Reborn in the Ocean

0.9 x 1.8 x 4 cm

sterling silver, cz, aquamarine

This piece continues the story of a saltwater fish born in freshwater, a project previously in progress, and expresses the story of the fish reborn in the ocean. The inspiration comes from Halifax, Nova Scotia, the first sea the artist encountered. The calm waves flow steadily, moving in their own direction without disturbing others. Inspired by this tranquil sea, the artist chose to depict the waves in a spiral form, with the end of the spiral transforming into a fish's tail, symbolizing rebirth through the sea. The beginning and end of the sea are represented using tube-setting techniques, with white CZ stones reflecting the shimmering sunlight on the water's surface and Aquamarine symbolizing the soft flow of the sea. The overall shape of the sea is created by twisting silver plates, and fine waves are expressed using twisted silver wire.

Miso Kang draws inspiration from nature in everyday life, aiming to capture the wisdom and comfort it offers in her work. She uses various techniques, such as wax casting, welding, and hammer forming, to express the warmth of nature through her creations. Through her works, she explores the beauty and healing elements of nature that can be easily seen in daily life, seeking to convey these feelings to her audience. Additionally, the artist has participated in and won awards in several art competitions in Korea, continuing to work across a wide range of fields. She is currently studying at NSCAD University, where she is combining the new techniques she is learning with those she has already mastered to create more advanced pieces.