BaRam

Reconciliation: Let the wind of harmony connect cultures, nature, and humanity. (*‘BaRam’ means ‘wind’ in Korean) Beginning with a conversation between artists Eun Young and Insook about the historical and cultural rift between Korea and Japan, this collaboration merges a tea ceremony with a fabric installation to envision connections among individuals, nature, and the world. It expresses themes of oneness, interconnectedness, and unity.

To engage the audience and create an authentic experience, the tea ceremonies are held in a space constructed with ot-goreum, strips of fabric used in traditional Korean garments to fasten both ends together. Our project conveys the message that we are all connected, even in the most densely populated and diverse city in the world.

ISP's artistic practice is deeply influenced by the internal vibrations and emotional connections from her childhood, which she explores through a multidimensional approach. She seeks to bridge different realms such as light, sound, movement, nature, and culture in her work. Her textile installations (ot-korum) reinterpret the meanings embodied in Ganggangsullae(: Korean traditional dance), giving birth to new pieces that blur the boundaries between art forms. (Website)

EYS's artistic tea practice cultivates a heightened awareness of the five senses and embodies the concept of Wa (harmony and peace in Japanese), a central element of the Japanese tea ceremony. By sharing a bowl of matcha, her practice weaves narratives that resonate deeply with the senses, inviting participants to reconnect with the beauty of inner peace between host and guest, and to find meaning in the world around us. (Website)

(in case of rain, join us on Sept. 22 at 1pm instead)