The Misty Heaven
This series shows objects floating in foggy and dreamy spaces.
They are reminiscent of the saints floating in the sky seen in old masters’ work. Their works showed dynamic compositions, fantastical mood, elegant style and balanced relationships among figures which inspired me to start this project.
Although I long for spontaneity, I have an instinctive tendency to do the opposite, so I often find myself controlling in many situations. The process of my work has been reflected by these two contrasting elements; spontaneity and control.
The lines formed by unintentional brushstrokes gradually form shapes which are in the end converging towards the figures I consciously pursued. Floating objects are expressed by the dark or vivid colours, dynamic brushstrokes and flowing movement. In contrast, brighter and tranquil colours and soft texture create static and misty impression.
The Misty Heaven 05
120 x 80 cm
Oil on canvas
2024
The 5th piece offers a shift in perspective within the Misty Heaven series, introducing a more zoomed-in, intimate perspective. The painting focuses on abstracted forms that appear to be in the process of coming into being. The arching forms represents a metaphorical gateway or passage into another realm within The Misty Heaven.
The Misty Heaven 04
200 x 70 cm
Oil on canvas
2024
The 4th piece comprising of two canvases placed vertically, expresses the dynamic interaction between colour, form, and energy. This painting expands the narrative of the Misty Heaven series by incorporating vivid and expressive colors, allowing for a greater sense of movement and complexity. As in the previous paintings, this painting reflects the tension between spontaneous, free-flowing brushstrokes and controlled, deliberate forms.
The Misty Heaven 04-2
100 x 70 cm
Oil on canvas
2024
The Misty Heaven 04-1
100 x 70 cm
Oil on canvas
2024
The Misty Heaven 03
50 x 100 cm
Oil on canvas
2024
The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd pieces of the Misty Heaven series were created closely together and represent the foundational stages of the series. During this period, I was deeply engaged with the tension between spontaneity and control, allowing forms to emerge instinctively.
The Misty Heaven 02
60 x 90 cm
Oil on canvas
2024
The Misty Heaven 01
50 x 100 cm
Oil on canvas
2024
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The Misty Heaven 04
The Misty Heaven 04-2
The Misty Heaven 04-1
The Misty Heaven 03
The Misty Heaven 02
The Misty Heaven 01
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