Humming Letter #97,
2024
Ji-an Kwon
Painting : mixed media
116.8 x 91 x 3 cm 46 x 35.8 x 1.2 inch
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Unique work
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Hand-signed by artist
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116.8 x 91 x 3 cm 46 x 35.8 x 1.2 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Framing
White floater frame
Artwork dimensions including frame
118 x 93 x 5 cm 46.5 x 36.6 x 2 inch
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Artwork location: Portugal
Kwon Ji-an's Humming Letter #97 is a captivating work that transforms sound into a visual experience, part of her celebrated Humming Letter series. This piece carries the rhythmic energy of music, where color, texture, and movement converge to create a composition that is both expressive and deeply immersive.
The dominant palette of layered blues, accented by hints of yellow, green, and red, evokes the fluidity of water and the shifting nature of sound waves. Kwon's signature technique—painting with her hands rather than traditional brushes—imbues the work with a raw, organic motion, where each gesture carries an unfiltered emotional depth. The thick impasto creates a sculptural quality, making the painting feel alive as it interacts with light and perspective.
A distinct feature of Humming Letter #97 is the presence of Kwon's calligraphic inscription along the upper portion of the canvas. These delicate, flowing lines suggest a whispered melody or an ephemeral thought, reinforcing the work's connection to auditory sensation.
This painting is part of a highly regarded series that showcases Kwon Ji-an's evolving artistic language—one that bridges music, emotion, and abstract expression. Humming Letter #97 stands out for its dynamic movement and interplay of colors, offering a deeply engaging visual and sensory experience.
Collectors are drawn to Kwon's work for its ability to translate intangible emotions into tangible form. This piece, with its rich textures and shifting hues, holds a presence that changes with light and viewpoint, making it an ever-evolving addition to any collection.
This mixed-media painting is in excellent condition, carefully preserved to maintain the vibrancy of its pigments and the integrity of its layered surface. The impasto technique used creates a multi-dimensional texture, adding depth and complexity. The painting's tactile surface is best appreciated in person, where its variations in tone and light reflection become most apparent.
Kwon Ji-an's transition from music to fine art has allowed her to develop a distinctive artistic identity, where sound and movement are central themes. The Humming Letter series represents her exploration of translating melodies into visual compositions. Each work in the series captures an emotional resonance, shaped by Kwon's experience as both a performer and a painter.
Since her first solo exhibition in 2012, Kwon has continued to gain recognition both in Korea and internationally. Her work is celebrated for its unique fusion of abstract expression and deeply personal narratives, making each piece a meaningful addition to contemporary collections.
This work offers collectors the opportunity to engage with Kwon Ji-an's evolving artistic practice. Its layered textures, expressive movement, and interplay of color make it a compelling acquisition for those who appreciate art that resonates beyond the visual realm.
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Kwon Ji-an (born September 30, 1984), widely known as Solbi, is a South Korean multidisciplinary artist who has seamlessly transitioned from the world of K-Pop into the realm of contemporary art. Having debuted as a singer in 2006 as part of the group Typhoon, Kwon gained fame in the entertainment industry but later turned to art as a means of self-expression and healing. Over the years, she has developed a unique artistic language that blends painting, sculpture, installation, video, and performance art, earning recognition both in Korea and internationally. Kwon Ji-an's artistic journey is deeply personal, shaped by her experiences with fame, cyberbullying, and the limitations of verbal communication. She has openly shared how art became a sanctuary, allowing her to process emotions and reinvent herself beyond public scrutiny. Her works often explore themes of existence and nonexistence, the interplay of colors, and the balance between the tangible and the abstract. In her creative process, Kwon employs self-collaboration, integrating music and visual arts to form a unique convergence genre. She often forgoes traditional brushes in favor of using her hands, creating swirling landscapes filled with movement and emotion—an approach reminiscent of Impressionist masters like Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Vincent van Gogh. Additionally, she incorporates sound waves into her pieces, conceptualizing them as a “gravity of music through humming," reflecting her deep connection to auditory expression. Kwon Ji-an's first steps into the art world began with her debut solo exhibition in 2012, A Person's Way of Looking at the World, in Seoul. This marked the beginning of her evolution as an artist, leading to a series of acclaimed exhibitions. By 2015, she introduced her signature interdisciplinary approach, merging music and painting in her project TRACE, further cementing her status as an "art-tainer" —a term recognizing her ability to bridge entertainment and fine art. Her innovative contributions to contemporary art earned her the "Arttainer Division" award at the 2019 Korea First Brand Awards, highlighting her success in redefining the boundaries between pop culture and high art. "If my paintings can touch someone's heart and be part of their healing process, that would be amazing."
As she continues to push creative boundaries, Kwon Ji-an remains a compelling figure in contemporary art—an artist whose work is not just seen but felt. Her ability to transform personal struggles into powerful visual narratives has solidified her place as one of South Korea's most intriguing and influential modern artists.
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