ETHCHED DIALOUGE : All to  whisper your presence
 Metal, Natural Leather 37"x 29" x 22"  





WON HWANG
















Metamorphic Landscapes 
Genesis                                              
Divergent Realities
“You leave wrinkles behind. I, too, leave wrinkles upon you.
 Perhaps we could embrace this as our way of remembering each other. 
The subject no longer seeks to be a noun/ object but a verb. 
Even if you’re not beside me, I trust the trace of your movement . I trust the crease you’ve left on me.”

- Won Hwang 



"Etched Dialouge" recontextualizes the chair as a self-portrait, capturing the essence of departure and arrival through its creases. Symbolizing the passage of time and moments of transition, each fold imprints the diverse experiences acquired along life's journey—from reckless passion to privilege and chance encounters. These creases, whether formed by deliberate molding or the fiery intensity of burning, serve as tangible reminders of movement and process. They pave the material to remember and honor the journey held in the making.






Genesis explores the dual role of the artist as both creator and observer, highlighting how the artistic process itself becomes a reflective journey that shapes and informs the final work.




[Artifact 001: Etched Dialogue ]



[Artifact 002: Father’s way back home ]

 
By transforming the chair into a self-portrait, Hwang delves deeply into the concept of departure and arrival, using the chair’s creases as symbolic markers of life's journey. These creases, created through deliberate molding or intense burning, represent the passage of time and the myriad experiences that shape our lives.In the context of metamorphic landscapes, Hwang’s work illustrates how physical objects can embody the transformations inherent in personal and environmental evolution. The chair, assmilation of a body, is reimagined as a dynamic record of movement and process. Each fold and crease in the material serves as a tangible reminder of the moments of transition—from reckless passion to privilege and chance encounters—highlighting the continuous interplay between stability and change.

The creases in "Etched Dialogue" are akin to the natural folds and undulations found in landscapes shaped by geological forces over time. Just as landscapes are constantly altered by natural processes, the chair is sculpted by the artist's hand and life's unpredictable events. This metaphorical linkage emphasizes the interconnectedness of personal growth and environmental transformation, inviting viewers to reflect on their own journeys and the changes that have defined their paths.






[ process in completion of “ETCHED DIALOGUE” by won hwang]