DAYDREAM
"Wood", an ancient term for a cluster of trees, harbors paths that stretch individually yet converge within the same wooded expanse. The term 'Holzwege' finds its roots in Martin Heidegger's collection of essays bearing the same name. Heidegger employs this notion to delve into various subjects, ultimately unveiling that the core of an artwork lies in revealing concealed truths. Strolling down these paths, artworks unveil a genuine realm distinct from our everyday reality, allowing things to exist as they truly are. This exhibition showcases a solo presentation by the artist Woori Bai, whose works orbit closely around her contemplation of the divine essence of life and an exploration of the meaning of existence. The artist frequently takes strolls in the forest, drawing inspiration from her communion with nature. She freely extracts poetic fragments from her soul, laying them open for the viewer with the intention of returning to a more genuine form, rekindling the uninhibited joy that resides above the nurturing earth.
16MEI
16mei was born in 1995 and now base in Japan. Her works reflect her childhood fears, a sense of vulnerability and a pursuit of beauty in life. Each artwork is a true reflection of her inner world, like dreams deeply hidden in her subconsciousness. Through her artistic creations, she confronts her fears and breaks through herself, just as the artist said: “You must know how to look at fear, as if it's breathing, and have a direct conversation with it."
AYAME
Ayame is a self-taught artist living and working in Japan. She has began exhibiting her works since 2014. In 2020, she became a student of Kenki Tsujimoto to further refine her artistic skills. Her current works, which focus on the theme of “warm light,” primarily depict a girl shining brightly and surrounded by objects in her childhood memories such as stuffed animals and candies.
CHEESE ARNON
Cheese Arnon (1986, Thailand) lives and works in Thailand. He started learning traditional art through self-study, attempting various techniques that many famous artists before him had showcased. Through diverse forms of learning and training, his final works emerged in various artistic styles with the “fox” as the main character. Overall, his creations exude a sense of power, often portraying the image of the fox with a metallic texture that contrasts with its surroundings, giving the images a strong sculptural quality. These whimsical and mischievous images appear as if embarking on an adventure during a journey, with each picture resembling a specific plot in a story, igniting the viewer’s imagination and curiosity.
COTOH TSUMI
Cotoh Tsumi is a Japanese Artist that has been active in the art scene since 2017, transitioning from an illustrator to a contemporary artist. He offers a unique interpretation of commercial illustration and printing techniques. Proficient in a soft and colorful style, he delicately captures the ever-changing expressions of girls through his brushstrokes, drawing inspiration from their eyes. In Japan, his works are often regarded as commercial pop culture items. As a contemporary artist, he continues to explore different ways of depicting urban young women that deviate from today’s norm.
CY WANG
CY Wang was born in Taiwan in 1981 and now base in Hong Kong. From photography to installations and painting, each field displays his captivating imagination and unique aesthetic perspective. As a representative of the “comic” generation, his extensive works reflect the intersection of popular culture, historical culture, and art culture. He uncovers the relationships between the new generation, the internet, electronic games, social media, exploring the cultural and social perspectives of the younger generation.
FAOZEE
Faozee (B.1998) lives and works in Thailand. He perceives art as a language to communicates the artist’s thoughts and emotions. Influenced by Japanese anime characters and films, Faozee describes his works as “changing with age and maturity.” Currently, his art falls under the realm of surrealism. Through his works, the artist primarily tells his views and insights on social issues, using various elements to symbolize or metaphorically represent human behaviors.
I WAYAN SARCITA YASA
I Wayan Sarcita Yasa from Bali, Indonesia, is a young artist born in the year 2000. He is currently studying at the Indonesian Institute of the Arts Yogyakarta. His artworks predominantly feature black and white tones. For the artist, the scenes he portrays are deeply rooted in his childhood memories. He use black and white to depict his past memory. The eyes are painted in color to symbolize his vibrant soul and surging thoughts, signifying that the feelings preserved within his mind remain vividly alive.
MALAMAI
IMalamai (B.1997) is living and working in Thailand. She is a graduate of Silpakorn University with a Bachelor's degree of Fine Arts in Painting, Sculpture, and Graphic Arts. The artist's work revolves around a dreaming girl named “Mui". Mui is a sensitive girl who often appears with a solemn expression, occasionally shedding tears. Her youthful innocence comforts adults who resist growing up, and she listens to every story held within the artist's heart. Like an imagined friend, she accompanies every moment of the artist's life, sometimes even mirroring the artist herself. In the artwork, Mui's nose and eyes are often depicted as red, symbolizing her allergic reactions to pollen. Despite being allergic, Mui chooses to embrace the flowers she loves. Through the portrayal of Mui, the artist employs allergy symptoms to represent her own intricate sensitivity, telling her personal stories and true feelings. The artist wishes to deliver a message to her audience: no matter what situation you are in, face the difficulties with a positive and courageous attitude.
NINA PARK
Nina Park (B.1990) is a popular contemporary illustrator from South Korea, graduated from Kingston University in the UK with a degree in illustration. Her works are featured by their unique urban street style. Park primarily depicts daily life of her own in her scenes. Enjoying moments of cuddling her cat, sipping coffee, reading books, and taking walks on nearby streets to experience the changing seasons, her free-spirited and relaxed lifestyle is translated onto the canvas as delicate and heartwarming daily scenes. Nina Park’s works aim to view the world from a female perspective and become a “mirror to the soul” for young girls, conveying the message that “every young person going through confusion is not alone.” For Nina Park, free drawing generates a sense of contentment as if “the body hasn’t moved, yet the mind has traveled far,” allowing her to cherish everything she loves without being bothered by external criticism.
TURN
Turn (Terdtanwa Kanama) was born in 1994 in Thailand. He graduated from Silpakorn University with a Bachelor’s degree of Fine Arts in Painting, Sculpture, and Graphic Arts. Inspired by street culture and his favorite music, summer is the artist’s favorite season and it signifies the lush foliage and colorful butterflies congregating in vibrant scenes. Turn’s creation of “Bonsy” was influenced by bonsai trees. “Bonsy” becomes a recurring character in his works—an inquisitive friend who carries genuine dreams and ambitions, journeying alongside boys and girls.
YU GYEONG CHEON
Yu Gyeong Cheon is a South Korean artist born in 1990. In the artist's works, there are often "incomprehensible" faces, and these faces are filled with anxiety, sadness, or loneliness. The main character in the images sometimes holds cats, sometimes holds dogs, no matter how richly the background is depicted, the images always convey a sense of elusive tranquility. In the "forest" constructed by the artist, such images make one feel safe and regain peace.
YUJA
Yuja (B.1987) lives and works in South Korea. She expresses her inner subconscious through a rich array of paintings. Yuja believes that life is full of uncertainties, and sometimes we inevitably get lost in “the forest”. When we realize our limitations, lose sight of our goals and origins, and overlook the small things around us, we feel disheartened. Yet, when we calm down and observe carefully, even in the midst of chaos, we can find our unique selves. All the experiences along the way during our bewildering days become a part of our lives. The flowers, trees, and girls in the artist’s paintings may seem delicate and vulnerable, but in her view, they symbolize room for growth and infinite potential. The artist wishes to invite everyone into these healing scenes.