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Discussion with the artists from the Beyond the Wall Exhibit. Moderated by Dr. Mitzi Carter.
Sponsored by JM Family Enterprises Inc.
Asian immigrants have played an integral role in the building of this nation in all facets of life, including agriculture, business, medicine, technology, and the arts. Yet, these communities are often still viewed through a lens of stereotype, cliché, and myth.
Beyond the Wall features the work of five dynamic contemporary artists of Japanese and Asian American descent who explore their cultural heritage and individual identities through the powerful, large-scale medium of the mural. The artists’ integration of Eastern aesthetics or concepts into a Western world construct reveals a greatly expanded narrative of identity. In this compelling exhibition, we discover their unique story and voice. Join us for a discussion with the artists and learn about their work, unique stories, and what inspires them.
Boy Kong
boykongart.com
Casey Kawaguchi
caseykawaguchi.com
Elena Øhlander
elenaohlander.com
Hiromi Mizugai Moneyhun
hiromipapercut.com
JUURI
juuriart.com
For more information about this exhibit, visit the Morikami website.
morikami.org/beyond-the-wall
00:00 Introduction
02:51 Boy Kong
06:07 Casey Kawaguchi
08:45 Elena Øhlander
11:47 Hiromi Moneyhun
15:08 Juuri
17:27 Dr. Mitzi Uehara Carter
19:05 Discussion Begins
19:41 Artists' Intention With Public Art
26:09 Expression of Heritage
32:38 Traditional Artforms Reimagined
38:05 Asian Spaces
42:04 Boy Kong's Name
45:22 Thoughts Behind The Artworks
1:00:46 Pop-Culture Inspiration
1:02:22 What's Next For You
01:11:42 Q&A Begins
01:12:00 Why Boy Used Mats
01:13:11 Artists' Inspiration
01:15:46 Food Art
01:18:59 Meditation
01:20:18 Asian Experience Growing Up
Discussion with the artists from the Beyond the Wall Exhibit. Moderated by Dr. Mitzi Carter.
Sponsored by JM Family Enterprises Inc.
Asian immigrants have played an integral role in the building of this nation in all facets of life, including agriculture, business, medicine, technology, and the arts. Yet, these communities are often still viewed through a lens of stereotype, cliché, and myth.
Beyond the Wall features the work of five dynamic contemporary artists of Japanese and Asian American descent who explore their cultural heritage and individual identities through the powerful, large-scale medium of the mural. The artists’ integration of Eastern aesthetics or concepts into a Western world construct reveals a greatly expanded narrative of identity. In this compelling exhibition, we discover their unique story and voice. Join us for a discussion with the artists and learn about their work, unique stories, and what inspires them.
Boy Kong
boykongart.com
Casey Kawaguchi
caseykawaguchi.com
Elena Øhlander
elenaohlander.com
Hiromi Mizugai Moneyhun
hiromipapercut.com
JUURI
juuriart.com
For more information about this exhibit, visit the Morikami website.
morikami.org/beyond-the-wall
00:00 Introduction
02:51 Boy Kong
06:07 Casey Kawaguchi
08:45 Elena Øhlander
11:47 Hiromi Moneyhun
15:08 Juuri
17:27 Dr. Mitzi Uehara Carter
19:05 Discussion Begins
19:41 Artists' Intention With Public Art
26:09 Expression of Heritage
32:38 Traditional Artforms Reimagined
38:05 Asian Spaces
42:04 Boy Kong's Name
45:22 Thoughts Behind The Artworks
1:00:46 Pop-Culture Inspiration
1:02:22 What's Next For You
01:11:42 Q&A Begins
01:12:00 Why Boy Used Mats
01:13:11 Artists' Inspiration
01:15:46 Food Art
01:18:59 Meditation
01:20:18 Asian Experience Growing Up
