HOPATOMICA RESIDENCY (2024)
ABUNDANCE - LELAND ART GALLERY
Idiosyncrasies
2022
30”x 48”
Acrylic, gel medium, and mica powder on canvas
These works aim to engage viewers in reflecting on how perspectives differ - especially within abstract art. Through vivid colors and chaotic compositions, contrasted with holographic elements, the viewer is invited to question how they see the world compared to others. Abstract art has always resonated with me for this reason: it allows for unique interpretation and fosters open-mindedness.
The use of holographic mica powder adds a shifting, angle-dependent effect, symbolizing the variability of human perception. Bright colors represent the mind, emotion, and contrasting ideals - celebrating our individuality and the diversity it brings.
Idiosyncrasies is my first triptych where I was fully immersed in the process - constructing canvases, painting entirely with a palette knife, and layering color only to scrape it back, inspired by Gerhard Richter’s abstract works. Each panel was designed to balance unity and difference, reflecting the nuances in how we each see the world.
After experimenting with many mediums, I chose holographic mica powder for its ability to physically change with perspective. Applied in two layers - first with adhesive, then mixed with varnish and media gel - it emphasizes the work's theme. I completed the pieces with hand-crafted floating frames made of poplar wood.
Ultimately, I hope each viewer finds their own meaning, and in doing so, considers how their viewpoint both aligns with and diverges from others.
