Big Spoon with a Hole
2023
Glazed stoneware
24” x 5” x 60”
This installation, an extension of the previous spoon project, delves deeper into the juxtaposition of struggle and pleasure, magnifying emotional impact through a monumental scale. The oversized spoon sculptures, rendered in a melancholic shade of blue, evoke a poignant undertone, drawing from psychological associations with reduced appetite. Despite their grandeur, these colossal utensils exist as a testament to futility, denying their inherent functionality and prompting reflection on the mundane life cycle. This deliberate juxtaposition challenges conventional perceptions, inviting viewers to contemplate the intersection of art, psychology, and the overlooked objects of daily life. Through the use of color and form, this installation sparks dialogue on the multifaceted nature of our interactions with art and functionality, prompting introspection and exploration of the familiar in new contexts.
Glazed stoneware
24” x 5” x 60”
This installation, an extension of the previous spoon project, delves deeper into the juxtaposition of struggle and pleasure, magnifying emotional impact through a monumental scale. The oversized spoon sculptures, rendered in a melancholic shade of blue, evoke a poignant undertone, drawing from psychological associations with reduced appetite. Despite their grandeur, these colossal utensils exist as a testament to futility, denying their inherent functionality and prompting reflection on the mundane life cycle. This deliberate juxtaposition challenges conventional perceptions, inviting viewers to contemplate the intersection of art, psychology, and the overlooked objects of daily life. Through the use of color and form, this installation sparks dialogue on the multifaceted nature of our interactions with art and functionality, prompting introspection and exploration of the familiar in new contexts.
*All images photographed by Yoon Shin