Upon deciding to alter the exhibition plan, a need for additional images arose. The reasoning behind this expansion was my intention to stimulate the evolution of ideas by interconnecting images, thereby depicting the passage of time. Despite the challenges of balancing my artistic practice with the responsibilities of caring for my mother, who sustained an ankle injury in March, I persevered to craft an expansive visual narrative within a limited timeframe. My dedication to this exhibition fuelled my determination to produce my best work.

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To initiate a thematic juxtaposition between the past and the present, I integrated images of plum blossoms and moon jars into my artistic practice. The incorporation of plum blossoms, symbolizing spring, was inspired by my exploration of the historical development of Korean art in Unit 2. Simultaneously, my research led me to recognize moon jars from the Joseon Dynasty as significant Korean cultural heritage. These historical motifs deliberately contrasted with the contemporary backdrop. Additionally, the inclusion of cherry blossom imagery, captured in May, was strategically chosen to symbolize the present moment, enriching the contextual layers of the exhibition.

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In the final artwork, intersections were created with Korean text images on cherry blossoms, reflecting the symbolic elements of the unique culture formed by the overlap of the past and the present, as well as the interweaving of tradition and modernity.