Wina Jie's Friends

Muse-Art

About my artwork: I am interested in exploring the dual ontology of hybrid identities created by migrant experiences. The artworks consist of self portraits photographed in reconstructed spaces that form a new paradigm where cultural crossings, fusions occur in hyper-reality. It is a third space where the redefinition of identity occurs, without the dictation of modes of cultural stereotypes that occur in society.
Dichotomy, 2007
The series explores the theme of division and duality between a person's newly adopted culture and their attachment to their cultural heritage. Montage and layering processes represent the deconstruction and reconstruction of a previous identity as one journeys through the adaptive process of finding a sense of belonging.
Dis-oriental, 2008
Images from Dis-oriental are simulations involving identity constructs and spatial metaphors, which communicate the narrative of cultural displacement. A migrant’s disorientated world is described through Dis-oriental’s sequence that weaves in and out of daydream and reality. Surreal dreamscapes disrupts notions of familiar suburban reality, raising feelings of uncanny or unhomeliness. The dynamic tension of cultural influences from East and West within my identity is expressed through dual spaces above and below mirrored surfaces and compartmentalised rooms.

Artists I like: Julie Rrap, Zhang Huan, Shirin Neshat, Jeff Wall, Miyako Ishiuchi, Idris Khan, Michiko Kon, Roger Ballen, Yasumasa Morimura, Matthew Barney,Lorna Simpson,Wang Qingsong,

The centre of the artworld is: New York, London, Berlin, Beijing, my studio, online

At 10:22am on 31st October 2008, tony south said…: Great new images Wina, very strong, accomplished.

At 7:48am on 31st October 2008, mike hinc said…: Thank you...that's exactly what I was trying to discover - the way in which you were using the term. I hope by asking I have not offended you. I agree any image is open to interpretation - or misinterpretation. Which is why I asked.

At 6:55am on 31st October 2008, mike hinc said…: Yes...I understand that from the work which successfully investigates those uncertainties and ambiguities. My point is that the word "dis oriental" as a term of cultural analysis carries meanings not directly pertinent to the work, which may prove distracting and confusing. I was thinking especially of Edward Said's usage.

At 6:46am on 31st October 2008, mike hinc said…: Excellent - I like your work very much and can see that it explores questions of personal ontology and cultural identity. But much of it, I wouldn't call it "dis-oriental" - which to my understanding is a misunderstanding of western culture by an oriental sensibility. But maybe this is just my occidental understanding of the term. I'd like to hear yours'? This is just a quibble about the overall title of the work - which itself is strong and thoughtful.

Congratulations on finishing your degree. I hope you get the grade you wanted and wish you well. Keep in touch.

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At 8:02am on 24th October 2008, ART & ARTISTS LA said…: BLUEBIRD ART HOUSE AND ART&ARTISTS LA are pleased to announce the 1st INTERNATIONAL JURIED COMPETITION 2009.

Open to all artists in all fine arts media we seek to recognize outstanding quality and diversity in the arts.

The 2009 IJC is open to all artists worldwide, age 18 and older. All works must be original. Entries in the following medias will be accepted: Painting, Drawing, Mixed media, Printmaking, Watercolor, Ceramics, Sculpture, and Photography.

Entry Deadline February 15th 2009.

AWARD

A solo show next winter 2009 at Bluebird Art House and $1500 to the winner. 1 work in the show for each one of the 3 runner up.

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At 9:28pm on 8th September 2008, Valentin Hennig said…: Hello !
Thanks a lot for your interesting answer. Yeah certainly one can understand people better - if acting and maybe disguising like them.
I want to dive into different subcultures in order to understand a bit more. Right know ive begun a new sculpture/painting series. Ill tell you when it has developed.

I m looking for your works !
Best regards
Vale

At 10:14pm on 4th September 2008, Valentin Hennig said…: Hey Wina !
How are you doing and developing ?
You joined the group "artist as shaman " -
do you know Joseph Beuys ? He regarded himself as a shaman in order to develop the structures of society with the help of art.
Do you think that art could change society ?

Best regards
Vale