My artistic journey began with profound childhood experiences that gradually expanded into a deeper exploration of existence and self-understanding. Along this path, I became influenced by a worldview rooted in Eastern philosophy and the philosophy of nature, which continues to shape my search for identity and meaning.

 

My artistic journey began with profound childhood experiences that developed into a deeper exploration of existence and self-understanding. Along this path, I was influenced by Eastern philosophy and the philosophy of nature, which continue to shape my perception of the world.

 

At the core of my practice are the interconnected values of change, growth, harmony, and interrelation. I see the world as a continuous cycle in which all beings exist through the balance of opposing forces—light and darkness, hope and loss, life and death. Rather than existing in opposition, these forces complement and transform one another, generating ongoing cycles of change.

 

A formative childhood experience of loss led me to find unexpected comfort in the traditional Korean earthenware vessel, the siru. Its rough surface reflected my inner state at the time, while the bean sprouts growing inside symbolized resilience and the emergence of life from darkness. This encounter became a turning point, transforming grief into creative energy and establishing the siru as a central motif in my work.

 

The siru functions as a metaphor for transformation and harmony, embodying the coexistence of light and darkness and the possibility of growth within limitation. Once perceived as an ordinary object, it later revealed its symbolic potential, representing how life can emerge and flourish within constraint.

 

I believe that all beings undergo cycles of growth and transformation through adversity, ultimately emerging in renewed forms. This understanding extends beyond personal experience, suggesting that existence itself carries an inherent vitality and capacity for change. Based on this view, I explore how art can connect the inner self with the external world as a medium for reflection, healing, and renewal.

 

At the center of my practice is self-discovery and inner healing. I use color and form to express emotional energy, seeking to make visible the intangible forces that shape human experience. Through this process, I aim to transform personal emotion into visual language, creating space for reflection, healing, and growth.

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