'BUK-SU' is one of Korea's traditional cultural heritages, another term for 'Jangseung.'It marks the boundaries of new places, such as village entrances, serving as a guardian deity that prevents negative energies from entering. It also represents the common faces of the villagers of its time. I believed it encompasses the past, present, and future of the local community, holding their hopes.
During the challenging times of COVID-19, when going out was difficult, I often watched traditional cultural documentaries and learned about 'BUK-SU.' Through this, I realized that 'BUK-SU' could reflect not only myself but also humanity facing global hardships. Villagers probably wished for a 'BUK-SU' that resembled themselves. I wanted to share the idea that something reflecting today's shared fears and hopes could be the 'BUK-SU' of our time, and I wanted to bring this idea into the present day. To reflect this well, I used the painting technique of silvering to create reflective surfaces.
Medium : Silvered Glass, Ottchiled wood
Size : 70x100cm
Year : 2022