Exploring cultural identity is intimate and captivating. The instant connection formed between the viewer and the artwork strikes deep and is provoked as a result of extensive exploration. Sharing my cultural identity with the hope of broadening the perspectives of others is the goal of my sustained investigation. Personal growth and realization were also a part of my artistic process as I was able to learn more and transform aspects of my South Korean culture into unique and compelling interpretations. 

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Art styles used range from impressionism (Incheon Bridge piece) and cubism (Hanbok piece) to contemporary (Janggu and DMZ pieces) created using oil paint, acrylic paint, and oil bars. Personal connections to each piece vary—some remind me of experiences from my youth and have allowed me to exude the emotions associated with them (Eyes and Incheon Bridge pieces) while others are more generalized and universal to South Korean culture (Dancheong Pattern, Teacup, and Rose of Sharon pieces). I emphasized certain aspects of my reference photos to infuse personal artistic liberty and make them unique (SK vs NK piece).