Spotlight Artist

Areum Yang

Northeast
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Pinto Mopping Blue

Colorful abstract painting with animals, a human silhouette, bright shapes, and vivid brushstrokes.

acrylic, oil pastel, and pencil on canvas

Locking Myself Out

Colorful birds around a birdcage on a blue background with abstract patterns.

acrylic, oil, collage, oil pastel, charcoal, and pencil on canvas

Faraway Land

Abstract painting with dark trees, swirling shapes, and vibrant colors on a teal and white background.

oil, acrylic, pencil, charcoal, and oil pastel on canvas

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Artist Statement

 Through my painting, I create elaborate realms where objects and subjects are immersed in a dynamic of self-reflection. These worlds become spaces where the subjects see themselves as both the observers and embodiments of diverse perspectives or characters. Drawing inspiration from Korean traditional paintings, I delve into the complexities of psychological perspectives and their connections to the concept of social equity and freedom.

Within this process, I’ve discovered an in-between realm where imagination, dreams, and reality converge—a place I call home. In this space, I observe not only the art but also myself observing the artwork. This realization reveals that the idea of home is deeply connected to our perspectives.

My paintings feature metamorphic entities, representing the ongoing dialogue between humans and their surroundings. Trees, houses, and shadows become communicative elements, reflecting the world’s self-observation through diverse forms.

Collage materials play a vital role in my work, symbolizing the interconnectedness of everything. Diverse materials, even from different sources, unite when they engage in conversation, emphasizing relatability and promoting social equity.

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