NY Studio Gallery is pleased to present 1,3,8 Characters: animation, sculpture and drawings by Eunjung Hwang. These works are inspired by the concept of animism, where all objects even those regarded by science as ‘inanimate’ possess a soul and unique personal character.

Hwang’s characters represent unique combinations of digital and physical form. Her projects start by creating a variety of characters derived from personal dreams and subconscious imagery. Fantasy narratives unfold as the characters act out their roles within a structure interwoven by dream logic. This method attempts to formalize a larger and more intangible narrative. The works are meant to be enjoyed like rhythmic structure of music rather than as a readable story.

Recipient of the Reality Gallery American Slide-All 2009: Solo Exhibition at NY Studio Gallery

About Eunjung Hwang

Born in Seoul, Korea and currently working and living in New York, Eunjung Hwang received her MFA in Computer Arts from the School of Visual Arts, New York. Selected solo and two person exhibitions include: “Eunjung Hwang” LA Center for Digital Arts (2008) and “Creature Feature” Sungkok Art Museum, Seoul, Korea (2007). “The Third Part of Ghosts”, Allgirls International Berlin, Germany (2009) “Siebren Versteeg and Eunjung Hwang”, Sheppard Fine Arts Gallery, Reno (2008). Grants and Residencies include Lower Manhattan Cultural Council, New York (2004) Moving Image Division Artist Residency, EYEBEAM, New York (2003), Soelyst Artist Center, Denmark (2009) New York State Council on Arts Grant, New York (2006) Akademie Schloss Solitude Fellowship, Stuttgart, Germany (2008-09)