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Myungja Anna Koh is a Korean-American artist and writer currently living and working in Long Island, New York.
Since her debut exhibition in Karlsruhe, Germany in 2011, she has showcased her works in over 80 exhibitions across the United States, Germany, France, Canada, and other countries. Her paintings have also been recognized in various national and international art competitions. Capturing the Invisible: Artistic Language and IntuitionAnna works primarily with acrylic, watercolor, and digital media. Her artistic approach is rooted in capturing the intuitive energy that exists within and around objects—energy that often remains invisible to the eye but deeply felt in the moment. Rather than relying solely on traditional brushwork, she engages in experimental techniques such as finger painting and balloon-smashing, seeking to preserve the unpredictable, spontaneous, and raw traces of emotion on canvas or paper. Her intention is not to replicate what is seen, but to give form to what is sensed. For Anna, art is closely aligned with nature—it constantly transforms yet maintains an enduring continuity. Through years of painting, she has discovered that art serves as a medium to listen to the primitive, intuitive messages from nature, and to undergo healing and transformation through the act of creation itself. She hopes that others, too, can experience the emotional and spiritual resonance of art, and she continues to advocate for art’s role in everyday life. Merging Art, Education, and Storytelling With a vision to deepen her impact through education and storytelling, Anna earned her master’s degree in Educational Theater and Arts from Adelphi University in 2023. During this time, she published her first children’s book, "Hello My Robin", which opened her eyes to the profound power of storytelling as a creative and educational tool. Since then, she has published several children’s books that blend imagination, nature, and artistic expression. These books are available on Amazon, and can be explored through her official author page: https://www.amazon.com/author/annakoh A Life Devoted to Creation and CommunicationAnna sees herself as both a creator and a communicator. Whether through painting or writing, she seeks to connect with the world, to leave a trace of presence and voice that invites others into reflection and joy. Through her website, annakoh.com, she shares her new artworks daily, alongside personal stories, artistic insights, and useful information for fellow creatives and educators. The “Blog” and “Info” sections serve as ongoing archives where she documents her creative journey and shares resources from the field of art education and practice. Rather than being a static portfolio, her website serves as a living portal—a space where art, life, and storytelling naturally intertwine. Instagram: @kunstkoh I believe in art that heals, connects, and leaves a human trace.
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My pace may be slow, but I follow my own path.
I can rest anywhere—because I carry my own world within me. I am small and quiet, but I never stop moving. The slow road I walk is, in truth, the most accurate one. |
