Mind Hearing I by Jieun Oh

Piece / OnBody NewTalentsByKlimt02

I make contemporary jewelry and sculptural objects based on my concept, “Window of the Mind.” My concept expresses the importance of communicating one’s true thoughts and emotions. I believe impactful pieces evoke strong emotions in others, and the viewers of my work experience love and tranquility momentarily. To me, the emotional clarity of a piece is a key concept to bring forward in order to create a sense of positive energy within an area of negative memories. During our lives, we are continuously influenced and divided by our beliefs either consciously or unconsciously. It could be through multiple modalities such as education, culture, society, or tradition. Being raised in a Korean household, I grew up in a strict community where I had to be respectful and show emotional discipline before those who were older than me, which only enticed a facade of true courtesy. After dwelling on some of these philosophical ideas, I strive to depict emotional transparency and unrestrained design so I may share the emotions I felt while creating the art pieces.