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Back Gallery Chang Expands Middletown’s Creative Vision Into the Heart of Manhattan NEW YORK, New York — Gallery Chang, a contemporary art gallery known for featuring globally-renowned and influential artists, has brought its Middletown-based exhibition, “CHASE Project: Phase Shift,” to its Manhattan location this month. Originally staged inside a repurposed Bank of New York and Chase Bank building in Middletown, the cross-cultural exhibition is now on view in New York City from July 25 to Aug. 5. The exhibition features six artists — Shin Kiwoun, Kim Hong Bin, Anon, Anikoon, Im Jibin, and Koo Nahyun — as they each explore different aspects of change and transformation. Three of the artists — Shin, Kim, and Anon — traveled to New York for the Manhattan opening and participated in an artist talk as part of the event. Each artist’s practice responds to the emotional and material impact of change in their own way, notes Gallery Chang. Shin Kiwoun’s work “involves the physical abrasion of everyday objects, revealing the traces of time and memory embedded in material.” Kim Hong Bin’s paintings present “ruptures of color and texture that evoke structural and emotional tension.” Meanwhile, Anon’s contributions are “textile-based reliefs” that “offer a softer rhythm of transformation, layering fabric and fiber into sculptural compositions.” Offering a unique glimpse into their own takes on change, Anikoon introduces “playful robot-like sculptures that suggest imaginative responses to transition,” while Im Jibin’s “large balloon forms animate abandoned space with humor and movement.” Koo Nahyun contributes “wall drawings [that] depict quiet moments of intimacy, suggesting that familiarity can endure even within shifting environments.” The opening reception at Gallery Chang’s Manhattan space on July 25 drew a wide range of visitors, including local collectors, artists, and cultural workers. Several guests remarked on the unusual and captivating path the show had taken. “It’s rare to see a project that starts in a smaller town and then comes to New York,” said one attendee. “It makes you think differently about where contemporary art can begin.” The exhibition was originally conceived as a site-specific installation inside “The Bank,” a former financial institution in Middletown now repurposed as a hybrid cultural space. Curated by Soojin Kang, the project was designed to explore how spatial transformation reflects broader economic, cultural, and emotional shifts. “This building’s transition from a silent vault to an open space for dialogue reflects the changes we’re experiencing globally,” said Kang, adding, “It’s about how systems evolve, how meaning relocates, and how art can create new connections.” The setting in Middletown played a key role in shaping the tone of the exhibition. “When we first visited the building, we weren’t sure what kind of energy it held,” said Gallery Chang’s director. “But once the artists stepped in, the space itself started to shape the conversation.” Initially, the exhibition was meant only to activate “The Bank” as an experimental site. But after seeing the response from visitors and the depth of the dialogue it initiated, the gallery decided to expand the show to its primary Manhattan space. According to the director, “this cross-state expansion was not always part of the plan.” The exhibition is not only about the physical transformation of space, but also about cultural positioning in a rapidly-changing world. By centering Asian artists — especially those based out of Korea — “Phase Shift” challenges conventional assumptions about who contributes to contemporary art and where that process starts. “Phase Shift quietly challenges assumptions about who participates in the shaping of contemporary art and where that shaping begins,” a press release for the event stated. Looking ahead, Gallery Chang is considering continued experimentation in Middletown. “There’s something about the quietness of The Bank that welcomes reflection,” said curator Soojin Kang. “We see it not just as a place for this show, but potentially as a long-term site for new projects.” Though the exhibition now hangs in Manhattan, the original presentation in Middletown remains integral to its meaning. “It was there that the artists met the space, that materials settled into context, and that a new story began.” For more information, including upcoming projects, exhibitions, and other FAQs, please visit Gallery Chang’s official site here . The “CHASE Project: Phase Shift,” will be on display through Aug. 5, 2025. https://www.visiontimes.com/2025/07/31/gallery-chang-expands-middletowns-creative-vision-into-the-heart-of-manhattan.html < >

Back Kim Kang Yong: “These Days, Even When I Paint with a Brush, People Still Call It Bricks” Exhibition of Hyperrealist Works from the 2010s, When Color Was Added to Monotone “I can’t force the meaning of a work onto the viewer. If people can imagine many things when they look at a painting, that alone makes it a good painting.” Kim Kang Yong, who is currently holding the exhibition Reality + Image: The 2010s at Gallery Chang in Manhattan, New York, said this in an interview with The Korea Economic Daily on the 10th. The exhibition, which runs through the 22nd, focuses on his works from the 2010s. Kim is widely known as the “brick painter.” He creates his works using a technique in which he sifts sand he has collected himself, mixes it with adhesive, and spreads it thinly over the canvas. At one point, his paintings were so hyperrealistic that they looked as if real bricks had been embedded into the wall. In his own words, these days he simply adds shading with a brush to repeatedly depict cubic forms, yet people still see them as bricks. “Even though I no longer paint bricks, people still interpret them as bricks,” he said. “But I don’t bother denying that interpretation.” He added that if people can imagine many things when they see his paintings, that alone is enough for him. “I don’t really care who evaluates my work—whether it’s a journalist or a viewer,” Kim said. “Sometimes, through their interpretations, I even learn things about my inner self and my paintings that I didn’t know.” His philosophy is to remain faithful to visual images in painting and leave all other interpretations to each individual. Kim first began painting bricks in 1976. While searching for his own subject matter and technique in order to debut as an artist, he eventually settled on bricks. He drew inspiration from construction sites, sand, and bricks that were everywhere during the era of industrialization. He worked with affection for each grain of sand. To him, sand symbolized human beings—each born with their own value. After abstract painters such as Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko reached their peak in the 1940s and 1950s, hyperrealism emerged in the 1970s as a reaction. The art world, considering the direction of painting after abstraction, chose a “return to reality.” Kim’s work followed this larger flow. Around this time, he introduced transition into his work. Whereas his earlier paintings were monotone, he began adding soft colors. This was influenced by his fascination with the diversity of New York. “There was no single identical building, no single identical person,” he said. “I wanted to express that feeling in my paintings as well.” Even as he introduced these changes, his works overall retain a warm image. Even when he expresses shadows, they strongly evoke the feeling of natural sunlight. This differs from the colder atmosphere of much contemporary hyperrealism, which often conveys modern urban chill, human absence, or loneliness. “I myself am a positive and optimistic person,” Kim said. “I can’t help but let my inner self show through in my paintings.” Kim said he hopes to continue his international activities through opportunities like this exhibition. “Most artists my age have retired, but I still want to paint,” he said. “I still have the desire to surpass my teachers.” Gallery Chang has been consecutively presenting Kim’s works since February of last year to help audiences better understand the full scope of his practice. In January next year, the gallery will hold a joint exhibition of works by American abstract painters Andy Moses and Ed Moses alongside Kim’s works. www.hankyung.com 김강용 "요즘엔 붓으로 그려도 벽돌이라고 하네요" 김강용 "요즘엔 붓으로 그려도 벽돌이라고 하네요", 인터뷰 - 뉴욕서 전시회 연 '벽돌 화가' 김강용 모노톤서 색감 입히기 시작한 2010년대 극사실주의 작품 전시 1976년부터 벽돌로 작품 활동 누구의 평가도 상관하지 않아 작품 의미해석은 관람객 자유 상상 자극하는 그림 계속 그릴 것 < >

Back Gallery Chang hosted 2025 New York Fashion Week: The Rendezvous of Art, Fashion, and AI www.nyculturebeat.com 갤러리장 미술과 패션, AI의 랑데부 - People - NYCultureBeat 미술 & 패션 & AI의 만남 갤러리장 쥬얼리 디자이너 알렉스 솔져 VIP 파티 2월 6일 갤러리장에서 열린 알렉스 솔져 VIP 파티에서. 사진: 갤러리장 제공 맨해튼 미드타운의 갤러리장 (Gallery Chang, 150 West 55th St.)이 2월 6일 2025 뉴욕패션위크(New York Fashion Week, 2/6-11) S/S(춘하 컬렉션) VIP 애프터 파티를 열었다. 한인작가 5인전(조용익, 김인옥, 안성민, ... < >

United States, 1976 Artist Biography Works Next Michael Hedges United States, 1976 BIOGRAPHY Michael Hedges is an American abstract expressionist painter whose dynamic works are celebrated for their vibrant interplay of color, form, and texture. Based in Chicago, Illinois, Hedges has dedicated his career to pushing the boundaries of abstract expressionism, creating compositions that balance energy and elegance. Born and raised in Oak Park, Illinois, Hedges began his formal art education during high school, spending two years studying at the Art Institute of Chicago. He later pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa, graduating in 1998. This foundation in both classical and modern art traditions informed his distinctive approach to abstraction. Hedges’ artistic process is deeply intuitive and experimental. Working on multiple canvases simultaneously, he applies paint in energetic bursts, building richly textured surfaces that draw the viewer into their complexity. His use of bold, vibrant colors is both deliberate and instinctive, creating intense visual relationships that harmonize with the textured forms. His goal is to craft a controlled elegance where color and texture coexist in dynamic balance, producing works that are as emotionally resonant as they are visually striking. Since his graduation, Hedges has exhibited his work in select galleries and prestigious venues such as Art Miami. His paintings are included in corporate collections throughout the Chicagoland area and Iowa, reflecting his growing influence in the contemporary art world. Currently living and working near Chicago, Michael Hedges remains committed to his artistic practice. His dedication to exploring the limitless possibilities of abstract expressionism ensures that his work continues to evolve, resonating with audiences who appreciate its vibrancy and depth. WORKS

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