Light and PaintingI once saw a beautiful sight while taking a walk late in the afternoon. It was a park where I often took walks, and that day, the warm, rainy sunlight and the swans on the lake sparkled like beautiful jewels. For a moment, I felt as if I had been transported to another dimension. It was a space where countless sparkling lights and transparent, rainbow-like rays of light coming down from the sky were mixed together. I quickly took a picture of the scene. Artists are very aware of the importance of 'light'. If the artist's place in this world is at risk, it will not be a world dominated by artificial intelligence, but a world without light. That's why 'light' is as important an element to artists as their brushes or paints. We draw pictures using this ‘light’. So, I also often and closely observe the ‘light’ around me. When observed and expressed well like this, the ‘taste’ of the painting comes to life. I know very well what happens when I tell my students about these light spices and when they cook with them. And once they fall in love with that 'taste', they learn diligently even if no one tells them to. In my case, my recent work is about the theme of 'light' realized in 'dreams'. The painting I started again today is also a story about the 'light' that does not exist in this dream. When this painting is completed, I will bring it out into the world again. I recently received a very welcome email. It was an email from a pastor at an Anglican church. I politely requested permission to use one of my paintings, a candlelight painting, as the cover art for the program booklet. Of course my answer was ‘yes’. I recently received a very welcome email. It was an email from a liturgist at an Episcopal Church. She politely asked if she could use one of my paintings, a candlelight painting, as the cover art for the program booklet. Of course my answer was ‘yes’. When I drew this picture, I also received a lot of comfort. This painting was created so that one could feel the warmth on even the paper. I painted this picture with $1 watercolor paints. At that time, I was suffering greatly from a slump. I used to draw without any purpose. Looking back, I think I probably needed a bright light myself. And this little picture of a candle really gave me great comfort. I called this painting 'Small Consolation' and opened it to the public because I wanted to share this consolation with as many people as possible. And this painting became one of my most popular paintings. And when I drew this picture, I realized that there is a 'temperature' in the picture and that this is conveyed to everyone. And that was a ‘temperature’ that actual candles or photos could not convey. So after drawing this picture, I was able to take a leap as an artist and finally get out of an old slump. Therefore, it is a valuable and valuable light to me as well. I hope that this light and a little comfort can be conveyed to everyone who sees this painting.
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Start my next painting.I recently started another painting. Watercolor is the best medium for me to quickly catch inspiration and draw. As long as you have a watercolor palette, you can save time by being able to mix paints directly on the watercolor pan and use them right away, without having to squeeze and mix paints individually from tubes. I love watercolor for this time-saving method. Additionally, watercolor can be mixed with water and spread quickly, or applied thickly to create an acrylic-like effect. The only drawback is that you have to build up the picture from a bright place to a dark place, so you need to calculate the contrast in advance before drawing. I love the light, fast and spontaneous element of watercolor. And I used these watercolors to draw the following picture. The painting is currently 40% complete. The title of this painting is 'Reminiscence'. By combining the Altamira mural and a modern-day cow, I expressed the inspiration and images that emerged through watercolor. I plan to complete this painting within this week.
This picture was drawn as part of my journey to study Altamira this year. Flower Power, juried exhibition in Mills Pond Gallery.Flowers are metaphor and symbol. We have been communicating through flowers for a very long time. We send flowers to express our love, express our condolences, or apologize.
Whether commemorating or opposing war or decorating a scene from diplomatic history, flowers are used to convey messages. In 1967, the image of a young man holding a chrysanthemum in front of soldiers holding guns became famous around the world. It was meant to protest America's intervention in the Vietnam War. Homage to these symbols is also seen in murals by famous graffiti artists. Flowers are storytellers. Flowers have created various stories with humans at almost every important moment of human life, such as birth and death, celebration and sadness, gratitude and sorry. The fairies from the fairy tales I read as a child also sit among the flowers and sing. I tried to express the energy that these flowers give through paintings. It felt like a cheerful waltz to me. The ball begins as the beautiful woman's skirt spreads and spins around. Each person wore a beautiful dress of a different color. All of life's joy, hope, and brilliant moments are contained in the flower petals. I tried to capture this waltz-like flower scene. Recent watercolor painting, The reflection.I recently finished editing my watercolor painting, Reflection. There are always times when I end up feeling regretful after drawing a picture. There are times when the painting itself tells me that it is not finished yet. Then, from an artist's perspective, I worry a lot. What on earth was lacking? However, if I take some time to think about it, there are times when a picture speaks to me. And strangely enough, the picture shows me another image, like a perspective. I follow that image and finish editing. This is truly an amazing experience for me. So I definitely believe that art and painting have a soul. I believe that my paintings will one day be read by everyone in the world. Pre-commencement for Dean's Awards!I finally received my master's degree. After a year and a half of journey, including the summer semester, I graduated with the Dean's Award. The reason I received this award is because I had a GPA of 4.0 (at least 3.8) and was recommended by the faculty. I feel very rewarded because I studied to the best of my ability for a year and a half. I attempted to obtain a master's degree for the first time in 20 years. 20 years ago, I received a master's degree in a field other than art. Then I moved to Germany and then to the United States, and 20 years later I was able to study again. Because it was such a difficult opportunity, I studied not for grades or a bright future, but because I really wanted to study. And more than anything, I was happy and grateful just for being able to study. This is because we are well aware that studying is something that can only be done when society is stable. I can study comfortably only with the support of my community and family. My studying requires someone's sacrifice and support. We can never get anything for free. I didn't want to let this hard-earned opportunity go to waste. So I didn't calculate anything and just studied. Of course, my diligent study resulted in a 4.0 score and I even received the Dean's Award today. In Western terms, it is self-expression, but in Korean terms, this type of achievement is not often revealed. But I want to express my accomplishments today. Because I know very well that there are people like me who want to try another field 20 years from now. As someone who took the first step, I would like to send endless support, applause, and respect to their decision. Because I know very well how difficult it is. Today's pre-commencement lasted for a total of 2 hours, with the award ceremony lasting 1.5 hours and the reception followed by 30 minutes of refreshments. The staff responded kindly. I thank them all. I especially liked how pre-submitted family photos were displayed in a slideshow between ceremonies. My family also loved looking at the photos. An individual's accomplishments are the accomplishments of his family, friends, and community around him. I hope to always remember this gratitude and grow well as an artist along with the surrounding community.
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