Artworks 2023-
Interconnectedness. Existence is woven from ephemeral moments, each one a brief yet vital stitch in the tapestry of our being.
My very personal experience of my mother’s passing during the pandemic, has deepened this inquiry through the bodies of work titled Interconnectedness, Interwoven Breath, and Ephemeral Gestures. These series continue my exploration of the relationships between movement and stillness, temporality and permanence. In Interwoven Breath, I translate the patterns and rhythms found in the formation of beings into visual form. Each work functions as both a fragment and a continuum—an unwavering breath through which the universe sustains itself. In Ephemeral Gestures, the attention turns to impermanence—traces, shadows, and fleeting marks that echo the fragile continuity of life. Together, these works reveal a world that is simultaneously transient and eternal, where every pulse and pause contributes to the greater symphony of existence.
25-07_Ephemeral Gestures
Light+shadow, concentrated watercolor, gouache, Korean ink, and collage on vellum and paper in a plexiglass box
14 x11 x 1.5"
2025
25-05_Ephemeral Gestures
Light+shadow and recycled vinyl with house paint in a plexiglass box
25 x 25 x 1.5"
2025
25-07_Ephemeral Gestures
Light+shadow, pastel and Korean ink on paper in a plexiglass box
11 x 14 x 1.5"
2025
25-06_Ephemeral Gestures
Light+shadow, concentrated watercolor and Korean ink on vellum and paper in a plexiglass box
14 x11 x 1.5"
2025
25-02_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache on paper and layers of Nobang (Korean colored-transparent silk)
14 x 11 x 2.5"
2025
25-04_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache, embroidered Hanbok(Korean clothes) on layers of Nobang (Korean colored-transparent silk)
18 x 12 x 2"
2025
Series: Interwoven Breath
This is a square composition of five photographs. One still and deeply silent image occupies the center, surrounded by four works filled with movement, strong contrast in value and structure, and expressive rhythm. Each image captures fragile instants while standing complete on its own, yet also embodies the larger system of the universe.Together, they form a macro composition built from micro compositions—a visual harmony of stillness, silence, movement, and crescendo to form one body of work.
10 x 10 inch each image and 1.5 inch white border
2025
25-03_Fountain_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Plaster and tree branch with seed pods
15 x 7.5 x 7.5"
2025
Series: Ephemeral Gestures
It consists of five photographs installed horizontally. Each image captures fragile instants while standing complete on its own, yet also embodies the larger system of the universe. Spaced approximately three to four inches apart horizontally, the sequence allows individual variations while maintaining the continuity of the whole. Inspired by Maurice Ravel’s Bolero, it emphasizes rhythmic repetition and variation—continuity evolving through momentary instances. The word ephemeral speaks to the fleeting, momentary quality of existence, aligning with the cyclical nature and sustainability of life itself.
10 x 10 inch each image and 1.5 inch white border
2025
25-01_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Backside of needlepoint piece from my 20 year-long footrest stool, collage, and gouache on paper and layers of Nobang (Korean colored-transparent silk)
13 x 10.5 x 1.5"
2025
"The universe is woven with a sacred thread made of countless elements, each sacred in its own right. From the gravitational pull of black holes to the Big Bang, the ongoing cycle of transformation among these elements reveals a grand composition, shaped by an interconnected system. My work is a micro reflection of this macro universe."
24-10_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache on paper and layers of Nobang (Korean colored-transparent silk)
13 x 10 x 1.5"
2024
24-09_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache, Korean ink, glitter, acrylic and collage on paper and Nobang(Korean colored-transparent silk)
20 x 27 x 1.5"
2024
24-08_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache and collage on layers of Nobang(Korean colored-transparent silk) and opaque Thai silk.
25 x 20 x 1.5"
2024
23-01_Dust from Sahara Desert to Amazon_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache, graphite, collage, transparent fabric over a piece of punctured paper over clay board
15 x 26 x 2"
2023
Amid the challenges brought about by the Covid pandemic, I found inspiration in specific events that underscored the theme of "interconnectedness." One notable example is the journey of dust from fossilized remains in a dried-up Sahara lake, carried by the wind to nourish the Amazon rainforest. This rainforest, a vital ecological treasure, contributes approximately 6-9% of the world's oxygen annually.
24-07_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache, Korean ink, collage pieces from my mother's ink painting on vellum, plywood, and Nobang(Korean colored-transparent silk)
24 x 21.5 x 1.5"
2024
The passing of my mother in 2021 became a poignant catalyst for introspection, guiding me to explore my own existence through the lens of lineage. In the process, I seamlessly integrated my mother's artwork and the brush strokes I inherited from her into my own creations. Her dedication to Korean ink paintings during her 30s left an indelible mark on me. These personal reflections on lineage and the transmission of the creative spirit across generations facilitated a profound connection with my mother, transcending the boundaries of time and enriching my artistic journey.
24-01_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache, concentrated watercolor ink, graphite pencil, and collage on clay board
14 x 11 x 2"
2024
24-02_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache and spray paint on multi layers of Nobang(Korean colored-transparent silk)
24.5 x 20.5 x 1.5"
2024
24-03_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache on multi layers of Nobang(Korean colored-transparent silk) and acrylic on wood panel
13 x 10.5 x 1.5"
2024
Detail of the process working with multi layers of Nobang(Korean transparent-colored silk) and its "moiré," a wavy pattern appearance when silk fabric is layered and in interaction with physical light.
24-04_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache and collage on vellum, Nobang(Korean colored-transparent silk), wood panel
13 x 10.5 x 1.5"
2024
24-05_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache on layers of Nobang(Korean colored-transparent silk)
24 x 24 x 1.5"
2024
Detail-Multi layers of Nobang silk produce higher saturation in colors as the physical light penetrates and is kept between the layers. Color itself is formed as the result of interconnected elements in space and time.
24-06_Ephemeral Threads of Existence
Gouache on layers of Nobang(Korean colored-transparent silk)
14.5 x 27 x 2"
2024
Detail-Multi layers of Nobang silk produce higher saturation in colors as the physical light penetrates and is kept between the layers. Color itself is formed as the result of interconnected elements in space and time.