‘Kyeol’ (결) is a Korean word which often translates in English as grain or texture. However, ‘kyeol’ in Korean encompasses a wide range of meanings. ‘Kyeol’ can describe the texture of tangible matters such as wood, skin, silk, or hair. It can also denote intangible ephemeral concepts such as rhythm, wind, breath, dream and time. Moreover, ‘kyeol’ can be used to describe one’s personality or disposition. It refers to one’s unique, innate nature which can be understood through a deep relationship. In each artwork, the artist investigates the unique ‘kyeol’ of the material beyond fine or rough textures, applies their own ‘kyeol’, and brings new ‘kyeol’ into existence.

In art jewellery, the relationship formed by ‘kyeol’ continues even further. Through the act of wearing an art jewellery, the wearer feels not only the physical ‘kyeol’ of the artwork but also the ‘kyeol’ of the artist. In addition, the wearer will be able to engage with the artwork and transfer their own ‘kyeol’ into the jewellery piece. Hence, wearing an art jewellery piece is the creation and recreation of ‘kyeol.’