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Professional Art Review: 'Resurrection 23-18'
by Buyong Hwang
Future of Art Global Masterpiece Award Jury Board and
Marta Puig, Editor of Contemporary Art Curator Magazine/
September 28, 2024
....................Buyong Hwang's Resurrection 23-18, 2023, stands as a radiant testament to artistic brilliance and material innovation, a masterpiece that has justifiably earned the esteemed Future of Art Global Masterpiece Award. Measuring 80x122cm and crafted from jute string, acrylic coins, modeling paste, and oil colors on plywood, this work transcends conventional artistic boundaries, blending diverse materials to achieve an almost ethereal aesthetic impact. The piece evokes profound emotional and intellectual engagement, while also exemplifying the artist's genius in manipulating texture, form, and symbolism.
....................At first glance, Resurrection 23-18 appears as a pulsating, golden fan-like structure stretching outward, suggesting both motion and emergence. The radiant arcs, created from jute string and modeling paste, unfurl with a deliberate yet organic rhythm, symbolizing rebirth and transcendence. The choice of material, especially jute string, speaks to the artist's capacity to elevate humble and everyday objects into the realm of the divine. The tactile quality of the piece, with its textured surface, engages the viewer in a sensory dialogue, urging us to touch, to feel the raw and rugged surface that conveys a sense of awakening from chaos.
....................The title of the work, Resurrection, adds further layers of interpretation. Resurrection is, by nature, an act of renewal and transformation, which mirrors the artist's own creative process. Hwang's work speaks to a revival of ancient forms of craftsmanship but presented through a thoroughly contemporary lens. The interplay of light and texture in the golden tones invites reflection on themes of life, death, and spiritual regeneration. Each acrylic coin embedded in the composition becomes a symbol - perhaps of past experiences, moments of enlightenment, or fragments of history - beautifully suspended in this cosmic field of renewal.
....................The use of modeling paste and oil colors creates a sculptural quality that challenges traditional flatness, resulting in an intricate relief that gives the artwork a powerful three-dimensional presence. The curves, flowing lines, and circular elements in the design seem almost ritualistic, connecting the viewer to something primal yet deeply personal. There is an undeniable sense of movement, as if the piece itself is alive, breathing, and continuously evolving - a visual metaphor for resurrection as a dynamic and ongoing process.
....................Hwang’s choice of color palette, dominated by rich yellows and golds, reinforces the theme of enlightenment and divine energy. Gold, in many cultures, symbolizes the sun, wisdom, and eternal life, while the warmth of the yellow hues instills a sense of hope and optimism. Hwang's sophisticated handling of oil paints adds an additional layer of luminosity, transforming the entire piece into a radiant symbol of vitality and spiritual ascent.
....................The fact that Resurrection 23-18 won the Future of Art Global Masterpiece Award is not surprising, as the jury recognizes works that push artistic boundaries and challenge conventional perceptions. Hwang’s genius lies in his ability to blend the archaic and the modern, to create a piece that is both deeply rooted in tradition and yet revolutionary in its execution. This work is a statement of timelessness, inviting the viewer to contemplate not only the cyclical nature of life but also the enduring power of art to convey complex spiritual and existential truths.
....................Hwang's artwork is not just a masterpiece in its own right, but a declaration of his remarkable talent and potential to shape the future of contemporary art. His creative vision, combined with his mastery of material and form, places him at the forefront of global contemporary artists. In Resurrection 23-18, Hwang does not merely represent resurrection; he enacts it through his own artistic rebirth, breathing new life into ancient symbols, imbuing them with contemporary relevance.
....................The Future of Art Global Masterpiece Award celebrates artists whose works transcend mere visual appeal to become lasting contributions to the global art landscape. Buyong Hwang’s Resurrection 23-18 is a profound, textured, and meditative work that captures the spirit of rebirth in both form and concept. As a recipient of this award, Hwang is recognized as an artist whose influence will continue to shape the future of art, inspiring generations to come with his extraordinary talent and unique vision.
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