Inspired by the basketry techniques, I create my works while taking advantage of the phenomena caused in the weaving process. A basket can sometimes get distorted as it gets woven. While this is typically considered a failure, "distortion" can be regarded as a characteristic of basket weaving. As I coil the thread around the core and shape it while holding the layers together, I look for the cause of distortion in the nature of the material, the direction of work and the angle of layers to effectively incorporate these elements into my work. The elasticity and shape of the core significantly affect the weaving process, as the thread constantly holds back the force of the core trying to bounce back outward. The material, structure, and form are closely connected with each other in the sense that while weaving in concentric circles, a structure is created to enclose the space, and the structure directly creates a form. By selecting materials and methods for weaving with the natural distortion in mind, I saw the possibility of developing it into twists and turns, and I find it interesting to see my intentions and the laws of nature influencing each other to create forms.
In this exhibition, I will be showing works such as the "Crossed Helix," featuring a twisted structure created by the interaction of intersecting lines, as well as "Traced Contour," a piece woven around the surface using the force of attraction in opposite directions above and below the perimeter.