Exhibition Details
Details
- Hosted/Organized
- Jeonju Cultural Foundation
- Introduction
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2023 Palbok Arts Factory International Artists-in-residence Final Exhibition
“Chance + Certainty”
Proudly presented by the Palbok Arts Factory, this exhibition marks the culminating moment of a transformative three-month artist's residency by internationally acclaimed artists, Alan Eglinton and Gökçen Dilek Acay. Initially chosen for this unique opportunity in 2019, their stay expectedly deferred due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. It started in August 2023 within the unfamiliar yet inspiring surroundings of 'Palbok Arts Factory in Jeonju, South Korea.’
This exhibition stands as a complex narrative, intricately woven from threads of introspection, environmental engagement and unbridled creativity. For the local inhabitants, the setting of Palbok Arts Factory may represent the quotidien, but through the perceptive eyes of Eglinton and Acay, these mundane aspects were transformed into objects of fascination and curiosity. The artists delved deep into their surroundings, forging meaningful relationships and garnering fresh perspectives that significantly influenced their creative journey.
During their residency, Eglinton and Acay immersed themselves in this space of curiosity and potential, interpreting and embodying new experiences, while also undergoing a process of self-reflection and artistic refinement. This period of contemplation and interaction with their environment allowed them to develop and present artworks that are not only unique expressions of their personal journeys but also invite the audience to engage in a dialogue, exploring the intricate balance between intention and chance, visibility and obscurity.
The Palbok Arts Factory, through this exceptional exhibition, encourages visitors to traverse the layers of time, clues, and artistic traces left behind by the artists, fostering a space for engagement, reflection and connection. This exhibition serves as a testament to the transformative power of art, showcasing the ability of intention and chance to coalesce, creating a rich tapestry of experience and expression.
**Some artworks contain sensitive contents that may not be suitable for young people and children.