After the second part of the installation work for my new piece "Gifts from Our Homeland" was finished by an electrician, I went up to Salina, KS again to check the piece. It was beautifully installed and the information plaque was already posted. If you missed my previous blog article on this work, please click here.
Gifts from Our Homeland
2021
Mixed media
Chiyoko Myose
Wichita, Kansas
“Gifts from Our
Homeland” was inspired by the selfless hard work of medical professionals and
the unique mission of KU School of Medicine and School of Nursing in Salina,
KS. This piece has several layers of
meaning; it sends a message of hope and appreciation while also signifying the
importance of relationships and the home.
The circular
element in each shadowbox indicates a breath, a sign of hope for the patients. The alternation in size from left to right or
from right to left represents the movement of breathing. The material of gauze reminds us of the
medical workers’ gentle touch and determination to care for wounded
people. Each circle also connotes a flower
bouquet to send appreciation to the medical professionals. The background represents the Kansas
landscape with gold-colored open fields.
The material of the thread signifies the relationship with the people of
Kansas and our homeland. Adding fiber
optic cable lights not only enhance the meanings of the piece but also
represents the importance of communication in medical practice, including
telemedicine.
The fiber optic
cables can be lit up by downloading the app; the lights can change color and can
create movement in the piece. After your
use, please turn off the light and close the app by swiping up.
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During this time of the pandemic, I thought about medical professionals and their hard work many many times. I wanted to express my appreciation to them somehow and I am grateful that this opportunity came at a very good timing.
