact on shaping self-perception and relationships.
Inspired by concepts of memory, thought-provoking questions emerge: If bodies vanish, do memories disappear as well? Does the essence of the past endure when memories fade? Are some memories prioritized within collective memory?
In response, memories are preserved in a unique form, allowing space for self-growth beyond traditional mediums like words or images. The result is a multisensory exploration, creating an expressive form that exists beyond individual consciousness.
Each sculpture in "Once Upon a Time" is imbued with the emotional resonance of its origin. Shapes, colors, and textures are crafted to reflect the complex emotions and sensations of these memories, making the intangible tangible, with a poetic quality that remains both readable and mysterious.