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“The imagery of the tree comes from sort of a suburban ideal landscape because it is part of the history of Montclair. Montclair to me, seemed much about a place of both nature and culture. I think there is a sense of community that Montclair is very proud of. And I thought that presenting a project in which nature and culture coexist hand in hand would be a good reflection of the community, and the kind of treasured objects and legacies that they seem to revel in.” —Jean Shin
The exhibition, Jean Shin: Collections, is open at the Philadelphia Art Museum through July 15, 2018. Shin transforms everyday objects—worn-out shoes, fashion remnants, military uniforms—to create dynamic works about connection and belonging. On the occasion of her exhibition at the Philadelphia Art Museum, we take a look behind the scenes at her 2013 installation at the Montclair Museum of Art, Host, and how her practice is built upon incorporating lost objects. Video produced and directed by RAVA Films.
