In the spring of 2025, Solbam proudly presents the works of Jeong Yunkyung, a young Korean abstract artist renowned for her evocative, imaginative paintings.
A Space Where Art and Cuisine Intertwine
Solbam’s design is inspired by the aesthetics of an art museum, creating a seamless integration of culinary and artistic experiences. The space is not merely a restaurant but a living gallery where art and gastronomy coexist harmoniously. At the heart of the dining hall, a large-scale artwork serves as a focal point, while rooms and corridors showcase seasonal exhibitions featuring Korean local artists. This evolving curation allows guests to immerse themselves in a multisensory experience, where a meal extends beyond taste to engage the visual and emotional senses.
A Transformative Space of Reflection and Emotion
As the seasons shift, so too does the art within Solbam. In the spring of 2025, the restaurant will unveil an exhibition of abstract paintings by Jeong Yunkyung, carefully curated by GOP Gallery. This new collection invites diners into a space of introspection, evoking a spectrum of emotions and contemplations.
A Painterly Journey Between Memory and Imagination
Jeong Yunkyung describes her artistic practice as drawing inspiration from life itself. To her, each painting is a "visual diary" that captures fragments of the world around her. Her works exist in a realm where memory and imagination intertwine, rendered through a distinctive fusion of collage and abstraction. Over time, her compositions have evolved into freer, more fluid expressions, marked by dynamic lines and layered textures that fill the canvas with depth and movement.
Her paintings exude both a sense of accumulated history and an energetic spontaneity. Elements seemingly tangled in chaos ultimately find harmony, forming a unique rhythm on the canvas. Like layering moments of the past onto the present, she reconstructs fragments of memory to create an entirely new world of her own.
The centerpiece of Solbam’s main hall will feature one of Jeong’s expansive works, radiating the vibrant energy of spring. Abstract painting holds a particular allure in its openness—there are no fixed narratives or forms, allowing each viewer’s interpretation to be shaped by their own experiences, emotions, and imagination. For some, her expressive colors and dynamic lines may convey a sense of unrestrained energy, while for others, the paintings may evoke a tranquil and meditative state. This fluidity fosters a continuous dialogue between the artwork and its audience, offering new discoveries with every encounter.
A Visual Symphony of Color, Texture, and Emotion
Jeong Yunkyung’s large-scale paintings in this exhibition are filled with bold brushstrokes and luminous colors, brimming with a sense of vitality. Swirling and intersecting lines seem to echo the coexistence of dreams and reality, igniting boundless imagination. While her compositions defy defined forms, they evoke natural movements or even cosmic-scale dynamism, allowing for diverse interpretations.
In the private rooms, guests will encounter abstract works bathed in radiant light, acting as mirrors to their inner emotions. These pieces may stir distant memories or surface unspoken feelings, creating a deeply personal experience shaped by the moment and the company they share it with.
Much like how Chef Eom Taejun delves into ingredients with meticulous exploration and insight, the art within Solbam continually transforms with the passage of time. Through Jeong Yunkyung’s paintings placed throughout the space, guests can witness the organic evolution of each piece—distinct yet interconnected, existing as a living organism in constant flux. As you navigate this ever-changing artistic landscape, you are invited to engage with the temporal essence of her works and embark on a sensory journey through the language of abstraction.
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