This initiative stems from the idea that unexpectedly encountering art can be insprirational in every day life.

In collaboration with the BEAR (Fine Art) department at ArtEZ, current and former students will have the opportunity to submit a proposal for the showcase. This benefits both parties: young artists gain experience exhibiting, and Plaatsmaken is thus assured of programming young talent directly from the academy.

On display from March 25th 2024: Yubin Lee

The display case will feature the work of South Korean artist Yubin Lee. Lee is a third-year BEAR student at ArtEZ and works across a wide range of media, including painting, sculpture, video, and performance art.

Many of Yubin Lee’s works make intriguing use of diverse materials, reflecting her artistic approach within her practice. Her highly distinctive drawing technique is rooted in a state of “unconsciousness,” initially inspired by meditation. It intricately weaves together countless small details that evoke a sense of nostalgia while simultaneously conveying an ominous atmosphere. Through her work, she initiates social critique and delves deeply into the “fundamental core” of ourselves.

By challenging dualism, hierarchy, racial constructs, gender, and anthropocentrism, she raises the question: what remains of the “self” when these constructs are ignored? Yubin argues that dissolving the self leads to enlightenment, awakening, and openness - the true keys to freedom.

All of these narratives are uniquely expressed through various materials such as hanji (traditional Korean paper), octopus ink, and rice paper, each possessing its own distinct texture.

This work by Yubin Lee is the first presentation of 2024 in the project De Uitspraak, on behalf of Plaatsmaken in collaboration with BEAR / ArtEZ.