{"id":555794,"date":"2026-04-10T17:00:42","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T17:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/winklersart.com\/?p=555794"},"modified":"2026-04-10T17:00:42","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T17:00:42","slug":"in-kyoung-chun-expanding-spaces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/winklersart.com\/?p=555794","title":{"rendered":"In Kyoung Chun: Expanding Spaces"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>**Transparent Houses and Metaphors of Belonging: In Kyoung Chun at the Halsey Institute**<\/p>\n<p>The Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art at the College of Charleston is delighted to present the innovative works of In Kyoung Chun in an exhibition that brings together transparency, metaphors of belonging, and the performative magic of interactive installations. As viewers step into the display, they encounter a captivating exploration of the concept of home &#8211; both secure and vulnerable, stable yet temporary.<\/p>\n<p>Chun, an immigrant artist originating from Seoul, South Korea, and now residing in Atlanta, Georgia, channels her multifaceted artistic approach into pieces that challenge conventional perspectives. By incorporating transparent houses, suspended constructions, and intimate paintings, Chun effectively uses these elements as powerful symbols of community and inclusivity. Her art philosophically navigates the blurred lines between private and public domains, fostering an environment where fragility and strength are in harmonious coexistence.<\/p>\n<p>Through creations that range from her neon-lit &#8220;Blank and Cold Coffee Corner [exterior]&#8221; to delicate works like &#8220;Scented Creek Near My Place&#8221; and &#8220;Mirrored House,&#8221; Chun extends the boundaries of painting, inviting an immersive experience that transforms observation into a communal activity.<\/p>\n<p>Having exhibited across numerous esteemed platforms and collected by significant institutions, Chun&#8217;s work continues to resonate with audiences. Her recent endeavors, including a three-year residency at Atlanta Contemporary and participation in international residencies, reflect her commitment to challenging artistic norms while creating spaces of solace and joy amidst societal turbulence.<\/p>\n<p>The Halsey Institute, with its mission to foster meaningful interactions between cutting-edge artists and diverse communities, is proud to showcase Chun&#8217;s thought-provoking exhibits. &#8220;In Kyoung Chun: Make Room,&#8221; open through July 25, 2026, represents a pivotal opportunity for viewers to engage with artistic expressions that toldly proclaim the vibrancy and resilience found in the act of belonging.<\/p>\n<p>For further information, visit the Halsey Institute&#8217;s website. This exhibition is generously supported by the South Carolina Arts Commission, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>**Transparent Houses and Metaphors of Belonging: In Kyoung Chun at the Halsey Institute** The Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art at the College of Charleston is delighted to present the innovative works of In Kyoung Chun in an exhibition that brings together transparency, metaphors of belonging, and the performative magic of interactive installations. As viewers step into the display, they encounter [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":555795,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"Default","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-555794","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/winklersart.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/555794","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/winklersart.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/winklersart.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/winklersart.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/winklersart.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=555794"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/winklersart.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/555794\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/winklersart.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/555795"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/winklersart.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=555794"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/winklersart.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=555794"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/winklersart.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=555794"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}