What's Zen City？
EXHIBITION CONCEPT
The Essential Commonality
Between Botanical Gardens
and Electronic Circuit.
"Botanical gardens" and "electronic circuits" might seem vastly different in appearance and structure, but I find them fundamentally similar.
This sense of similarity is the foundation of my art series, "Zen City." Using countless photos taken in botanical gardens, I express the internal electronic circuits of devices from an aerial perspective. Here, I explain why botanical gardens and electronic circuits are similar.
Exploring Commonality
Through Micro
and Macro Perspective.
Botanical gardens are ecosystems where delicate life forms harmonize and influence each other to create a unified whole. Similarly, electronic circuits consist of intricate components intricately interconnected to form a cohesive system that powers an entire device.
This intersection of the "micro" and "macro" perspectives is the commonality I see between them. The veining of leaves and the network of roots bear an uncanny resemblance to the wiring of electronic circuits, sparking my creative inspiration.
Born at the Intersection
of Life's Energy
and Human Technology
I enjoy strolling through botanical gardens. The beauty of each plant and the latent energy of life within them deeply move me.
Simultaneously, I am fascinated by observing the intricate designs inside various electronic devices. The precision of their design and the marvels of human technology captivate me.
It is at the intersection of these two hobbies that my artwork "Zen City" was born.
Gazing at the Whole
Dwelling in Tranquility
Sensing Harmony
"Zen" is a philosophy that emphasizes inner peace and concentration to perceive the essence of things. Viewed from above, electronic circuits embody the spirit of Zen. The orderly arrangement of countless parts, creating a harmonious whole, is the essence of "Zen City."
Observing electronic circuits from an aerial perspective allows one to escape the chaos of daily life and immerse oneself in tranquility and harmony.
A Journey from
the Micro to the Macro,
The Shift in Perspective
is Central to Zen City.
From a microscopic perspective, both electronic circuits and botanical ecosystems are composed of countless small elements that combine to create a larger system.
From a macroscopic perspective, each looks like a vast city. This shift in perspective is central to my work.Gazing and journeying through the completed "Zen City" is akin to life itself. By focusing on each detail, we can appreciate the overall beauty and harmony. By viewing the whole from an aerial perspective, we can rediscover what is truly important in life.
"Zen City" offers an opportunity to reevaluate the beauty and harmony hidden in our daily lives. Moving from a micro perspective to a macro one, and then back again, we can deepen our understanding of our own lives. Through this work, I hope to help you find your own "Zen City."
