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Inup Park (KR) translates life experiences and feelings of discomfort in his work, such as loneliness, anxiety, and depression. In his “gum” series, Park explores the theme of physical and mental tension;

“Humans walk every day from about a year after birth. Walking is so natural but when you are extreme­ly nervous, surprisingly, even walking becomes unnatural. The first thing you learn in the military is the ceremonial training of walking, turning sideways, and turning backwards. Extreme ten­sion makes the arms and legs on the same side move at the same time, making you look like a fool. I chew gum when I get nervous. Gum expresses tension. Sticky gum sticks to the arms and legs, creating an unnatural walk.”