Jingshi Introduction
The white marble, like satin, weaves into a rectangular window in the shape of a "回" character. The rigidity of the stone and the softness of the surfaces intertwine endlessly, just like the cycle of life and death in nature. As the view shifts, the rectangle transforms into a triangle, disappearing and reappearing, creating a viewing window in the carved space. Through this window, the scenery and meanings behind the sculpture merge into one, interconnected, with endless landscapes! Creator's Introduction Author: Karen van Omeran Personal Experience 2011 Oslo Sculpture Park, Norway 2011 10th Jahre Bildhauer Creation Camp, Germany 2011 BenQ International Sculpture Creation Camp Creative Journey Pietrasanta is a small town in the Lucca Province at the edge of Tuscany, located at the foot of the Apuan Alps, just a few kilometers from Carrara. It is known as "Little Athens" of Italy because, for centuries, artists from around the world have come here to create their stone or bronze sculptures. Since the 15th century, Pietrasanta has been famous for its marble, and the tradition of exceptional stone masons has always thrived here, along with a wealth of high-quality bronze suitable for artistic creation. Even today, sculptors still come to Pietrasanta, renting spaces in workshops for their long-term or short-term projects. However, modern tools have replaced the traditional hammer and chisel, as precision computer equipment is now used for creation, erasing the images of the past. This small town has always held significance for my work; the knowledge of the craftsmen, the countless varieties of stones, and the stone carving traditions closely intertwined with the local people's lives provide endless inspiration. This world is made of stone, and my favorite among them is granite. Granite is formed from magma, with the flowing material being a mixture of melted rock beneath the surface. As the magma slowly cools under constant pressure, it evolves into crystals from different minerals, coloring the stone. This is why granite comes in a multitude of colors, and these stones have formed deep within the earth's crust thousands of years ago.
