Delight Exhibition

An Ode to Urban Luminescence

In the city's heart where tales intertwine, Lies a realm both shadowed and divine. Cold yet ablaze, silent amidst the din, Impassive, yet with warmth from within. Delight dives deep into this dual dance, Seeking the glow in every fleeting glance. For amidst the city's sorrow and dread,

We find humanity and hope ahead.

PERSONA
: Between "I" and "We"

The city, a collective of signifiers and pulsating human energy, emerges as the central motif of the exhibition. Here, the city is not merely a physical entity but a vibrant fabric of human experiences and stories that evolve and intermingle over time.

631 Memories

Spanning 631 years from the Joseon Dynasty to modern-day Seoul in 2023, "631 Memories" captures the evanescent glow of time and history in its illuminative design.

Mind : Myth

Navigating through ancient terrains and timeless mythologies, "MIND" emerges as a deep meditation on the intricate bond linking the humanity of bygone eras to future generations.

Shinro (God's Road)
: Bridging Eras

Nestled amid the relentless rhythm and urban allure of Seoul, the Jongmyo Shrine serves as a vestige of serenity,

a gentle whisper amid the encroaching materialism of the contemporary age.

Poetry Vanishes
: A Rainy Reverie

As rain cascades down a window pane, a city night scene unfolds on the other side, the droplets tracing paths like tears down the glass. In this poignant tableau, the silhouette of a poetic phrase emerges, hinting at its impending disappearance.

Gwanghwa
: A Vibrant Glimpse into Seoul

"Gwanghwa" offers a jubilant cinematic journey into the heart of Seoul, capturing the city's pulsating rhythm and vivid tapestry of life. Through evocative visuals, it showcases a mélange of its inhabitants, breathtaking landscapes, and the symphony of urban sounds that define its character.

Resonance
: The Echoes of Bamboo Forest

In a meditative exploration of representation and reality, this media installation work flows vertically, evoking the image of a dense bamboo forest. The artwork sources its imagery from promotional phrases curated by Seoul's governmental agencies.

Goblins

Do gods truly dwell among us? The spaces we inhabit whisper countless tales, echoing the profound mysteries and latent energies that lie within. The magic isn't just an old tale; it's a palpable force, intertwining with our very movements, our gestures, manifesting an ethereal dance of boundless vitality.

Urban Pulse

: The Dynamic Dance
of Signs and Desires

In the heart of urban landscapes, signboards emerge as potent symbols, capturing human desires, societal aspirations, and the very pulse of capitalism. With each era's shifts and cultural evolutions, they morph, presenting an instantaneous snapshot of the times we inhabit.

The Moon
: Beyond Korean Ethos

As demonstrated by the seminal work, "Moon is the Oldest TV" by Nam June Paik, the moon occupies a transcendental space in Korean consciousness. It moves beyond mere celestial observation to embody profound metaphoric and spiritual values.

Seoul's
Neon Nostalgia

The city of Seoul is a testament to the symbiotic relationship between the modern and the historic, the digital and the analog. As RGB lights illuminate traditional analog signboards, a symphony of club music intertwined with siren sounds emerges, embodying the city's intricate dance of time and technology.

The Path of
Humanity

Within the confines of contemporary art emerges a space that vibrates with ceaseless relationships, even when apparent meaning seems elusive. Visitors are propelled into an imaginative realm, where their virtual selves spark both curiosity and tension.

An Ode to Urban Luminescence

PERSONA : Between "I" and "We"

631 Memories

Mind : Myth

Shinro (God's Road) : Bridging Eras

Poetry Vanishes : A Rainy Reverie

Gwanghwa : A Vibrant Glimpse into Seoul

Resonance : The Echoes of Bamboo Forest