Untitled 2001

This is a beautiful and meditative untitled work by Moon Pil Shim. Imagine the act of repeatedly dragging a tool across the surface, laying down line after line, creating this sea of horizontal marks in a vibrant pinkish-red. I'm immediately struck by the artist's patience and dedication. What was Moon Pil Shim thinking while making this? I imagine a focused, almost trance-like state, where the simple act of repetition becomes a form of contemplation. The paint seems applied thinly, allowing the texture of the canvas to peek through and creating subtle variations in the color. Look at the delicate imperfections and slight wavering in the lines, these human touches give the piece a warm, handmade quality. It reminds me of Agnes Martin's quiet grids, or maybe even the repetitive gestures in some of Sol LeWitt's wall drawings. These works are all about the process, the doing, and I guess it goes to show that artists across time are constantly in conversation. The real beauty of painting lies in its openness—inviting you to bring your own feelings and experiences.