As If..., 2022



Exhibition Funky-Function at Daegu Art Museum, Daegu

As If You’re Dreaming, 2022, mixed media with wood, acrylic, light and iPhone (single channel video, loop)

As If You’re Singing, 2022, mixed media, with fabric, a light stick and iPhone (multi-channel video, loop)


As If You’re Dancing, 2022, digital image prined, a LED light panel, a neon light, wood, iPhone (AR face mask)

Installation view of Funky-Function at Daegu Art Museum, Daegu

Courtesy of Daegu Art Museum, Daegu

The As If... series explores the intersections between personal and societal aspirations within K-pop and examines how belief operates in both popular culture and religion. The works aim to capture the ritualistic power and religiosity embedded in the intense and captivating music and choreography of idols, revealing the almost magical allure they hold.