Dain Kim
Chapel Hill Public Library | August 15 – October 8, 2024
ABOUT THE EXHIBIT: Nature’s Abundance
Inspired by the botanical beings I encounter wherever I am, this journal documents living organisms on this divine earth, demonstrating abundance and appreciation. Seeking out nature’s individual beauty and its harmonic balance with surroundings is a meditative action. By taking the time to closely observe plants, we discover a whole universe within nature’s form. Ultimately, we are part of nature, interconnected with all life.
After relocating to the other side of the world, I began reflecting on the meaning of “Home.” The concept is simple yet symbolic, wrapped in layers of meaning. Just as hermit crabs test various shells to find a suitable home, I too experience a longing for an ideal “Habitat.” This search for a perfect home is a common experience among many beings on Earth, driven by preference or necessity. While there may be no definitive answer, there is intrinsic value in the journey of searching.
