The Charles B. Wang Center at SUNY Stony Brook unveiled its latest exhibition, “Cycles of Clay: The Ceramic Narratives of Sunkoo Yuh” on March 7, transforming the Skylight Gallery into a vibrant showcase of ceramic artistry. The opening drew art enthusiasts, faculty, and curious locals alike, kicking off with an artist talk by Sunkoo Yuh at 4 p.m., followed by a lively reception from 5 to 7 p.m.
Yuh, a renowned Korean-American ceramicist and professor at the University of Georgia, presented a collection that blends cultural heritage with contemporary flair. His towering sculpture Long Beach Summer loomed at the end of the skylight pond, lit up in dramatic lighting and pulsing with bold colors and intricate figures, weaving tales of Buddhist cycles, Confucian ideals, and sociopolitical reflections. Through experimental glazing and unpredictable firing techniques, Yuh captures the delicate dance between order and chaos, inviting viewers to ponder life’s fragility and beauty.
Curated by Jinyoung A. Jin, the Wang Center’s director of Asian art and culture, the exhibition runs through May 24, offering Long Islanders a chance to explore Yuh’s transformative work. The opening night doubled as a Club Red event, fostering connections among Stony Brook’s faculty and staff over art and refreshments.
