At a ‘Molecular Level,’ Mu Pan Composes Meticulous Mandalas in Acrylic
The Brooklyn-based artist's solo show 'Micro MUniverse' runs through October 10 at Hashimoto Contemporary. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article At a ‘Molecular Level,’ Mu Pan Composes Meticulous Mandalas in Acrylic appeared first on Colossal .
In Mu Pan's solitary exhibition, Micro MUniverse at Hashimoto Contemporary, the Brooklyn-based artist constructs intricate and whimsical mandalas on paper. Drawing from a Chinese Buddhist saying that a single cup of water harbors countless lifeforms, the collection emphasizes the importance of mindful consumption. Mu Pan's works, such as "18 Angels," "Burning Rabbit," and "4 Brutes," showcase a world where animals, humans, and plants coexist in surreal and hybridized forms.
These small paintings, often under a foot in size, are densely detailed with lines, forms, and expressions that convey a range of emotions—from ecstatic to grotesque. The artist reflects on the notion of being small, stating that even a single drop of blood contains multiple universes within it. Micro MUniverse will be on display until October 10 in New York City, with more of Mu Pan's work available on his Instagram profile.
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