In Japanese philosophy, Ma signifies the connections between time and space, influencing how we experience our environment. En Iwamura, residing near Kyoto, uses this concept in his sculptures to explore the relationship between scale, comfort, and proximity. His exhibition, Mask, showcases ceramic sculptures inspired by the cultural significance of masks across various traditions, including their resurgence in meaning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Iwamura aims to evoke curiosity and wonder, connecting viewers with the masks' historical and contemporary roles.
"People constantly read and measure different Ma between themselves, and finding the proper or comfortable Ma between people or places can provide a specific relationship at a given moment."
"A driving force behind this collection of work is a reconnection to child-like senses of curiosity, wonderment, and creativity."
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