Park, Byung Geun, also known as ‘Parking’, sees light as a foundation of energy and being. Having been called ‘Gwang Myeong (光明, ray of light)’ as a childhood nickname, it was natural for the artist to ponder the meaning of the word. Light, a medium for spotting subjects through the optic system, is a tool for finding “Existence”. For the artist, light was a guide for identifying the inner self, eventually leading to self-awareness and self-actualization.
Inspired by his research, the artist’s painting seeks to capture light in its purest and most essential form. To do so, the artist has developed his unique method of painting using hologram film, wood, acrylic, and resin. The combination of materials in the artworks is often intuitive, subtly reflecting influences from the artist’s everyday experiences. Later, his artistic practice developed into a particular series titled ‘Bitti’, a created persona exploring memories, remnants of light, and enlightenment.
- Section Installation
- Venue Palazzo Mora
- Based in Seoul, South Korea
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