As a practitioner of the Korean jinchae technique, Hyunju Kim is influenced by the fragrances, hues, and subtle resonances unearthed during her worldly explorations, transmuting the bounties of nature into a cornucopia of sumptuous fruits for the soul.

In a masterful flourish of mineral pigments, often infused with a touch of grandeur and a hint of sun-kissed radiance, the nectar of Hyunju’s vibrant motifs cascades forth in a profusion of abundance, converging harmoniously into the fabled eastern paradise known as Mureungdowon.

With a fun-loving verve and a consummate finesse reminiscent of the silkiest of brushstrokes, Hyunju cracks open a gateway to an eternal expanse where mundane rhythms subside and hopes of liberation materialize in moonlit skies. Her peach-drenched paradise is a fantastical land of pure enchantment, a realm where visual morsels bear fruit and boundless potential is waiting to be tapped.

Peach Paradise II (2022). Mixed Materials and Mother of Pearl on Canvas. 33 x 33cm.

Peach Paradise - Night Garden (2022). Mixed Media on Canvas. 72.7 x 72.7cm.

Peach Paradise - Green light (2022). Pigments and Mixed Materials on Canvas. 31.5 x 31.5cm.

Peach Paradise I (2022). Mixed Materials and Mother of Pearl on Canvas. 33 x 33x4cm.

Discover more of Hyunju’s works in Issue 2 of our magazine!