Made from the inner bark of Mulberry trees, the hand-made paper called Hanji is famously known for its strength and ability to be used for multiple purposes. They say that its origins can be traced back over 2000 years. Hanji making is an integral part of my artistic vision as it requires a long process comprising of numerous steps, and a meticulous care end to end. Instead of flattening the paper, I let the random embossed design to appear. I use my brush to create patterns of lines to emphasize or to impede the natural relief of the paper. By way of my own body’s movements I create a rhythm, without a structured plan.

Just as a scent can bring back memories of a certain moment, so my paintings, which I call paths, can awaken the history buried in each of us, and involve us in a personal and spiritual journey. Each line is seen as a day, or an instant we have already lived through or that we are still living in. 

My paintings chime with the paths of our lives and the aim of the artist is indeed unveiled by the names I give to my works. But my paths might also be imaginary landscapes which are made up of deep forests, dunes, and waterscapes.