I create and think.

My artistic journey revolves around my fascination with cultural patterns that persistently emerge within my own life experiences.
Through the medium of sculpture, I aim to express these intricate patterns, dissecting them and shedding light on their significance. While my early works were inspired by the interpretation of orientalism as portrayed in the media, my recent focus has shifted towards the tangible aspects of urban culture, specifically the architectural forms and enigmatic traces that seem to have no clear origins.
I find myself captivated by the cityscape and the ambiguous imprints it holds. These unidentifiable layers of history and culture that accumulate over time, much like the layers in a work of art, have become a central theme in my recent creations. I strive to interpret these enigmatic traces extracted from the urban and modern context as patterns, revealing the intricate dance between culture, landscape, time, and the materials involved in the artistic process.
In my artistic practice, I predominantly employ industrial materials such as acrylic and stainless steel components. I assemble these materials with precision and care, aiming to convey the sensation that arises when these distinct elements collide and interact, blurring the lines between them. The result is a sensory experience, a visual and tactile exploration of the interplay between materials and their inherent characteristics.
Collaboration has also been a significant part of my artistic journey. I am fortunate to work alongside fellow visual artists, including Heejoo Keem and Juyoung Park, as part of the collaborative group known as "Pastry." Together, we engage in a wide range of projects that explore diverse and discontinuous approaches to art and media. This collaborative endeavor has enriched my creative process, offering fresh perspectives and ideas that continually push the boundaries of our artistic exploration.
In conclusion, my art is a reflection of my ongoing exploration of cultural patterns, urban landscapes, and the interplay of materials.

김슬기는 일상 생활에서 그에게 반복적으로 노출되는 정보(혹은 패턴)들을 재조합해 조각언어로 구체화한다. 그 과정을 통해, 기록되지 않고 사라지거나 미디어 상의 근거없이 떠돌아다니는 개념과 이미지 등을 탐구한다.
미디어에서 보이는 오리엔탈리즘을 해석하여 유물조각을 제작해오던 중,
조각 작업을 반복하며 최근 미디어에서 현실세계로 눈을 돌려 도시 문화의 건축양식과 출처를 알 수 없는 흔적의 형상을 눈여겨 보고 있다. 출처가 불분명한 적층된 흔적을 도시와 현대에서 추출한 패턴으로 해석하여 문화경관이 쌓이는 시간과 재료가 결합되어 작품이 되는 과정의 유사성을 찾는다.
주로 아크릴과 스테인리스 스틸 부속 등 산업재를 사용하여 주재료와 부속품을 조립하는 방식으로 작품을 만들었으며 재료가 가진 이미지를 교차시켜 각 물성들이 부딪혀 만들어내는 감각을 표현해왔다.
또한 동료 시각예술가 김희주, 박주영과 함께 협업 그룹 페스츄리의 일원으로서 매체에 관한 다발적이고 비연속적인 프로젝트를 이어나간다.

Sulki Kim