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Samalu is an artistic installation about mountain myths from Austria and
Korea. Mountainous countries like Korea and Austria have a special
relationship to their mountains. In Austria wise woman called the
“Salige”, with knowledge of the mountains and special powers over the
weather used to help hikers in the mountains. They were also protectors
over the mountains and furious towards the ones who did not respect the
nature. Today the “Salige” can only be found in the mountain myths and
tales. Through history in Korea the presence of the mountains has been
important and the “San-shin” mountain spirits protect them. Active
mountain worship still exist in Korea and this can be considered as an
important cultural heritage. “Samalu” finds inspiration in old folk
believes and shaman rituals, but brings the meaning of mountain myths and
worship into todays contemporary Austria and Korea. Mountain worship
reflects norms of society and humans have always found ways to express
their dreams, hopes and fears, yet mediums and values changed. A
non-linear story around this theme explores how we in our highly modern
societies are attached to the nature through the mountains. KairUs is an
artist collaboration platform founded in 2010 by Linda Kronman and Andreas
Zingerle.
Andreas Zingerle University of Art and Design Linz Linda Kronman kairus.org |
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