Jun Oson - Loiter
Harman Projects is pleased to announce Loiter, a solo exhibition by artist Jun Oson.
Opening Night Reception:
Saturday, July 13th
6pm to 8pm
Gallery Hours
Tuesday - Saturday / 10am - 6pm
Exhibition on view until Saturday, August 3rd
Harman Projects
2754 S La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034
An advance collector's preview will be available online before the exhibition opens, if you would like to receive a price list please contact us here:
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Jun OsonGreen Tree, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame20 7/8 x 25 5/8 in
53 x 65 cm -
Jun OsonCorvette, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame25 5/8 x 25 5/8 in
65 x 65 cm -
Jun OsonBoat, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame25 5/8 x 31 1/2 in
65 x 80 cm -
Jun OsonGelande, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame25 5/8 x 25 5/8 in
65 x 65 cm -
Jun OsonJungle, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame25 5/8 x 31 1/2 in
65 x 80 cm -
Jun OsonLove, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame20 7/8 x 25 5/8 in
53 x 65 cm -
Jun OsonRock, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame25 5/8 x 31 1/2 in
65 x 80 cm -
Jun OsonTwilight, 2024acrylic on canvas39 3/8 x 39 3/8 in
100 x 100 cm -
Jun OsonSummit, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame25 5/8 x 25 5/8 in
65 x 65 cm -
Jun OsonWhite Tree, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame25 5/8 x 20 7/8 in
65 x 53 cm -
Jun OsonYou, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame20 7/8 x 25 5/8 in
53 x 65 cm -
Jun OsonCity, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame16 1/8 x 23 5/8 in
41 x 60 cm -
Jun Oson365 GTB4, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame16 1/8 x 23 5/8 in
41 x 60 cm -
Jun OsonBeetle, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame16 1/8 x 23 5/8 in
41 x 60 cm -
Jun OsonDatsun, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame16 1/8 x 23 5/8 in
41 x 60 cm -
Jun OsonTreasure, 2024acrylic on canvas with wooden frame12 1/4 x 16 1/8 in
31 x 41 cm
The term loiter is often associated with misfits who refuse to engage in productive activities. In reality, idle hours can be exceedingly productive for those who require rest periods between hyper-productive moments. Loiter, Japanese artist Jun Oson’s inaugural solo exhibition at Harman Projects, celebrates people “full of doubts with no strong will” in a culture that glorifies productive drive and prolific output. Speculating that Japanese cultural output may be a religion or life guide in its own right, Oson’s paintings show a world of respite and amusement in a playful style, offering an optimistic view of time spent idle.
A handful of paintings in this series depict cube-shaped cars and a recognizable cast of humanoid characters driving them—isolated, alone, and bored. Rendering existing automobiles in the chunky style of Choro-Q toys, Oson blends the functional car and the drudgery of commuting with the fun and nostalgia of childhood play. In a flat profile, the works almost appear digital in their smooth simplicity. The artist reveals his hand in rough, unblended brushstrokes that contrast with the untextured objects, bringing the highly stylized works back into our reality.
The vignettes in this new series of paintings show the characters wandering, observing, looking for things to do. Inspired by Japanese-rooted illustration styles like Manga or Anime, these flat, playful scenes show the characters nonchalantly rowing a boat across smooth turquoise waters, taking note of the dusty pink and mustard yellow hills; wading through lush, leafy blue-green jungles; planting a flag at the top of a mountain reaching space; finding secret treasures. Other times, the friend group gathers around a tree, passing the time together without “doing” anything. Creating their own life-guiding principles, the characters in Oson’s work show that adventure and community are just around the corner, if one is brave enough to loiter around waiting for it.
Join us for the opening of Loiter on Saturday, July 13th, from 6 pm to 8 pm at 2754 S La Cienega Blvd b. A signed limited edition print will be available exclusively at the opening. For additional information, images, or feature opportunities, please email info@harmanprojects.com.
