Gallery KIWA is set to host Hong Sooyeon’s debut solo exhibition in London, titled “In the Flow,” from February 20 to April 19, 2025. Since its inception in 2011 in Seoul, Gallery KIWA has become a notable space for contemporary art, marked by distinguished public art projects and collaborations with both established and emerging artists globally. The London branch continues this tradition within a historic arts setting.

The name “KIWA” refers to traditional Korean architecture, specifically the distinctive tiled roofs of hanok houses, symbolising traditional Korean aesthetics and craftsmanship. “KIWA has a deep commitment to London and its thriving creative community,” stated C J Chun, Director of Gallery KIWA, expressing pride in contributing to the cultural fabric of Mayfair through their exhibitions.

Hong Sooyeon, a prominent contemporary Korean artist active in Seoul and New York, leads this showcase with exclusive artworks. The exhibition features 13 pieces that highlight her unique artistic approach, creating a focus on amorphous figures set against a flat background, which appear three-dimensional and explore themes of reality and perception in innovative ways.

Her art practice contrasts with the traditional figure/ground composition by introducing a flow-like essence, aiming to depict reality not as separate elements but as an interconnected experience. Hong’s work reflects significant philosophical influences, particularly from East Asian traditions, which embrace the concept of reality as a continuous flow, diverging from Western artistic norms.

While influenced by Dansaekhwa, a movement focused on monochromatic art, Hong Sooyeon’s approach diverges as she integrates both process and representation, allowing her paintings to serve as both physical enactments and visual representations of reality. This duality positions her work as a bridge between Eastern and Western interpretations of reality in art.

In conclusion, Hong Sooyeon’s exhibition at Gallery KIWA London aims to engage viewers with her innovative portrayals of reality as a continuous flow. The gallery’s historical context complements Sooyeon’s distinctive artistic vision. By merging Eastern and Western concepts in her work, she invites a deeper understanding of perception and representation in contemporary art.

Original Source: www.artsandcollections.com

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