Art from Everyday Objects: Exhibition Highlights New Wave of Female Artists
Creatrip Team
a year ago
The exhibitions in Seoul's Itaewon and Samsung districts showcase the creative work of new-generation female artists exploring everyday items. In Itaewon, artist Shin Min transforms mundane objects like head nets (a mesh worn by fast food workers to prevent hair from falling into food) into expressive sculptures. Her art reflects experiences from her time working at franchises, addressing themes of labor, identity, and empathy. Meanwhile, in Samsung, Korean-American artist Rachel Yoon uses discarded massage devices and workout machines to comment on consumerism and immigrant experiences, questioning the societal pressures for self-improvement. These exhibitions reveal meaningful messages behind ordinary items, while redefining their artistic potential.
