Spoon with a Hole
2022
Glazed porcelain
3” x 10” x 2” (each)
This is a captivating social practice installation that challenges conventional notions of dining, inviting viewers into a world where spoons delicately scoop water to evoke contradictory emotions of struggle and pleasure. Through this immersive display, the mundane task of scooping water becomes a metaphorical dance between conflicting sentiments, prompting introspection on the intricate interplay between joy and hardship within the human experience. Audiences engaging with this thought-provoking installation are confronted with the symbolic resonance of the spoons, encouraging contemplation on the profound duality of existence encapsulated in the simple yet evocative act of scooping water. The ensemble of spoons, each adorned with a diverse palette of colors, aligns the aesthetic with the pleasurable spectrum of emotions, fostering a sense of familiarity and bridging the installation to the routines of daily eating practices.
Inspired by the Japanese concept of "Chindogu," which celebrates inventive creations designed to enhance daily life with humor, "Spoon with a Hole" challenges viewers to reconsider the contrast between struggle and pleasure. By infusing humor into commonplace objects, the installation prompts reflection on the transformative potential of minor alterations to everyday items, sparking conversations about the nuanced interplay between innovation, humor, and the intricacies of our daily experiences. Through this lens, the artwork becomes a catalyst for reimagining the ordinary and enriching our lives with inventive and whimsical adaptations.
Glazed porcelain
3” x 10” x 2” (each)
This is a captivating social practice installation that challenges conventional notions of dining, inviting viewers into a world where spoons delicately scoop water to evoke contradictory emotions of struggle and pleasure. Through this immersive display, the mundane task of scooping water becomes a metaphorical dance between conflicting sentiments, prompting introspection on the intricate interplay between joy and hardship within the human experience. Audiences engaging with this thought-provoking installation are confronted with the symbolic resonance of the spoons, encouraging contemplation on the profound duality of existence encapsulated in the simple yet evocative act of scooping water. The ensemble of spoons, each adorned with a diverse palette of colors, aligns the aesthetic with the pleasurable spectrum of emotions, fostering a sense of familiarity and bridging the installation to the routines of daily eating practices.
Inspired by the Japanese concept of "Chindogu," which celebrates inventive creations designed to enhance daily life with humor, "Spoon with a Hole" challenges viewers to reconsider the contrast between struggle and pleasure. By infusing humor into commonplace objects, the installation prompts reflection on the transformative potential of minor alterations to everyday items, sparking conversations about the nuanced interplay between innovation, humor, and the intricacies of our daily experiences. Through this lens, the artwork becomes a catalyst for reimagining the ordinary and enriching our lives with inventive and whimsical adaptations.
"Spoon with a Hole" (Installation), Glazed porcelain, water, and bowl
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*All images photographed by Yoon Shin