I create oil paintings that reflect quiet, fleeting moments through the interplay of light and shadow. Inspired by nature, still life, and the human figure, my work is rooted in Impressionism with subtle touches of Expressionism. I’m drawn to the emotional resonance of form and color—the way a certain light can reveal stillness, memory, or presence.

My artistic journey began in my childhood home in Seoul, where my father’s calligraphy and my mother’s embroidery surrounded me with beauty, patience, and intention. Those early experiences shaped how I see and respond to the world and continue to influence my approach to painting.

Through layered brushwork and attention to subtle shifts in tone, I aim to capture not just what is seen, but what is felt. Painting is my way of observing, understanding, and connecting—with both the subject and the viewer. It’s a quiet process, but a deeply meaningful one.