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In CHOI Hye-in's work, the act of eating is revered as a sacred ritual through which we embrace nature and draw the vital energy for life. Her art is evolving from concrete forms into more abstract __EXPRESSION__s. While the meaning may appear ambiguous, it is conveyed with simplicity and clarity, offering a different perspective on the content. Previously, she depicted food sourced from the earth through observational representation, but her recent work places greater emphasis on the process itself. Though the narrative remains consistent, the manifestation of this narrative is becoming increasingly profound. The scenes depicted are enriched by new materials, making the storytelling even more intriguing. As an artist who has long portrayed food, Choi has always desired to reveal the connections and meanings that emerge from the clarity of external forms. Her intent to portray the ordinary¡ªplants¡ªin a unique, earnest, and beautiful way is evident on her canvases. Consequently, her scenes are both concrete and abstract at the same time.
She draws inspiration from the natural flow of the seasons¡ªsuch as Gyechip, when all things awaken from winter's slumber; Gogu, when the earth is nourished by life-giving rain; Haji, the longest day of the year; and Dongji, the longest night of the year. Choi encapsulates the seasonal shifts she has always felt and presents them as traditional Korean seasonal terms within the space of her work. Just as breath reveals the existence of living beings, she reinterprets grains and vegetables in new ways. The sky and earth are distinctly separated on the flat surface, and at times, life forms submerged in water appear as if in a vision. While her lines are primarily created with traditional materials like hanji (Korean paper) and ink, she also incorporates other methods and media. Canvas and ceramics become the foundation, with pigments and colors emerging into forms that pique the artist's curiosity, prompting questions about relationships. The outcomes, influenced by her choices, guide the direction of her work and inform her next decisions.
Choi¡¯s reflections metaphorically express her approach to life through nature. She accepts the realities of daily life with grace, seeking to find something new within the repetition of each day. Rather than stark changes, her work exhibits subtle distinctions that gradually emerge. The familiar shape of a mushroom, for example, is portrayed in a way that invites a fresh perspective. There is no absolute certainty in her work¡ªeach day's emotions connect different elements, as if to suggest that while there are good days, there are also days that fall short. Her paintings embrace the diversity that exists within the collective "we."