about Nick DONG
Influenced by a Buddhist upbringing, I view my art practice as a journey self-culti- vation and spiritual growth. I firmly believe that art carries a seed of positivity which can profoundly impact human life. Recently I focus on exploring the inter- section of cutting-edge physics and religious symbolisms, aiming to create art- work that guides human consciousness to freely explore between KNOWN and UNKOWN, REAL and SURREAL, FACT and FANTASY.
Drawing inspiration from Tibetan Buddhism's 8 Auspicious Symbols, correlating with 11 states of universal human conditions, at the dawn of 2024, I initiated a project titled: "Auspicious 88”, and I vow to complete 88 works by 2028. Leveraging iconography as a starting point, these artworks integrate painting, metalsmithing, and new media art, incorporate the effects of light, sound, space and metaphysics to "fabricate" a transcendental experience. Finally, presented in the form of performing arts, the immersive exhibition promises to guide attendees through a cyclical journey of contemplation on life, time, and spirituality.