Oklahoma City Museum of Art

415 Couch Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73102, USA

Address:	415 Couch Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73102, USA
Phone:	+1 405-236-3100
Site:	okcmoa.com
Rating:	4.6
Working:	Closed 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–9PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 12–5PM

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이영준

"Lee Young Jun PEN ART" Pen Art(General Remarks) Infinity of lines and dots have symbolism. Such symbolism is ever changing according to the spirit’s depth. All works are kaleidoscopic; they are usually composed of indescribable expressions. Therefore, art’s depth also can be said to be unlimited. Is pen art’s depth also infinite? In other words, do the lines and dots flowing from the nib of a pen have an artistic qualification? In this respect, it is worth thinking deeply. Pen art begins from an essence of nature’s fundamental values. From the standpoint of value, or color, a harmony of black and white is essential in nature. As it is impossible to see any color in darkness, distinguishing color is an essential role of light. That is why the soul is drawn to light. Whiteness, or light is a spiritual reflection of the soul while blackness, or darkness is a reality of life on earth. As the color green is an essential color of vegetation, burnt charcoal is an earthy color that will stay near black. Blackness is heterogeneous and may be hostile to life. If blackness belongs to the essence of nature, it also may be said to represent the image of death. A combination of black and white constitutes degrees of lightness and darkness. When painting black on a white background, the soul is transported to the white background. Whiteness comes to life when contrasted with black line and black space. In this case, soul also may be expressed through the blackness. Soul may be transported to the black or a combination of white and black, which shed a mysterious merit to the soul or spirit. Pen arts starts and ends from an essence of nature’s fundamental contrasts. The primary essence is infinite and eternal while the artistic harmony of black and white can take one’s breath away. But, this is not possible until a metamorphosis has been realized over many years and spiritual transcendence has occurred. The transfer of spirit occurs when one’s life experiences are projected onto the white canvas in harmony with blackness. That is the true ‘pen art.’ Artist Lee Young Jun I am a Korean. I pioneered the " Lee Young Jun Pen Art " and Perfected the genre. I am Artist Lee Young Jun. Pen Art is the only genre is an important work In the world. The works are extremely valuable. And no one is able to work not dare to imitate. The hope my work can be sympathy to many people. Thank you. "Lee young jun PEN ART 총론" (총론 :總論)PEN ART(Korea) ------------------------------------------- 선과 점의 무한함은 상징성이 있다. 그 상징성은 정신의 깊이에 따라 변화무쌍(變化無雙)하다. 모든 작품이 그러하다. 변화무쌍하기 때문에 형언할 수 없는 표현으로 이어진다. 그리하여 예술의 깊이는 무한한 것이다. 펜의 예술이라고 하면 깊이가 무한함이 있을까? 일반적으로 펜의 끝에서 흘러나오는 선과 점이 과연, 예술성을 갖출 수 있겠는가 라는 점이다. 이점에 대하여 깊이 생각할 필요가 있다. 펜의 예술은 자연의 근본적인 색채의 본질에서부터 시작한다. 색채의 본질에서 보면 흑(黑), 백(白)의 조화는 자연의 근본적(根本的)이다. 조명이 없는 어두운 곳에서는 색을 볼 수 없듯이 색을 구분할 수 있게 해주는 것이 빛의 본질적인 작용이다. 때문에 흰색으로 나타나는 빛 속에서 영(靈)을 이끌어 들인다. 흰색 또는 빛은 영(靈)의 혼적(魂的)인 영상이다. 자연색은 검은 색이다. 녹색이 식물의 본질적인 색채인 것처럼 타버린 숯은 검은색으로 남는 본질적인 색상이다. 절대적인 어둠 속에서 어떤 생명의 운동도 있을 수 없다. 검은색은 생명에 대한 이질적(異質的)이고 적대성 (敵對性)이 있다. 검은색이 자연의 본질(本質)이라면, 검은색은 죽음의 영적(靈的)인 영상이다. 흰색이 검은색과 결합(結合)할 때 명암(明暗)이 이뤄진다. 흰 화면에 검은색을 칠하면 靈이 흰 화면에 이입(移入)된다. 검은 선(線), 검은 면(面)과 만날 때, 흰색은 부활(復活)한다. 검은 색을 통하여 영을 표현할 수 있다. 영(靈)이란 검은색 속에 이입될 수 있는 유일한 것이며, 영과 혼의 색채 흑(黑), 백(白)을 결합(結合)하면 신비함을 갖는다. 그리고 펜의 예술은 자연의 근본적인 색채의 본질 에서부터 시작하여 근본적인 색채의 본질에서 끝을 맺는다. 근본적인 본질은 무한(無限)하고 영원함이 있으며, 흑, 백의 조화는 예술적(藝術的)으로 충분히 살아 숨쉴 수 있다. 그것은 오랜 시간을 통하여 다듬고 완성된 경지를 이룬 뒤에야 가능하고, 혼(魂)을 담는 완벽한 선율이 전제 되어야 한다. 흑, 백의 조화 속에 고고(孤高)하고 생생한 선율이 흰 화면에 영이 이입될 때 비로소 영의 세계는 창조(創造)된다. 그것이 진정한 펜의 예술이다. 이영준( 李永俊)

Jordan Stone

I have previously recommended that people check out the MoA for a unique brunch spot in downtown OKC, but after my last meal experience there I will never recommended them again. We came for Sunday morning brunch at around noon. The hostess asked if we had a reservation, despite half the restaurant being empty, and then told us to sit at the bar. The bar tender was extremely unpersonable and made it seem like a chore to even give us silverware, let alone take our order after being ignored for 10 minutes (while sitting literally 1 foot from her at the bar). We were never brought the complimentary muffins/pastries, and our coffee and waters were never refilled. We were never asked how our food was When one of my friends asked where the restroom was she was looked up and down by the waiter before being answered. We were not dressed in our Sundays best, but definitely were not dressed poorly or unkempt appearing in dark jeans, shirts, and jackets. There were people dressed in blazers/blouses, but people dressed similarly to us were getting tables and what appeared to be proper service. The food was good, if not expensive compared to other brunch options in the city. Overall, there are much better brunch options in the city that dont make you feel like a second-class citizen with atrocious service.

Cheryl Alkire Cater

LOVED our afternoon at the OCMOA! Our initial reason to go to the MOA was to see the Dale Chihuly exhibit...but the Of Heaven and Earth exhibit was AMAZING~ some pieces were from 1300 a.d. However, I only give a 4 star rating because just like the previous rating posted here...the hostess in the beautiful cafe [white table cloth service] attempted to seat us by the kitchen service door at a minuscule table when almost 3/4ths of the cafe was empty. I expressed that table was unacceptable and we were seated elsewhere. The remainder of our experience in the cafe was excellent~ our waiter was very attentive, food delicious. (I was in a position to observe the hostess throughout our meal in the cafe. Perhaps management needs to give her a "refresher course" on interaction w/the public in the hospitality industry. The entire time we were in the cafe~about an hour and a half...she NEVER once broke the grim expression on her face; she was short and dismissive w/other patrons that arrived after we were seated.)

Sharon Harp

Took my 5 year old grand daughter and we were amazed. The first thing she saw was the glass tree. She wanted to hug it, she says grandma it beautiful. Yes dear it is. Do you want to go inside. Oh yes grandma I do. We went through each room, checking everything out. First floor, second floor, third floor. All she would say is look, look, look all afternoon. Afterwards we picked up a few things in the gift shop and ate dinner in the restaurant. It was a delightful afternoon and lovely dinner. Perfect place to teach a young child about art and social behaviour. Five Star Event!

Kimi Dowling

I have been to many art museums, and this is the most expensive museum Ive been to in comparison to the quantity and quality of art. They have some very nice displays and pieces, I will not disagree with that. But it felt very small and not very diverse. I have also never been to a museum that made me back up all the time. I have bad eyes and I stepped up to a painting not even very close and I felt like I was doing something incredibly inappropriate. My favorite part of the museum was the Chihuly exhibit, an artist that I have seen pieces in many museums.

Rachel Miller

I went to see the exhibit on the illuminated Bible that was created recently (not in medieval times) by a Catholic church in Minnesota. Such beautiful work! Ive really enjoyed several of the exhibits theyve hosted over the years since they opened. The fee was remarkably low, too. I got in for five dollars with a group, but I think it was a deal they are offering now for general admission on Thursday nights. If you havent visited, you should! There is even free 60 degree parking in front, if youre there at the right time.