news, updates and behind the scenes to my studio and events
This is the second installment of 100 Days of Post-Partum: A Daily Maedup (매듭). Each day, I tie a traditional Korean knot and write a short reflection beginning with “Today I want to remember…” If you’re new here, start with the introduction. You can also read Days 0–9: Arrival. The second ten days. First outings, first milestones, […]
From the delivery room to the first snow. Korean maedup knots and reflections from the first ten days post-partum.
When my baby boy, Jimin was born, I knew I needed a creative ritual. Not something elaborate. Not something performative. Something steady. Something that was mine. So I set out to make a project. For 100 days post-partum, I have tied a series of 매듭 (maedup) knots each day. The knots hold the emotional tone
Introducing my new collection, The Carried Thread — an exploration of lineage, belonging, and slow making. A Shift in Rhythm Over the summer, my creative rhythm began to change. For years, my studio walls have been filled with architectural and floral paintings—vivid cityscapes, structured lines, and blooms that captured the meeting of nature and the
How Pregnancy is Shaping My Creative Art Practice Read More »
Sometimes, stepping outside your comfort zone can open up unexpected doors of inspiration. Recently, I had the joy of joining an eco-bundling and natural dye workshop at the Asian American Resource Center (AARC) in Austin—a hands-on, community-driven event led by artist Irene June Chau. This wasn’t something I’d normally sign up for. I went in
Finding Creative Inspiration in Unexpected Places: Turmeric to Textiles Read More »
I’m incredibly excited to share that I was recently featured on the cover of Mueller Magazine, our vibrant neighborhood publication here in Austin! In this cover story, I had the pleasure of speaking with the wonderful writer Carmen Gray about my journey—from growing up in the UK and working as a scientist and management consultant,
The Magic of Sharing New Art There’s something magical, yet also deeply vulnerable, about unveiling new paintings to the public. It’s about exposing a part of your soul and eagerly anticipating the audience’s reactions. The opening reception for the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA) Residency was both heartwarming and uplifting. Witnessing the culmination of my
Austin-inspired Art: Highlights from the Opening of The Artist Residency Read More »
Today, I’m excited to take you behind the scenes of my current project at the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA) Residency. It’s been a month or so filled with intense creativity, learning, and some unexpected shifts in my plans. Adjusting Expectations and Embracing Challenges At the onset of this residency, I set myself an ambitious
Art in Progress: Growth & Learning in My First Artist Residency Read More »
As I progress through my artist residency with the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA), one of the most critical steps has been selecting the right colour palette. This process has been deeply inspired by both the natural landscapes and the urban energy of Austin, reflecting my personal experiences since making this city my new home.
Color My World: Choosing a Palette for My Residency Read More »
As part of my short artist residency with the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA), I’m creating paintings inspired by Austin, my current home. While I started with the exploring architecture, I’m excited to celebrate one of Texas’s most stunning natural features through these paintings—the springtime wildflowers. Their vibrant displays left lasting visual imprints on my
