Do you have a "public face"? The professionalism at work, the cheerfulness on social media, the sensibility in front of family—we put on different expressions for different occasions every day.
"Persona" originates from the Latin word for the masks worn by actors in classical theater. It was later extended by psychologist Carl Jung to represent the "personality mask": the face we present to the outside world to adapt to society. Neverland Gallery, in collaboration with Seoul's Gallery Aile, presents Persona Parade, inviting four Korean artists to use faces that appear cute, gentle, and innocent to express emotions that are otherwise difficult for contemporary individuals to articulate.
Four Artists, Four Masks
Han Seunghun
Han Seunghun's characters possess doll-like, refined faces and hollow eyes. They are quiet and composed, yet reveal unresolved thoughts and emptiness through subtle gestures. The six pieces from the Piece of Mind series on display do not rush to unveil or resolve this complexity; instead, they allow the viewer to encounter parts of themselves they have yet to notice within the figures' silent gaze.
▶ Exhibited work: Piece of Mind 05｜See all works by Han Seunghun
Park Nina
Starting from happy childhood memories, Park Nina constructs a fairy-tale world where reality and fantasy blend within soft pastel tones. Cakes, teddy bears, and fairies form a sweet surface, beneath which lies the artist's firm belief in beauty and joy—recalling the warmest moments in the hearts of those worn down by daily life.
▶ Exhibited work: Cupcake Fairies｜See all works by Park Nina
Yang Eunbong
Drawing inspiration from voodoo dolls in novels and films, Yang Eunbong created the character "VOO." This stitched, pierced little doll is not the one inflicting pain, but the one quietly enduring it. The smiling face holding up "SMILE" in the paintings is precisely the mask society demands we wear; between humor and mystery, vulnerability, loneliness, and empathy are made visible.
▶ Exhibited work: Smile｜See all works by Yang Eunbong
YUJA
YUJA likens her inner confusion to wandering through a deep forest. Using oil pastels to layer flowers, plants, and light, the boys and girls in her paintings represent us: people who "look like adults but remain children at heart." Her delicate brushstrokes document the time spent exploring oneself and gently accompany the viewer on the next stage of their journey.
▶ Exhibited work: Floating Garden｜See all works by YUJA
Cute, a strategy to make the heavy visible
The vocabularies of these four artists differ: one silent, one sweet, one dark, and one gentle. When juxtaposed, they reveal the duality of the persona—the mask is both our way of negotiating with the world and the final barrier protecting the inner child. Precisely because of its lightness, viewers are willing to draw near; and because they draw near, they are able to see the truth hidden behind the smile.
Exhibition Info
- Dates: 2026.10.24 (Sat) – 11.15 (Sat)
- Opening Reception: 10/24 (Sat) 15:00–18:00
- Hours: Tue–Sat 13:00–18:00 (Closed Sun & Mon)
- Location: Neverland Gallery｜No. 56, Ln. 164, Hulin St., Xinyi Dist., Taipei City (Near Fubon Art Museum)
- Admission: Free, please book online one day in advance
Can't make it to the venue? You can first visit the online 3D gallery, or browse all 21 works on the exhibition page.
Collection Inquiries
All works in this exhibition are original pieces by the artists and include a certificate of authenticity. Prices can be viewed on the exhibition page, where you can also collect them directly online. For questions regarding dimensions, installments, or shipping, please add our official LINE @neverland.gallery, or email art@neverland.gallery, and we will be happy to assist you personally.
We cordially invite you to step into this parade of faces and recognize yourself in the countenances of others.