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Some stories resonate across millennia. Though often personal anecdotes, they inspire us to contemplate profound questions about the meaning of life and existence. At times, a story ceases to be just a story and becomes a chapter in one's life. In our imagination, the significance of this chapter transcends the original intent of the tale. Perhaps one of the missions of art is defined by this imagination that constantly transforms reality. The key is that it is not as real as reality itself, yet a life without imagination is unimaginable. Art enriches life by 'deviating from reality' and, through this unique method, conveys messages to us. Therefore, many artworks communicate far more than their creators originally intended, resonating with our souls, evoking deep emotions, and leaving a lasting impression.
Through Eternity, Chu Cheok Son gently narrates a personal story of longing for permanence. It speaks of the enduring hope for life, the yearning for everlasting beauty, and the eternal cycle of nature. It also touches upon the joy brought by aspirations and transformation, and the process of pursuing that joy, rekindling the eternal feeling tied to memory and emotion. Our time in this material world is finite, but what is our relationship with this finitude? Do we truly have an ending of our own, or is the concept of an ending only relevant to others? Perhaps eternity is merely an uncertain moment—a flash seen when energies converge, a shimmering emotion radiating from the darkness.
Eternity is a concept devoid of speculation, nihilism, or naivety. The artificial flowers blooming on the central sculpture seem to smile, while the surrounding paintings are dreamlike and elusive. The stark contrast created makes us acutely aware of the brevity of life. On this spiritual journey, Chu Cheok Son guides us, with a touch of melancholy, to contemplate hope. Each painting serves as an alternative reflection of daily life, engaging us in a conversation about the essence of life and the liberation of the ordinary soul.
These abstract paintings appear formless, as if by their very nature, yet they amplify the various emotions evoked by the sculptural elements. If we allow ourselves to experience these emotions, the story becomes enchanting and dreamlike.
Perhaps only by embracing hope amidst gentle melancholy can we softly accept that life is an imperfect arc. This hope reveals how easily we can be moved by intense emotions, stirred by life's myriad possibilities and impossibilities, and shows us how we often achieve self-transcendence even when unable to articulate our feelings. Some stories resonate through the ages, empowering each person's imaginative world with a humanistic spirit that does not diminish due to aesthetic demands.
The story of this exhibition is profoundly humanistic. When the human spirit is rich, seeking the present moment is akin to finding a pause in the world—a moment where everything becomes an eternal promise. In that instant, eternity becomes possible, because artificial flowers never wither.
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