Jin Won Han
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Fragile Creatures (2009-)

Inspired by genetic engineering and alchemy, I have been creating organic/mechanic hybrids assembled by broken pieces of glass apparatus from a laboratory. Labels and decals on the original apparatus stayed on the creatures, so that they could literally look like lap-made creatures. 
I see the genetic engineering technology as high-speed, man-made evolution of our era. Reading articles about the controversial technology, I had a mixture of feelings - awe and curiosity. This is not a new thing in history. People has been experienced fear and excitement toward new technologies in their era. I believe that the excitement about GE technology is related to our passion and desire toward the 'advanced being' that has been with us for a long time in the form of myth and folktale.  
My creatures are visual responses to it. Clear glass was chosen t
o express unsafe, fragile, mythical or rather unrealistic feelings. 

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  • Home
  • About
    • Bio
    • CV
    • Artist Statement
  • Portfolio
    • Recent Works
    • 3D Renderings
    • Glass Boats
    • Human/Nature >
      • Spheres
      • Fragile Creatures
      • In Memory of Alchemists
      • Resurrection
    • Teapots
    • Perfomance/Video works
    • Entering Wonderland
  • Contact