Theresa Chong's Abstract Works on Paper at Danese/Corey Explore Asian-Western Hybridity
From October 17 to November 15, 2014, Theresa Chong showcased her latest paper works at Danese/Corey in New York City. This exhibition highlighted small-scale paintings that merge Asian and Western artistic traditions through abstraction. Drawing inspiration from John Cage during the 1990s, her recent creations utilize gouache and colored pencil, with titles derived from I Ching entries. The designs relate to rubbings from Chinese stone markers. Key pieces include K'UN (Earth) (2014), Lu (Walking Carefully) (2014), and Huan (Dispersion) (2014). Critic Lilly Wei remarked that the artworks embody an Asian view of nature. Although modest in size, the drawings express depth and technical skill, reflecting themes of transformation over time.
Key facts
- Theresa Chong exhibited new works on paper at Danese/Corey
- Exhibition dates: October 17 to November 15, 2014
- Location: 511 West 22nd Street, New York City
- Chong's early work was influenced by John Cage and musical notation
- Works are titled based on I Ching entries like Following and Gathering Together
- Patterns correspond to rubbings of Chinese stone markers
- Specific pieces include K'UN (Earth) (2014) and Lu (Walking Carefully) (2014)
- Critic Lilly Wei wrote a catalog essay for the exhibition
Entities
Artists
- Theresa Chong
- John Cage
- Lilly Wei
Institutions
- Danese/Corey
- Oberlin Conservatory
- artcritical
Locations
- New York City
- United States