I Became A Renowned Genius At My Arts High School - Chapter 171



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Episode 171. The City of Artists (2)

Art fair.

A festival of artists.

The event, which resembles an art fair, gives artists the opportunity to showcase their work, meet visitors, and buy and sell their work.

Depending on the scale, famous galleries and art galleries sometimes exhibit the works of star artists to VIP customers separately, and as can be guessed from their active intentions, these are events with sales as their main purpose, unlike exhibitions.

Those who want to know the trends and feel the festive mood also participate, but it is natural that famous collectors will appear.

It was a heart-pounding opportunity, especially for new writers, as it was not uncommon to see unknown writers become Cinderellas.

So, as Peter said, it made no sense to pass up this opportunity.

And Soo-hyun instinctively felt that if she could help Peter successfully participate in the art fair with the brilliant idea that just occurred to her, she would also have a chance to get involved in the event in some way.

Just having the opportunity to get closer to new artists like this would allow me to experience the diverse world of art more deeply, and it could be a valuable learning experience that is on a different level from appreciating art in a gallery.

I became greedy and thought that I had to make it work somehow, because it was a win-win opportunity that would be the driving force behind New York’s grand start.

So Soo-hyeon urged him again.

“If it were an art fair for artists, I don’t think there would be any restrictions on the form of the booths, right?”

“Oh, right. It feels a bit stiff to set up tents and set up identical booths like in a factory. And it’s an outdoor event.”

“Then what do you plan to do?”

“what?”

“Taylor’s booth. How do you plan on preparing for it?”

“Oh, I have a friend who majored in stage art, so I decided to ask him. He said he could make it out of wood in three days.”

“So it’s not in production yet?”

“yes?”

“Can I cancel?”

“Huh? That’s possible, but why?”

“Then call me quickly. I’m sorry, but I think I’ll have to switch to a different booth this time.”

“Another booth? What and how?”

Su-hyeon shook her head at Peter’s question and asked the next question.

“More than that, your works. You said the theme was love, right?”

Peter’s glass works that visualize text.

Peter picks out inspirational phrases and words to use as material, and his recent work has always been about love.

By selecting Shakespeare’s works, famous sayings, poems, and quotes from artists, he expressed the excitement and conflict of beginning a love relationship, as well as the pain of separation.

“Oh. Right. Love.”

“Your most recent work was a hit with New Yorkers, especially young people?”

“Yeah, that’s true, but like I said before, it was all destroyed.”

Peter frowned as he answered. The piece that had been damaged in transit was the most recent one.

“But the theme is alive.”

“uh?”

“Didn’t you say that what you were talking about back then was an instant love that burns out quickly and cools down just as quickly? A vain and fragile love like a midsummer night’s dream?”

“Oh. Right. Recently, after breaking up with Sophia, I once again felt how futile love is. Speaking of which, when we first met, we thought we were destined for each other. We fell in love at first sight, and we believed that there was nothing to fear when we were together. My shabby studio was no obstacle to Sophia. She said that my studio was more real than the fancy loft in Soho.”

Peter’s love story is about to get longer again.

Soo-hyun raised her hand slightly to stop him and then got straight to the point.

“Instant love. I think there might be a way to expand on that theme.”

“how?”

Peter blinked. At some point, Steve also began to listen intently to Soo-hyun’s words.

“Actually, I was walking around Soho and Chelsea today and I found a food truck.”

Su-hyeon briefly told what happened during the day.

“It was a famous taco truck with people lining up to eat there. Not only was it delicious, but the salesman was also very good.”

“The art of business?”

“Even though the food trucks make the food quickly, customers get bored waiting. But the chefs sometimes show off tricks like a fire show while making the food. That relieves the boredom.”

“okay?”

“If you look closely, the series of processes involved in making and selling food seem like an interesting performance.”

Soo-hyun smiled brightly and observed their expressions.

“What if we use that?”

“uh?”

“I’m talking about food trucks. We’re going to remodel them and use them as booths.”

“A food truck?”

“But instead of food, we make and sell art on the spot. How would that fit with instant love?”

“ah!”

Peter jumped up from his seat and shouted as if a great realization had come to him.

“That’s great! Oh my! Then you don’t have to finish all the work by the deadline. You can just say you’ll make up the parts that are lacking in addition to the ones you’ve prepared and show them to me on the spot.”

“Yes. And you can emphasize your theme more. It would be nice if other writers’ works fit the food truck theme as well.”

“Don’t worry about that! I think it’ll be fine.”

“okay?”

“Jessie does painting, and if you ask her to paint the outside of a food truck, she’ll jump on it. And since it’s a food truck, you can put up a table in front. I think it would be fun to display other kids’ work on the menu.”

“Hmm. That’s good.”

Soo-hyun smiled and nodded.

Maybe it was a simple idea. I just used a light metaphor, but I thought it would create an intuitive and enjoyable viewing experience.

So it was a good idea. The moment it occurred to me, I thought it would be fun, but the more I thought about it, the more it made perfect sense.

Fast food and a love that explodes quickly and then cools down and disappears.

Illuminating the link between the two was an excellent way to not only highlight the work’s conceived intent, but also address the issue of damaged works.

Moreover, if the process of creating a work live is revealed, it is certain that the response from the audience will increase and it will also be good for attracting the attention of collectors.

Of course, the quality of the work has to be good, but Peter is a great writer and this is New York, a place full of open-minded people, so I didn’t think there was any need to worry about the reaction.

So now, all that was left for Soo-hyun was to get a chance to observe this art fair more closely.

“Hmm.”

Soo-hyun cleared her throat and sent a signal to Peter.

“Peter. Did I help you?”

“Huh? Of course! Soo-hyun, you’re a genius, aren’t you? How did you come up with such an idea in an instant? My world fell apart after I lost my work, but you saved me. You’re my hero and savior!”

“It’s burdensome to be a savior, but if you really appreciate it, can you grant me a favor?”

“Please? Tell me anything. If it’s something you say, I’ll give you the stars in the sky.”

Peter, who had been holding back his emotions, nodded vigorously with a face filled with emotion, and Soo-hyun smiled and said.

“I would like to take a closer look at the art fair. If you are a participant, is there a way you can help me?”

“uh?”

“At art fairs, they open the doors for VIP visitors to look around before the official opening. Will I be able to go in then?”

Since art fairs are primarily about sales, they often open their events to VIP collectors in advance.

Because of this, there are cases where the general public cannot see works that were sold to collectors first, and Soo-Hyeon made the request with that in mind.

“So you want to see all the works without missing anything?”

“That’s right. I still have to visit Soho and Chelsea Galleries, but this is a good opportunity. It’s a limited-time event. I want to see all the participating works.”

Perhaps the idea of ​​a food truck came from the influence of free-spirited contemporary art.

Su-hyeon cherished the inspiration and emotions that were building up inside her, and wanted to maximize the opportunities to accept them. But.

“Hey, Soo-hyun. I think we have telepathy.”

Peter chuckled and shrugged.

“Telepathy?”

“I also wanted to make a proposal to you. But if you accept this proposal, you will be able to enjoy this art fair without any restrictions. So the two of us have telepathy.”

“What are you talking about?”

When Soo-hyeon tilted her head, Peter opened both his arms wide in welcome.

“I would like to invite you as a guest member to this art fair.”

“uh?”

“I mean, Taylor’s guest member.”

“Wait a minute. What does that mean?”

When Soo-hyeon asked in confusion, Peter nodded with a relaxed expression.

“I’ve heard a lot about you already. As I said last time, Steve bragged about you a lot. He said that you had a solo exhibition at the age of twenty, and that your work was very well-received. And all your works are sold out.”

“I was just lucky. Besides, I wasn’t prepared at the moment.”

“What’s the problem?”

“uh?”

Peter began to strongly persuade Soo-hyeon, saying that there was no reason to hesitate.

“Of course, it’s a bit burdensome since there’s only a week left, but think about it. Monet also completed and submitted in four days when the Salon exhibition was approaching. Human potential is limitless. Su-hyeon, you can do it too. And even if you can’t finish it by then, we have a food truck. While I work on the theme, can’t you draw next to me and share the process?”

“That’s Monet. Oh, and Peter, you’re an extrovert, so you might enjoy working in public… … .”

Soo-hyun, who was answering with a puzzled expression, was lost in thought for a moment.

It was a sudden proposal and a bit embarrassing.

The reason I gave the idea to Peter in the first place was because I wanted to help artists who were having a hard time, and I thought that if I could be compensated for it, it would be enough to get a chance to fully experience the art fair.

But, is there any reason to reject an unexpectedly big offer?

Is there a need to shrink?

If you participate as a guest member, you will have the opportunity to not only see the works of artists participating in the art fair in detail, but also immediately check the reactions to the works you submit.

The reason I came to New York was because I wondered if my paintings would work here, and I definitely wanted to create works that would work here.

But is it too early to conclude that it is not yet?

No, but on what basis do you conclude that I am not qualified in the first place?

Isn’t it just a matter of the heart?

Su-hyeon recalled the reason she came to New York over and over again.

And I have to admit that thinking you can’t do something before you even start is a matter of confidence, not humility.

“Phew.”

Su-hyeon took a deep breath.

Things weren’t going as planned, but life never goes as planned. Maybe it’s because we can’t predict it that it’s worth challenging.

“But you’ve never seen my paintings in person.”

Soo-hyun asked Peter in a different tone than before.

“Of course that is true, but just looking at the idea you just presented, it is enough to tell what kind of artist you are.”

“I am not enough.”

“uh?”

“Besides, even if you’re the leader, there are other members in Taylors. Do you think you can accept a guest member suddenly joining the group without any problems?”

“Hey, our kids aren’t like that.”

“Let me introduce myself formally first.”

Soo-hyun said confidently.

“I’ll show my paintings to you and the Taylors members. If you think they match your work, then you can join as a guest member and participate in the art fair. What do you think?”

Peter nodded with a dumbfounded expression, perhaps under pressure from Soo-hyun.

“We like it. We also like seeing new artists’ work.”

And that was when it happened.

“Wow, you guys are really going too far.”

Steve grumbled loudly.

“I’ve been waiting for you all this time. Have you both forgotten that I exist?”

“uh?”

“What does that mean?”

“Especially you, Peter. Why don’t you ask me to do it with you?”

“what?”

“I’m also interested in the new art fair. So, please give me a spot as a guest member. After all, Peter, you’ve seen my work and you even mentioned in passing that we should work together sometime.”

Steve let out the words he had been holding back, his eyes blazing.

“Let’s do that this time. I want to go out there too.”

There was a moment of silence, then clap clap clap. Peter clapped his hands with a moved expression on his face.

“Wow, the dream team has been created?”