Artist Statement

I am interested in exploring exotic objects from different cultures and eras, particularly those that might seem impractical but have symbolic meanings. Contemplating the intentions behind their creation and unraveling the embedded significance often blurs the lines between these artifacts and everyday items. Sacred objects and images reflect the value system that the group of that era wanted to instill. In my work, I reinterpret archetypal images commonly found in many cultures, including religion, shamanism, and science, to examine how individuals have been individualized and how they believe in subjectivity. And it expands to the question of how far a community can influence an individual and sympathize with their problems. In this process, I try to understand the formed values and beliefs by examining the overlaps between objects existing in specific situations and representing normative order.