As a Korean diaspora artist working in painting and mixed media with Hanji as my primary material, I create layered works that explore the complexities of identity, memory, and cultural reinvention. Hanji, with its strength, translucency, and deep roots in Korean tradition, serves as both medium and metaphor — a fragile yet resilient surface on which I build new narratives from fragmented histories. My work reflects the palimpsest of my experiences: the layering of Korean heritage with Soviet-era memories, American immigrant realities, and Southern landscapes. Through collage, paint, and Hanji, I weave together historical fragments, personal maps, and symbolic motifs — exploring themes of belonging, resilience, and the quiet strength of women who rebuild their worlds across borders and generations. The tactile process of working with Hanji allows me to honor tradition while transforming it into contemporary expressions of hybrid identity.
