Rachel Jungeun Oh (오정은)

As a Korean-born new media and installation artist, my practice aims to transcend traditional artistic boundaries by blending technology and interactive installations with diverse mediums. My primary focus lies in audio-visual installations, where I am deeply fascinated by the harmonious interplay between sounds and visuals.

Music has always been a compelling source of inspiration for me, and I strive to create works that capture the dynamic energy of sound. My audio-visual art pieces are inspired by the rhythms and tones of our environment, combining elements like live instruments and field recordings with intense visuals.

I am also particularly interested in pushing boundaries through collaborative projects. By working closely with musicians, and other artists, I’m able to explore new and exciting possibilities for audio-visual art.

I seek to express the freedom of transformation and improvisation intricately intertwined with my perception of music and visual art. Improvisation is intimately linked to the moment of energy, while transformation necessitates the infusion of fresh energies from unknown sources. To create improvisational and transformative art, audio and visual elements resonate deeply, providing a multi-dimensional experience. This approach has led me to explore the potential of combining digital technology with physical installation artworks. Through interactivity, audience participation can become an essential part of the work: viewers can be emotionally immersed in the installation and experience creative transformation. 

In audio-visual art, the concept of frequency resonance carries significant weight. It pertains to synchronizing audio and visual elements to create a harmonious aesthetic experience that can stir an individual's creative energy. When both mediums resonate at complementary frequencies, a sensory synergy is formed. This potent combination can generate an immersive environment where creative energy flows freely. This energy, in turn, can spark inspiration and foster a deeper connection between the viewer and the artwork. Furthermore, frequency resonance in audio-visual installations can act as a catalyst, transforming the viewers' perception of time and space, and immersing them into an alternate reality built on the pillars of sounds, visuals, and resonating frequencies.

The path I pursue is an obscure one. Because knowing the path invariably leads to unconscious planning. As an artist, I am constantly exploring the process of adventure, and it is necessary to express free transformation and improvisation connected with the space-time I am perceiving. Time and space are entangled with material and mental energies, forming a deep connection. This connection is integral to my practice as I strive to understand how creative improvisation and transformation rely on a balance between materiality and mentality.  

Ultimately, my artistic goal is to create works that challenge the audience's perceptions and invite them to engage with their senses and emotions. As I continue to explore the boundaries of audio-visual art, it is possible to create immersive experiences that will captivate audiences in meaningful ways. To achieve this goal, my practice focuses on creating organic and dynamic visuals with unique soundscapes to craft an interactive installation that invites viewers to fully immerse themselves in a visually stimulating and emotionally charged environment.