Htoo Aung Kyaw
The artist Htoo Aung Kyaw draws inspiration from Dadaism, allowing him to create artwork with a sense of unrestricted freedom. Nurtured since childhood, His deep passion for history and philosophy shapes his artistic journey. Inspired by frequent visits to Bagan (the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Myanmar) during his youth, Htoo explores its history and distinctive mural art on stupas. In his creative process, Htoo Aung Kyaw follows his intuition and wisdom, crafting pieces in a manner that resonates with his personal vision.
While appreciating the Buddha's philosophy, Htoo Aung Kyaw is drawn to its principles more as a way of life than a religious belief. Believing that "Art is Sharing" and he always shares the concepts behind the piece, mainly about life and eastern philosophies. Additionally, he incorporates historical and anthropological knowledge in his artworks. Despite life's challenges, Htoo Aung Kyaw encourages viewers to concentrate on their passions and beliefs through his creations, providing a unique perspective on navigating existence with purpose and passion.
Htoo Aung Kyaw's ‘The Art of Living Unique - Birth, Life and Death’ explores birth, life, and death, examining the meaning of human existence. Using various media such as photography, painting, and sculpture, the work delivers a powerful visual effect and profound philosophical message, offering deep reflection and emotional impact.
"Birth is suffering,
Old age is suffering,
Illness is suffering,
Death is suffering."
